What is TAN?
TAN is a 10 Digit Alphanumeric Number and is used as an abbreviation for Tax Deduction Account Number. Any person/company who deducts TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is required to quote this number in all Form 16/Form 16A and TDS Returns.
TAN is used for 2 things by the Income-tax Department:
- Know who has deducted the TDS of the employee/payee.
- Know who is the person whose TDS was deducted (so that refund and credits can be given back to the employee/payee).
Where do I find TAN of Employer?
TAN number can be found in either Form-16 or the 26AS. Refer to the below image:
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