Filing guide / TDS
Challan ITNS-281 Due Date, Penalty and How to File
Challan ITNS-281 (March TDS deposit) applies to Private Limited Company, One Person Company (OPC) and LLP. Special rule: TDS deducted in March is deposited by 30 April (not 7 April).
Challan ITNS-281 at a glance
- Form
- Challan ITNS-281
- Applies to
- Private Limited Company, One Person Company (OPC) and LLP
- Due date
- 30 April every year
- Category
- TDS
- Filing portal
- Income Tax Portal
- CA required
- No, you can file it yourself
Dates reflect Indian statute as of mid-2026 and are extension prone (the MCA and CBDT issue circulars). Always confirm with your CA before filing.
Challan ITNS-281: frequently asked
What is the due date of Challan ITNS-281?+
Challan ITNS-281 (March TDS deposit) is due 30 April every year.
Who needs to file Challan ITNS-281?+
Challan ITNS-281 applies to Private Limited Company, One Person Company (OPC) and LLP.
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