New TAN Forms 134 and 135 Replace Form 49B from 1 April 2026
Published 1 Apr 2026 · Last updated 1 Apr 2026
TAN applications are now split into Form 134 (Government) and Form 135 (non-Government).
Under Section 397 of the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Rule 216 of the Income-tax Rules, 2026, TAN allotment applications are made in Form 134 for Government entities and Form 135 for non-Government applicants (individuals and other entities). They replace the earlier Form 49B.
The Department's FAQs say PAN is mandatory for non-Government applicants, and proof of identity, address and date of birth/incorporation is required for them. After the acknowledgement is generated edits are not allowed; changes after allotment are made through the TAN change request form.
Existing TANs remain valid and need no re-application.
Important Highlights
- Form 134: Government deductors
- Form 135: all others (PAN mandatory)
- Replaces Form 49B
- Existing TAN remains valid
Official source: https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/documents/d/guest/form-134-135-faqs
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