Rajesh, a chartered accountant handling TDS filings for multiple clients, bookmarked tdscpc.gov.in years ago. In April 2026, he opened his usual bookmark — it redirected to a completely different-looking homepage.
The portal had been revamped. His old password still worked. But Form 16, Conso Files, and Form 26AS — the features he used daily — were no longer on the main page. He found them eventually, tucked behind a button labelled “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961.”
TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) — managed by the Income Tax Department, under TDSCPC (TDS Centralised Processing Centre). Handles everything related to Tax Deducted at Source — Form 26AS, Form 16/16A, TDS correction requests, and challan verification.
New Official Portal (2026): traces.tdscpc.gov.in Old URL (tdscpc.gov.in) currently redirects — but will eventually be deactivated.
Quick Answer: New URL: traces.tdscpc.gov.in (bookmark this — old URL will stop working eventually) Login: Same TAN/PAN + existing password — no reset needed Form 26AS / Form 16 / Conso File: New homepage → Click “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” → Old interface opens NRI Portal: nriservices.tdscpc.gov.in
⭐ 2026 Portal Revamp — What Changed
Critical update — most guides online are now outdated:
TRACES was revamped in April 2026. The old domain (tdscpc.gov.in) currently auto-redirects to the new traces.tdscpc.gov.in. Your existing password works — no re-registration or password reset required. The new homepage is built for upcoming Income-Tax Act 2025 compliance workflows. All your familiar features — Form 16, Form 26AS, Conso File, Justification Report — are not gone, just relocated.
How to find them: After logging in on the new homepage → click “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” → this opens the familiar old-style interface where all historical TDS data and downloads live.
Update your bookmarks now to traces.tdscpc.gov.in — don’t rely on the redirect continuing indefinitely.
Login — Taxpayer (Deductee)
Step 1: Open traces.tdscpc.gov.in
Step 2: Select “Taxpayer” tab
Step 3: Enter PAN, password, and captcha
Step 4: Click Login
First-time users: Click “Register as New User” → Taxpayer → Enter PAN, date of birth, surname → Provide either TAN+deduction details or challan details → Set password → Activation link sent to email/mobile
Login — Deductor (Employer/CA)
Step 1: traces.tdscpc.gov.in → Select “Deductor” tab
Step 2: Enter TAN + password + captcha → Login
You need a TAN to register as a deductor. No TAN yet? Apply via the NSDL portal first — you cannot register as deductor without it.
After Login — Old Interface — What You Can Access
Click “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” to reach:
| Feature | Path |
|---|---|
| Form 26AS | Taxpayer login → View Tax Credit → Form 26AS → Select Assessment Year |
| Form 16/16A | Deductor login → Downloads → Form 16 → Select FY → Submit → Requested Downloads |
| Conso File | Deductor login → Downloads → Conso File |
| Justification Report | Deductor login → Downloads → Justification Report |
| TDS Correction | Deductor login → Statements/Payments → Correction |
⭐ Communication Address Not Updating — Known Issue
A reported problem worth addressing directly:
Some users report that the system does not save updated communication addresses — the old address keeps reappearing despite multiple attempts.
What typically helps:
- Use the old interface (via “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” button) to update profile details — the new homepage’s profile section may not yet be fully functional for all update types during this transition period.
- Clear browser cache completely (Ctrl+Shift+Delete) before retrying.
- Try a different browser — TRACES has historically worked best on Internet Explorer/Edge; if using Chrome, try Edge instead.
- If the issue persists after these steps, raise it directly via the helpdesk — this appears to be a transition-period glitch following the April 2026 portal change, not a permanent block.
If you’re facing this exact issue, it is very likely linked to the recent revamp — not something wrong on your end.
Forgot Password / User ID
Step 1: Login page → “Forgot Password” (or “Forgot User ID”)
Step 2: Select Taxpayer or Deductor
Step 3: Enter PAN/TAN + captcha
Step 4: OTP sent to registered mobile/email → Enter OTP
Step 5: Set new password → Confirm → Done
NRI Users — Separate Portal
NRI taxpayers use a dedicated portal: nriservices.tdscpc.gov.in/nriapp/login.xhtml Same general login principles apply — PAN-based login for NRI taxpayers.
Common Problems + Fix
“Old bookmark redirecting to unfamiliar homepage”: This is expected — portal was revamped April 2026. Use “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” button to reach familiar features. Update your bookmark to traces.tdscpc.gov.in.
“Login not working after the revamp”: Your existing password should still work — no reset required. If failing, try “Forgot Password” or clear browser cache first.
“Can’t find Form 26AS or Form 16 download”: These remain on the old interface. After logging in on the new homepage, click “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” to access them as before.
“TDS not reflecting in Form 26AS”: Contact your deductor (employer/bank) directly — they may not have filed or corrected their TDS return yet.
“Site not working well on mobile”: TRACES historically performs better on desktop browsers. Try Edge or Internet Explorer if Chrome gives issues.
“Communication address won’t update”: See dedicated section above — likely a transition-period issue; try the old interface route and alternate browser first.
FAQ
What is the new TRACES URL in 2026? traces.tdscpc.gov.in — the old tdscpc.gov.in domain currently redirects here but may be deactivated later.
Do I need to reset my password after the 2026 revamp? No. Your existing TAN/PAN and password remain valid on the new portal.
Where do I download Form 26AS now? Login → Click “Compliance under Income-Tax Act, 1961” → this opens the familiar interface with Form 26AS, Form 16, and Conso File options.
Why does my updated address keep reverting to the old one? This has been reported as a transition-period glitch post-revamp. Try updating via the old interface and a different browser; escalate to helpdesk if it persists.
Helpline: Available via portal helpdesk link | traces.tdscpc.gov.in
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| TRACES (New) | traces.tdscpc.gov.in |
| NRI Portal | nriservices.tdscpc.gov.in |
| Income Tax e-Filing | incometax.gov.in |
Rajesh eventually found the old interface behind the new homepage’s gateway button. All his historical TDS data was intact — just relocated, not lost.
If you bookmarked TRACES years ago — update it now to traces.tdscpc.gov.in. Your login still works. Your data is safe. Just click through to the old interface for Form 26AS, Form 16, and Conso Files.
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