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KDK Spectrum
by KDK Softwares · Jaipur, Rajasthan · Since 2003
Income tax, TDS and GST software for tax professionals.
- Starting price
- Price on request
- KDK blog cites Rs 27,000 for 12+2 months
- Free trial / plan
- 5-day free trial
- No credit card, all features
- Deployment
- Cloud
- Web
- App Advisor rating
- 4.7
- transparency & India fit
What is KDK Spectrum?
KDK Spectrum, now sold mainly as Spectrum Cloud, is KDK Software's browser-based platform for filing income tax, TDS and GST returns from one login. KDK has been in Indian tax software for more than 20 years and says it has over 2.8 lakh users and more than 8 million returns processed in total. Its older desktop products (Spectrum, Express GST, Express TDS, e-TDS) are still listed on the site, but new buyers are pointed to the cloud edition, which has separate tracks for CA firms and for enterprises.
The best fit is a CA or tax practitioner firm handling many clients across ITR, TDS and GST. The TDS module files without a Java install or CSI download, pulls challans, notices and Conso files from TRACES in one click and runs 206AB/206CCA checks on bulk PANs. On the GST side it syncs books from TallyPrime and BUSY, reconciles books against GSTR-2A/2B and e-way bills, and can email or WhatsApp scheduled reconciliation reports to clients. The ITR side handles individual returns and tax audit forms such as 3CA-3CD, 3CB-3CD and 3CEB, with AIS/26AS import and broker capital gains sync.
Weak spots are mostly about transparency. KDK does not publish a price list on its site, and the only official figure we found is in a KDK blog comparison: Rs 27,000 for 12 months plus 2 bonus months with unlimited filings. Whether GST is extra is not stated. KDK also does not name a company address on its site, and there is no clear official mobile app listing, so field access means using the browser.
Buying works through a free trial (5 days, no card, with all features and unlimited users) followed by a quote from sales on 093145-17671. Since the bundle covers all three tax types, it makes most sense when a firm files all three; a practice doing only TDS may find a single-module desktop product cheaper.
What works well
- +One cloud login covers ITR, TDS and GST filing, so no separate software per tax type
- +TDS returns are filed without installing Java or downloading CSI files manually
- +One-click TRACES fetch of challans, Conso files, notices and unconsumed challans
- +GST data syncs from TallyPrime and BUSY through a secure connector
- +Scheduled 2A/2B reconciliation reports can be sent to clients by email or WhatsApp
- +Five-day free trial with every feature and unlimited users, no credit card needed
- +Role-based access, two-factor login, ISO 27001-compliant hosting and VAPT testing
What to watch out for
- −No price list on kdksoftware.com; the Rs 27,000 figure only appears in a KDK blog comparison
- −GST treatment of the quoted price is not stated anywhere we checked
- −The five-day trial is short for testing a full quarterly TDS or monthly GST cycle
- −No official Android or iOS app listing found, so mobile use depends on the browser
- −Many legacy product names (Spectrum, Express, Zen TDS) make it confusing to know which edition you are buying
Best suited for: CA firms filing ITR, TDS and GST for many clients from one dashboard · Tax practices with staff working remotely who need role-based cloud access · Firms whose clients keep books in TallyPrime or BUSY · Enterprises with multiple GSTINs and TANs needing a central return register
KDK Spectrum at a glance
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KDK Spectrum features
Researched from KDK Spectrum's official product pages · updated October 2026.
TDS
- TDS return filing and FVU generation without installing Java
- One-click TRACES fetch of challans, Conso files and notices
- Bulk PAN validation with 206AB and 206CCA checks
- Smart interest allocation to oldest or pending challans
- Bulk Form 16/16A generation, signing and emailing
GST
- GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GSTR-9/9C filing across GSTINs
- Books vs GSTR-2A/2B, GSTR-1 vs 3B and e-way bill reconciliation
- IMS dashboard with bulk invoice acceptance
- DRC-01B risk alerts and GSTIN status tracking
- Notice and order tracking across all GSTINs
Income tax
- ITR filing for individual and business clients
- Auto-fetch of AIS and 26AS
- Capital gains P&L sync through brokers
- Prior-year comparison and bulk client creation
- Tax audit forms 3CA-3CD, 3CB-3CD, 10B, 10BB and 3CEB
Practice and security
- Return register tracking filing status for all clients
- Office management with invoices and work assignment
- Reports and invoices shared on WhatsApp
- Role-based access and two-factor authentication
- 128-bit SSL, ISO 27001-compliant storage, VAPT certification
KDK Spectrum pricing (INR)
SourceEvery edition as published by the vendor · free trial: 5-day free trial, no credit card required. Prices exclude GST unless stated. Full KDK Spectrum pricing breakdown
Spectrum Cloud (unlimited filings)
Rs 27,000
12 months plus 2 extra months, per KDK blog; GST not stated
- Unlimited filings with no GSTIN limit
- ITR, TDS and GST filing including TDS certificates
- Role-based access control for teams
- Tally and Excel auto-sync
Spectrum Cloud for Enterprises
Quote on request
- GST, TDS and ITR modules for corporate tax teams
- Multi-GSTIN and multi-TAN dashboards
- Demo booked through the enterprise page
- • kdksoftware.com shows no pricing page; buyers start a trial and get a quote from sales (093145-17671, sales@kdksoftware.com).
- • The Rs 27,000 figure comes from KDK's own blog comparing Spectrum Cloud with ClearTax TaxCloud, which also gives about Rs 324 per user per month.
- • Separate desktop products such as Express GST, Express TDS and e-TDS are still listed under downloads.
Buying for a team? App Advisor can get you a volume quote and any partner discount available.
Integrations, security & India
Integrations
- TallyPrime
- BUSY
- Microsoft Excel
- GSTN portal
- TRACES
- Income Tax e-filing (AIS/26AS)
Security & compliance
- 128-bit SSL encryption
- ISO 27001-compliant cloud hosting
- VAPT certification
- Role-based access control and two-factor authentication
For Indian businesses
- KDK says it is a GST Suvidha Provider (GSP)
- Built for Indian filings: GSTR-1, 3B, 9/9C, TDS returns with Form 16/16A, ITR and tax audit forms such as 3CD
- Syncs with TallyPrime and BUSY, the accounting tools most Indian clients use
- Client reports can be shared on WhatsApp
- Indian support helpline 08881012345 and sales line 093145-17671
Support, resources & partner network
Support & learning
- Support helpline 08881012345, support@kdksoftware.com
- Knowledge base, video help and webinars
Trust, compliance & who uses KDK Spectrum
2.8 lakh+ users; 8 million+ returns in total
Users covered
Is KDK Spectrum the best choice for you?
Best choice if you are…
- CA firms filing ITR, TDS and GST for many clients from one dashboard
- Tax practices with staff working remotely who need role-based cloud access
- Firms whose clients keep books in TallyPrime or BUSY
- Enterprises with multiple GSTINs and TANs needing a central return register
Look elsewhere if you are…
- Buyers who need a published price list before talking to sales
- Small businesses filing only their own TDS return a few times a year
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Sources (6) · updated October 2026
KDK Spectrum screenshots
Specifications
- Category
- GST software
- Vendor
- KDK Softwares
- Headquarters
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Founded
- 2003
- Pricing model
- Subscription
- Starting price
- ₹6,000/mo
- Deployment
- Cloud
- Platforms
- Web
- Best for
- Small business, SMB, Mid-market
- Made in India
- Yes
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KDK Spectrum — frequently asked questions
How much does KDK Spectrum Cloud cost?+
KDK does not publish a price list on kdksoftware.com. Its own blog comparing Spectrum Cloud with ClearTax quotes Rs 27,000 for 12 months plus 2 extra months, with unlimited ITR, TDS and GST filings and no GSTIN cap, or roughly Rs 324 per user per month. Get a written quote from KDK sales before you pay.
Is GST extra on KDK Spectrum pricing?+
KDK's blog price of Rs 27,000 for Spectrum Cloud does not say whether 18% GST is included, and the site has no pricing page. Ask KDK sales to confirm on the quotation whether the figure is inclusive. If GST is extra, a registered firm can usually claim input credit on a proper tax invoice.
Does KDK Spectrum Cloud have a free trial?+
Yes. KDK Spectrum Cloud offers a free 5-day trial with no credit card required, and the sign-up page says you can try every feature and add unlimited users. Five days is short, so prepare one client's TDS or GST data in advance to test filing, reconciliation and certificate generation properly.
What does KDK Spectrum Cloud cover?+
KDK Spectrum Cloud covers income tax returns and tax audit forms such as 3CA-3CD and 3CEB, TDS returns with bulk Form 16/16A, and GST returns GSTR-1, 3B and 9/9C. It adds reconciliation, notice tracking, a return register for all clients and office tools such as invoicing and work assignment for CA practices.
KDK Spectrum vs ClearTax: which is better for CA firms?+
KDK positions Spectrum Cloud as a cheaper ClearTax alternative, quoting Rs 27,000 a year with unlimited filings against about Rs 45,000 for ClearTax's Expert Pack. This is vendor marketing, so compare both on a trial. KDK's strengths are Tally and BUSY sync and bundling ITR, TDS and GST in one login.
Does KDK Spectrum need Java for TDS filing?+
No. KDK says Spectrum Cloud files TDS returns without installing or updating Java, and it fetches challans, CSI files, Conso files and notices from TRACES in one click. FVU generation and e-filing happen inside the browser, which removes a common source of errors in older desktop TDS utilities used by Indian firms.
Does KDK Spectrum Cloud integrate with Tally?+
Yes. KDK Spectrum Cloud connects to TallyPrime and BUSY through a secure connector that keeps client books synced and can request them on a schedule. Data can also be uploaded from Excel, and GST returns, notices and history are imported directly from GSTN, which saves manual entry during monthly reconciliation.
Is my client data safe in KDK Spectrum Cloud?+
KDK says Spectrum Cloud uses 128-bit SSL encryption, ISO 27001-compliant data storage, VAPT testing, role-based access control and two-factor authentication. Firms can restrict each staff member by GSTIN, status or client count. KDK also lists ISO 27001 and ISO 9001:2008 certifications and GST Suvidha Provider status on its homepage.
Is there a KDK Spectrum mobile app?+
We did not find an official KDK Spectrum app listing on Google Play or the App Store linked from KDK's site. Spectrum Cloud runs in a browser, so it can be opened on a phone or tablet, and reports can be shared with clients on WhatsApp. Confirm with KDK sales if you need a dedicated app.
How do I get KDK Spectrum support?+
KDK Spectrum support is available on the helpline 08881012345 and at support@kdksoftware.com, with a separate sales line on 093145-17671. KDK also runs a knowledge base, video help library and regular webinars. Since setup is cloud-based, most firms can start filing during the trial without an installation visit.
What is KDK Spectrum?+
KDK Spectrum is gst software by KDK Softwares, an Indian company from Jaipur. Income tax, TDS and GST software for tax professionals.
How much does KDK Spectrum cost?+
KDK Spectrum's published pricing starts at ₹6,000/mo. Plans and taxes vary, so confirm on the official site.
Does KDK Spectrum offer a free trial or free plan?+
App Advisor's listing records a free trial for KDK Spectrum. Confirm the current trial terms on KDK Softwares's official site.
Is KDK Spectrum made in India?+
Yes. KDK Spectrum is built by KDK Softwares, headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Who is KDK Spectrum best suited for?+
KDK Spectrum suits small business, smb, mid-market buyers looking for gst software.
What are the best alternatives to KDK Spectrum?+
Popular alternatives in gst software include Zoho Invoice, Zoho Books, Zoho Expense. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.
How is KDK Spectrum deployed?+
KDK Spectrum is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.
About KDK Softwares
KDK Softwares · Jaipur, Rajasthan · Founded 2003 · 3 products in our catalogue · Indian company
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