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Gen TDS
by SAG Infotech · Jaipur, Rajasthan · Since 1999
TDS/TCS return filing with challan verification.
- Starting price
- Rs 6,000
- one-time installation, plus 18% GST
- Free trial / plan
- Free trial
- Deployment
- Cloud
- Web
- App Advisor rating
- 4.6
- transparency & India fit
What is Gen TDS?
Gen TDS (sold as Gen e-TDS) is the TDS and TCS return utility from SAG Infotech, a Jaipur company that began as a proprietorship in 1999 and became a private limited company in May 2010. It is a Windows desktop program, not a cloud service: you download an installer (version 2.26.1 was dated 31 December 2025), keep client data on your own machine and connect out to TRACES, CPC and the income tax e-filing portal when you need to file, verify or download. The natural buyer is a CA practice, tax consultant or accounts department filing quarterly returns for many deductors.
Coverage is broad for a tool at this price. It prepares regular and correction statements for salary, non-salary, non-resident and TCS returns, runs the FVU validation, works out interest and late fees, issues TDS certificates as PDFs with an optional digital signature, and handles side jobs such as bulk PAN verification, fresh TAN applications and 15CA/15CB. SAG has already moved the software to the renumbered forms that took effect on 1 April 2026 (24Q is now Form 138, 26Q is Form 140, 27Q is Form 144, 27EQ is Form 143 and 16A is Form 131), and says old data is mapped across automatically.
The weak points come from the same design. Because it is desktop-only there is no browser access for staff working from home, sharing between computers needs a separately charged LAN licence, and your backups are your responsibility. The interface and product pages are dense and somewhat dated, and the price calculator is hard to read, so expect to phone sales to confirm exactly what you are buying.
Buying is a one-time installation fee followed by a yearly update fee. The Gen TDS page lists installation at Rs 6,000 and annual updation at Rs 3,500, and the price calculator adds 18% GST on top, so budget roughly Rs 7,080 in year one. LAN copies are listed at Rs 750 and a virtual machine LAN at Rs 1,000. A trial version is offered, and filing volume is not capped, which suits firms handling many TANs.
What works well
- +Unlimited TDS and TCS filing across bulk clients under a single licence
- +Already updated to the renumbered Forms 138, 140, 143 and 144 from April 2026
- +Direct saved logins to TRACES, CPC and NSDL portals from inside the software
- +Generates Form 16, 16A and 27D equivalents as PDFs with optional digital signature and email
- +Excel, text and FVU file import lets you bring in salary or deductee data quickly
- +Low entry cost of Rs 6,000 plus a Rs 3,500 yearly update compared with cloud TDS subscriptions
- +Bundled utilities for bulk PAN verification, TAN applications and 15CA/15CB filing
What to watch out for
- −Windows desktop software only, so there is no web or mobile access to client data
- −Multi-user use needs paid LAN licences on top of the base installation fee
- −Prices on the website are shown before 18% GST and the calculator layout is confusing
- −Data backup and machine security are left to the buyer because nothing is stored in the cloud
- −Product pages and screens feel dated and crowded compared with newer cloud tax tools
Best suited for: Chartered accountant and tax consultant firms filing quarterly TDS returns for many deductors · Accounts teams that prefer a one-time licence over a monthly cloud subscription · Practices already using SAG's Genius income tax or Gen GST software
Gen TDS at a glance
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Gen TDS features
Researched from Gen TDS's official product pages · updated October 2026.
Return preparation and filing
- Regular and correction TDS/TCS statements
- Forms 138, 140, 144 and 143 (old 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, 27EQ)
- FVU generation and validation with error list
- Interest and late fee calculation
- Declaration for non-filing where no TDS was deducted
Certificates and other forms
- Forms 130, 131, 132 and 133 as PDF
- Optional digital signature and email of certificates
- Form 141 for property and rent TDS
- Form 121 register for 15G/15H
- Forms 145 and 146 (15CA/15CB)
Challans and portal access
- Challan generation with e-payment
- Online challan verification
- Saved logins for TRACES, CPC and NSDL
- Download of consolidated files and justification reports
Data and reports
- Import and export through Excel, text and FVU files
- Salary data import and annual taxable salary calculation
- Deductee-wise, challan-wise and short TDS reports
- Report of deductees missing PAN or address
Utilities
- Bulk PAN verification
- Fresh TAN application and TAN correction
- Online PAN correction
- Reference data for BSR, IFSC, MICR and PIN codes
Gen TDS pricing (INR)
SourceEvery edition as published by the vendor · free trial: Trial version available (listed as 5 hours). Prices exclude GST unless stated. Full Gen TDS pricing breakdown
Installation
Rs 6,000
one-time, GST extra
- Full Gen TDS licence for the current assessment year
- Unlimited TDS and TCS returns for bulk clients
- Installation guidance from support
Updation
Rs 3,500
per year, GST extra
- Yearly update for new forms and rule changes
- Continued support access
- Keeps existing client data and mappings
Other pricing options & add-ons
LAN copy
Additional networked computer
Rs 750
Virtual machine LAN
Use on a virtual machine
Rs 1,000
- • Prices shown on saginfotech.com are before GST; the official calculator adds 18% GST.
- • The product page advertises discounts of up to 20%, so ask sales for the current offer.
Buying for a team? App Advisor can get you a volume quote and any partner discount available.
Integrations, security & India
Integrations
- TRACES (certificate download, consolidated files, justification reports)
- Income Tax e-filing portal for statement upload
- Protean (NSDL) FVU file validation
- Microsoft Excel import and export
- Text and FVU file import
- ITD e-pay tax for challan payment
For Indian businesses
- Built in Jaipur by SAG Infotech, which reports more than 50,000 customers across India (a news item on its site cites 60,000).
- Supports the Income-tax Act 2025 form renumbering effective 1 April 2026, including Forms 138, 140, 143, 144 and 131.
- Prices are in INR and the official calculator adds 18% GST to the listed rates.
- Includes Indian reference data such as bank BSR codes, MICR/IFSC codes, PIN codes and TAN/PAN AO codes.
- Files 15CA and 15CB (now Forms 145 and 146) for foreign remittances.
Support, resources & partner network
Support & learning
- Phone support from Jaipur on 0141-4072000 (support extension 6, sales extension 7)
- Email support at info@saginfotech.com
- Office hours 10 AM to 7 PM Monday to Friday and 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday
- Installation guidance from the support team, plus help files, FAQs and a blog
Is Gen TDS the best choice for you?
Best choice if you are…
- Chartered accountant and tax consultant firms filing quarterly TDS returns for many deductors
- Accounts teams that prefer a one-time licence over a monthly cloud subscription
- Practices already using SAG's Genius income tax or Gen GST software
Look elsewhere if you are…
- Teams that need browser access from multiple locations without installing software
- Small businesses filing a single 26Q a quarter, which may find their accounting software or a filing service enough
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Specifications
- Category
- Income tax & TDS software
- Vendor
- SAG Infotech
- Headquarters
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Founded
- 1999
- Pricing model
- Subscription
- Starting price
- ₹4,000/mo
- Deployment
- Cloud
- Platforms
- Web
- Best for
- Small business, SMB, Mid-market
- Made in India
- Yes
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Gen TDS — frequently asked questions
How much does Gen TDS software cost in India?+
SAG Infotech lists Gen TDS at Rs 6,000 for the first installation and Rs 3,500 for each yearly update, before GST. The official price calculator adds GST at 18%, which takes the first-year cost to about Rs 7,080. Extra LAN copies for other computers are charged separately, so confirm your user count with sales.
Is GST extra on Gen TDS pricing?+
Yes. The SAG Infotech price calculator adds GST at 18% to the subtotal, so the Rs 6,000 installation and Rs 3,500 updation figures shown for Gen TDS are pre-tax amounts. SAG is GST registered in Rajasthan, so a business buyer can request a tax invoice and claim input credit where eligible.
Does Gen TDS have a free trial?+
Gen TDS offers a trial version that you can download from SAG Infotech, and the product page lists the trial with a five-hour time limit. You can also request a demo installation through the website. There is no free plan, so continued filing needs a paid licence.
Is Gen TDS cloud software or desktop software?+
Gen TDS is Windows desktop software. You download and install it, client data stays on your computer, and the program connects to TRACES, CPC and the e-filing portal when needed. That means no browser login from other devices, and you should arrange your own backups.
Can several staff use Gen TDS at the same time?+
Yes, through LAN licensing. SAG Infotech sells LAN copies of Gen TDS at Rs 750 each and a virtual machine LAN option at Rs 1,000, according to its price calculator. Its LAN policy says installation and updation charges for networked use follow the base software price, so get a written quote.
Which TDS forms does Gen TDS support after the April 2026 changes?+
Gen TDS supports the renumbered forms that started on 1 April 2026: Form 138 (old 24Q), 140 (26Q), 144 (27Q) and 143 (27EQ), plus certificates 130, 131, 132 and 133. It also files Form 141 for property and rent TDS, 121 for 15G/15H, and 145/146 for 15CA/15CB.
Is there a limit on how many returns I can file with Gen TDS?+
No. SAG Infotech says Gen TDS allows unlimited filing, including bulk clients, which is why CA firms with many TANs use it. You pay the installation fee once and the yearly updation fee to keep receiving changes for new rules and forms, not a per-return charge.
How does Gen TDS compare with Winman TDS or cloud TDS tools?+
Gen TDS is a low-cost desktop option with unlimited filing and strong form coverage, which suits practices that file from one office. Cloud tools such as ClearTDS give browser access and team logins but bill yearly per plan. If remote access matters more than price, a cloud product is the better fit than Gen TDS.
Is my client data safe in Gen TDS?+
Because Gen TDS is installed locally, client data stays on your own computer or office server instead of a vendor cloud. That gives you control but also responsibility: use Windows user accounts, disk encryption and regular backups. SAG Infotech does not publish security certifications for Gen TDS on its product page.
How do I get support for Gen TDS?+
SAG Infotech supports Gen TDS from Jaipur by phone on 0141-4072000 (extension 6 for support) and by email at info@saginfotech.com. Hours are 10 AM to 7 PM on weekdays and 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays. The support team also guides installation after purchase.
Where is the Gen TDS login page?+
Gen TDS's login is at https://saginfotech.com/OnlinePayroll.aspx, linked from its official website.
How much does Gen TDS cost?+
Gen TDS publishes its plans at https://saginfotech.com/PriceCalculator.aspx. Check that page for current prices, as plans change.
Does Gen TDS have a free trial?+
Yes. Gen TDS's official site offers a free trial.
What is Gen TDS?+
Gen TDS is income tax & tds software by SAG Infotech, an Indian company from Jaipur. TDS/TCS return filing with challan verification.
How much does Gen TDS cost?+
Gen TDS's published pricing starts at ₹4,000/mo. Plans and taxes vary, so confirm on the official site.
Does Gen TDS offer a free trial or free plan?+
App Advisor's listing records a free trial for Gen TDS. Confirm the current trial terms on SAG Infotech's official site.
Is Gen TDS made in India?+
Yes. Gen TDS is built by SAG Infotech, headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Who is Gen TDS best suited for?+
Gen TDS suits small business, smb, mid-market buyers looking for income tax & tds software.
What are the best alternatives to Gen TDS?+
Popular alternatives in income tax & tds software include myITreturn, ClearTax ITR, Tax2win. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.
How is Gen TDS deployed?+
Gen TDS is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.
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About SAG Infotech
SAG Infotech · Jaipur, Rajasthan · Founded 1999 · 4 products in our catalogue · Indian company
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