As businesses enter the first quarter of the financial year, June 2026 brings several important compliance deadlines related to GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI, and Corporate Filings. Missing these due dates can result in hefty penalties, interest, and compliance notices.
To help taxpayers, professionals, and business owners stay compliant, here's a complete roundup of the critical due dates for June 2026 and important deadlines coming up in July 2026.
📅 7 June 2026 – TDS/TCS & Equalisation Levy
Taxpayers must ensure timely payment of:
✅ TDS/TCS Deposit for May 2026 (Challan No. 281)
✅ Equalisation Levy Deposit for May 2026 (where applicable)
Delays may attract interest and penalties under the Income Tax Act.
📅 10 June 2026 – GST TDS & TCS Returns
The following GST returns are due:
✅ GSTR-7 – GST TDS Return for May 2026
✅ GSTR-8 – GST TCS Return for May 2026
Applicable to government deductors and e-commerce operators.
📅 11 June 2026 – GSTR-1 Filing
Businesses filing monthly GST returns must submit:
✅ GSTR-1 for May 2026
This return captures details of outward supplies and is essential for recipients to claim Input Tax Credit (ITC).
📅 13 June 2026 – IFF & ISD Compliance
Important filings include:
✅ GSTR-1 IFF (Optional) for QRMP taxpayers
✅ GSTR-6 for Input Service Distributors (ISD)
Timely filing ensures smooth credit distribution and compliance.
📅 15 June 2026 – Major Compliance Day
This is one of the most important compliance dates of the month.
Income Tax
✅ Advance Tax – First Instalment (15%) for Tax Year 2026-27
TDS Compliance
✅ Form 16 (Salary TDS Certificate) for FY 2025-26
Government Reporting
✅ Form 24G Filing
Employee Benefit Compliance
✅ PF Payment for May 2026
✅ ESI Payment for May 2026
Failure to comply may lead to interest and damages.
📅 20 June 2026 – Monthly GST Returns
The following returns are due:
✅ GSTR-3B for May 2026
✅ GSTR-5 for Non-Resident Taxable Persons (NRTP)
✅ GSTR-5A for OIDAR Service Providers
Businesses should reconcile books and ITC before filing.
📅 25 June 2026 – QRMP GST Payment
✅ GST PMT-06 Payment for QRMP Taxpayers
Ensure tax liability is deposited within the prescribed timeline.
📅 30 June 2026 – Critical ROC & TDS Compliance
ROC Filing
✅ DPT-3 Filing
Companies must report deposits and outstanding loans as on 31 March 2026.
⚠️ Non-filing or delayed filing of DPT-3 can attract penalties up to ₹5 Crore.
TDS Forms
✅ Form 26QB – TDS on Property Purchase
✅ Form 26QC – TDS on Rent
✅ Form 26QD – TDS on Contractor Payments
✅ Form 26QE – TDS on Virtual Digital Asset Transactions
Professional Update
✅ Last Date for Submission of Comments on ICAI SSA 5000 Exposure Draft
📌 Upcoming Compliance Deadlines – July 2026
Prepare in advance for the following key dates:
📍 7 July 2026 – TDS/TCS Deposit (June 2026)
📍 11 July 2026 – GSTR-1 Monthly Return (June 2026)
📍 20 July 2026 – GSTR-3B Monthly Return (June 2026)
📍 22/24 July 2026 – GSTR-3B (QRMP) for Q1 FY 2026-27
📍 31 July 2026 – Quarterly TDS/TCS Returns (April–June 2026)
📍 31 July 2026 – ITR-1 & ITR-4 Filing for FY 2025-26
⚠️ Penalties for Non-Compliance
Ignoring due dates can be expensive.
💸 GST Late Fee – ₹50 to ₹200 per day plus applicable interest
💸 TDS Delay – Interest @ 1% to 1.5% per month
💸 DPT-3 Default – Penalty up to ₹5 Crore
💸 PF & ESI Delay – Interest and additional damages
💸 Advance Tax Shortfall – Interest under Sections 234B and 234C
✅ Final Takeaway
June 2026 is packed with important compliance obligations across GST, Income Tax, TDS, PF, ESI, and ROC filings. Businesses should maintain a compliance calendar, reconcile records regularly, and file returns on time to avoid penalties and ensure smooth operations.
Staying compliant today saves unnecessary notices, interest, and litigation tomorrow.
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