Form 26AS is a consolidated tax statement that shows details of tax deducted (TDS), tax collected (TCS), advance tax paid, and other tax-related information linked to your PAN.
This statement is extremely useful while filing your Income Tax Return (ITR), as it shows the tax already paid on your behalf.
✅ Steps to Download Form 26AS
Follow these simple steps to download your TDS statement from the Income Tax e-Filing Portal:
🔗 Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
🔐 Step 2: Log In to Your Account
Click on ‘Login’ at the top-right corner
Enter your PAN, password, and captcha
Click ‘Continue’
Don’t have an account? You can register using your PAN and basic details.
🧾 Step 3: Go to ‘e-File’ > ‘Income Tax Returns’ > ‘View Form 26AS’
Once logged in, hover over ‘e-File’, then click on:
Income Tax Returns > View Form 26AS
🌐 Step 4: You’ll Be Redirected to TRACES
Click on the ‘Confirm’ button — this will take you to the TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) website.
📄 Step 5: View or Download Form 26AS
Click on the checkbox to agree to usage terms
Click ‘Proceed’
Select Assessment Year (e.g. 2024–25 for FY 2023–24)
Choose ‘HTML’ to view or ‘PDF’/‘Text’ to download
Password to open PDF = Your Date of Birth in DDMMYYYY format
📝 Why Should You Check Form 26AS?
To ensure TDS deducted matches your records
To avoid any mismatch in ITR filing
To confirm advance tax or self-assessment tax payments
To identify any errors in tax credits
⚠️ Common Errors to Watch For
Incorrect PAN in TDS returns
Missing entries for TDS by employer or banks
Duplicate or excess tax entries
If you find a mistake, contact the deductor (employer/bank) to revise their TDS return.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
🔹 1. Is it mandatory to check Form 26AS before filing ITR?
Yes, it’s highly recommended. Checking Form 26AS ensures that the taxes deducted on your behalf match your records. It helps avoid discrepancies or tax notices during ITR processing.
🔹 2. From which website can I download Form 26AS?
You can download Form 26AS from the official Income Tax e-Filing Portal. It will redirect you to the TRACES portal where the statement is hosted.
🔹 3. Can I download Form 26AS for previous years?
Yes. You can select the assessment year (AY) for which you want to view/download the statement. The portal usually allows access to multiple past years.
🔹 4. What should I do if TDS is missing or incorrect in Form 26AS?
You should contact the deductor (e.g., your employer or bank) and ask them to revise their TDS return (Form 24Q/26Q). The IT department can only display data that has been correctly reported by the deductor.
📩 Need Help?
If you’re facing trouble accessing Form 26AS, contact:
Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 103 0025 / 1800 419 0025
Email: efilingwebmanager@incometax.gov.in
Or raise a ticket under the “Grievance” section on the portal.