{"id":7317,"date":"2025-07-02T11:26:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T11:26:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/?post_type=glossary&#038;p=7317"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:23:57","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T10:23:57","slug":"tds-traces","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/tds-traces\/","title":{"rendered":"TDS TRACES Login: Complete Guide for Deductors and Taxpayers (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TRACES (<a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/tds\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>TDS<\/a> Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) is the official government portal for TDS-related activities. You use it to file <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/tds-return\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">TDS return<\/a>s, download <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/form-16\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>Form 16<\/a>, view <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/form-26as\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Form 26AS<\/a>, and correct TDS challans. This guide walks you through logging in, registering, and fixing common issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"traces-login-url\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TRACES Login URL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The official TRACES login page is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Portal:<\/strong>&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in\/app\/login.xhtml<\/code><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or go directly to:&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in<\/code><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a government portal managed by the <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/income-tax\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Income Tax<\/a> Department. Do not use third-party sites to access it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"deductor-vs-taxpayer-login-which-should-you-choose\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deductor vs <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/tax\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>Tax<\/a>payer Login: Which Should You Choose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you open the TRACES login page, you will see two tabs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deductor Login:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For employers, companies, and individuals who deduct TDS from salaries, rent, professional fees, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need a TAN (Tax Deduction Account Number) to log in as a deductor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Used for filing TDS returns, generating Form 16\/16A, and challan corrections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Taxpayer Login:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For individuals checking their TDS credit, downloading Form 26AS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You log in with your PAN (not TAN)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Used to verify TDS deducted by employers\/banks and check demand notices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose the correct tab before entering your credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-log-in-to-traces-as-a-deductor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Log In to TRACES as a Deductor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the&#xA0;<strong>Deductor<\/strong>&#xA0;tab on the login page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your&#xA0;<strong>TAN<\/strong>&nbsp;(10-character <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/alpha\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>alpha<\/a>numeric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your&#xA0;<strong>Password<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the&#xA0;<strong>Verification Code<\/strong>&#xA0;(captcha)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&#xA0;<strong>Login<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are logging in for the first time or have forgotten your password, see the sections below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-log-in-to-traces-as-a-taxpayer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Log In to TRACES as a Taxpayer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the&#xA0;<strong>Taxpayer<\/strong>&#xA0;tab on the login page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your&#xA0;<strong>PAN<\/strong>&#xA0;(10-character alphanumeric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your&#xA0;<strong>Password<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the&#xA0;<strong>Verification Code<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&#xA0;<strong>Login<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-register-on-traces-for-the-first-time\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Register on TRACES for the First Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For Deductors (with TAN):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&#xA0;<strong>Register as New User<\/strong>&#xA0;on the login page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select&#xA0;<strong>Deductor<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your TAN, the token number from a previously accepted TDS statement, and other KYC details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete OTP verification on your registered email and mobile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set your password<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For Taxpayers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click&#xA0;<strong>Register as New User<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select&#xA0;<strong>Taxpayer<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your PAN and verify identity with Aadhaar OTP or net banking-based KYC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set your password<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong>&#xA0;To register as a deductor, you need a token number from a previously filed TDS return. If you have never filed a TDS return, contact your TAN jurisdiction officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-reset-traces-login-password\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Reset TRACES Login Password<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Self-reset:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the TRACES login page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click&#xA0;<strong>Forgot Password<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your TAN (for deductor) or PAN (for taxpayer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify your identity via OTP on registered email and mobile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set a new password<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your registered email or mobile number is no longer accessible, contact TRACES support at&#xA0;<code>tdscpc@gov.in<\/code>&#xA0;or raise a grievance through the <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/income-tax-e-filing\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Income Tax e-filing<\/a> portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-your-traces-user-id\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Your TRACES User ID?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many users are confused about what their TRACES User ID is. Here is the answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Deductors:<\/strong>&#xA0;Your User ID is your&#xA0;<strong>TAN<\/strong>&#xA0;(e.g., BLRP12345E)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taxpayers:<\/strong>&#xA0;Your User ID is your&#xA0;<strong>PAN<\/strong>&#xA0;(e.g., ABCDE1234F)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no separate username to remember. TAN or PAN itself is the user ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-can-you-do-after-logging-in-to-traces\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can You Do After Logging In to TRACES?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After logging in as a&#xA0;<strong>deductor<\/strong>, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>File and revise TDS statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate and download&#xA0;<strong>Form 16<\/strong>&#xA0;(for salary TDS) and&#xA0;<strong><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/form-16a\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>Form 16A<\/a><\/strong>&#xA0;(for non-salary TDS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View and download&#xA0;<strong>TDS certificates<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Correct challan details (short payment, PAN errors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the&#xA0;<strong>Consolidated TDS file (conso file)<\/strong>&#xA0;for corrections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View demand notices and respond to them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check TDS credit mismatch reports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After logging in as a&#xA0;<strong>taxpayer<\/strong>, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>View and download&#xA0;<strong>Form 26AS<\/strong>&#xA0;(tax credit statement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check TDS deducted by your employer or bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download&#xA0;<strong>Annual Information Statement (AIS)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise a correction request if TDS credit is missing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-download-form-16-from-traces\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Download Form 16 from TRACES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in as a&#xA0;<strong>Deductor<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to&#xA0;<strong>Downloads<\/strong>&#xA0;in the top menu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select&#xA0;<strong>Form 16<\/strong>&#xA0;(Part A or Part B)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the relevant financial year and quarter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the request<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once processed (usually within a few minutes to hours), download from the&#xA0;<strong>Requested Downloads<\/strong>&#xA0;section<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Form 16 Part A is generated by TRACES. Part B is prepared by the employer but must be generated with the TRACES template.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"common-traces-login-errors-and-fixes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common TRACES Login Errors and Fixes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x201C;Invalid TAN\/PAN or Password&#x201D;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check that you are entering the correct credential (TAN for deductor, PAN for taxpayer).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passwords are case-sensitive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Forgot Password if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x201C;Account Locked&#x201D;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Happens after multiple failed attempts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait 24 hours for automatic unlock or raise a request at&#xA0;<code>tdscpc@gov.in<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x201C;Captcha Incorrect&#x201D;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The captcha on TRACES can be difficult to read. Click the refresh icon next to it to get a new one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x201C;OTP Not Received&#x201D;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check registered email and mobile number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sometimes OTPs are delayed. Wait 5 minutes before requesting a new one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check spam\/junk folder in your email.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Portal Loading Slowly or Not Responding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TRACES is a government portal that can be slow during peak filing seasons (March, June, September, December).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try during off-peak hours (early morning or late evening).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Google Chrome for the best compatibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"traces-customer-support\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TRACES Customer Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Contact<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Email<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><code>tdscpc@gov.in<\/code><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Helpline<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1800 103 0344 (toll-free)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Working hours<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also raise a grievance through the Income Tax e-filing portal at&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.incometax.gov.in<\/code>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149144229\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-direct-traces-login-url\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the direct TRACES login URL?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Go directly to&#xA0;<code>https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in\/app\/login.xhtml<\/code>. Bookmark this page for quick access.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149153022\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"what-is-my-traces-user-id\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is my TRACES User ID?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For deductors, it is your TAN. For taxpayers, it is your PAN. There is no separate username.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149162614\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"how-to-register-on-traces-without-a-tan\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How to register on TRACES without a TAN?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You cannot register as a deductor without a TAN. If you need to deduct TDS, apply for a TAN through the <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/glossary\/nsdl\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>NSDL<\/a> portal first. Taxpayers can register with just their PAN.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149177416\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"how-to-download-form-16-from-traces-1\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How to download Form 16 from TRACES?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Log in as a deductor, go to Downloads, select Form 16, choose the financial year, and submit the request. Download it from the Requested Downloads section once it is ready.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149190351\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"why-is-traces-login-not-working\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Why is TRACES login not working?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Common reasons are wrong credentials, a locked account, or portal maintenance. Try Forgot Password, and if that fails, email&#xA0;<code>tdscpc@gov.in<\/code>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778149199259\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 id=\"can-taxpayers-see-form-26as-on-traces\" class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can taxpayers see Form 26AS on TRACES?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Log in as a taxpayer using your PAN, go to View Tax Credit, and select Form 26AS for the relevant assessment year.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) is the official government portal for TDS-related activities. You use it to file TDS returns, download Form 16, view Form 26AS, and correct TDS challans. This guide walks you through logging in, registering, and fixing common issues. TRACES Login URL The official TRACES login page is: Portal:&#xA0;https:\/\/www.tdscpc.gov.in\/app\/login.xhtml [&#x2026;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-7317","glossary","type-glossary","status-publish","hentry"],"blocksy_meta":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false,"web-stories-poster-portrait":false,"web-stories-publisher-logo":false,"web-stories-thumbnail":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Team Lemonn","author_link":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/author\/ashuuuu\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) is the official government portal for TDS-related activities. You use it to file TDS returns, download Form 16, view Form 26AS, and correct TDS challans. 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