26 July 2025
If **TDS has been paid in excess for a party** (i.e., **more than what was actually deducted**), you have **two main options** to resolve the issue:
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### โ **1. Adjust in future TDS returns (same financial year only)**
* You **can adjust excess TDS paid** against future TDS liability **for the same section and same party** **within the same financial year**. * However, \*\*carry forward to next financial year is **not allowed**. * This is supported by **CBDT Circular No. 285 dated 21-10-1980**.
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### โ **2. Apply for Refund (if not adjustable within FY)**
If itโs not possible to adjust within the same financial year:
* You can **apply for a refund** from the **Income Tax Department**. * This requires filing an application with your **Assessing Officer (TDS)** explaining the facts and providing supporting documents (challan copies, TDS return details, etc.). * Refunds for excess TDS paid by **deductors** are **allowed under certain conditions** (e.g., demand not raised, party not claiming the same credit).
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### ๐ซ **What you cannot do:**
* You **cannot carry forward** the excess TDS to **next financial year**. * You **should not ignore** the amount; ideally, try to **adjust** or **claim refund**.
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### โ **Recommended Steps:**
1. Check if you have **upcoming TDS liability under the same section**. 2. If yes, adjust the excess amount while filing your **next TDS return (Form 26Q/24Q)**. 3. If not, **write a letter to the AO (TDS)** requesting **refund** of excess deposit with necessary proofs.
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