RPE Academy

TDS & VDS Compliance

This training module equips participants with both conceptual understanding and practical skills in TDS and VDS compliance. Through real-life examples and case studies, learners will gain the confidence to manage statutory obligations, avoid penalties, and face tax and VAT audits effectively.

TDS & VDS Compliance

The module is structured into four classes covering TDS fundamentals, TDS payment and return submission, VAT Deduction at Source (VDS), and audit-focused compliance review. Participants will learn deduction procedures, payment methods, return filing, and documentation requirements. Practical sessions include challan preparation, VAT Form 6.6 completion, reconciliation exercises, and audit case studies. The module also highlights common compliance mistakes and best practices to ensure full regulatory compliance.

Class 01 - TDS – Fundamentals & Legal Framework

This class provides a comprehensive introduction to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) in Bangladesh. Participants will learn the legal framework under the TDS Rules 2024, understand who is responsible for deducting TDS, and explore TDS applicability on salaries, payments for goods and services, and payments made outside Bangladesh. The session also covers exemptions, general rules, and a step-by-step TDS deduction process.

Class 02 - TDS – Payment, TDS Return & Practical Issues

This class focuses on the practical aspects of TDS compliance, including cash purchase deductions, payments when vendors lack PSR, and situations where tax cannot be deducted immediately. Participants will learn TDS deposit procedures, challan preparation, issuance of TDS certificates, submission of TDS returns, and penalties for non-compliance. Practical case studies and discussions ensure learners gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios.

Class 03 - VAT Deduction at Source (VDS)

This class covers VAT Deduction at Source (VDS) and its compliance requirements in Bangladesh. Participants will learn the governing laws and SROs, mandatory VDS scenarios, cases where VDS is not applicable, and obligations for government offices, NGOs, and educational institutions. Practical sessions include VDS on products and services, payment to the government, preparation of VAT Form 6.6, and reporting VDS in VAT returns from both seller and purchaser perspectives.

Class 04 - TDS & VDS Review from Tax & VAT Audit Perspective

This class focuses on TDS and VDS implications during tax and VAT audits. Participants will learn key preparation points, reconciliation of financial statements, analysis of expense heads, and documentation requirements for TDS/VDS deduction or non-deduction. The session also highlights common compliance issues, submission of supporting documents, and practical review techniques from an audit perspective.

The TDS & VDS Compliance training module is designed to provide in-depth practical knowledge of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and VAT Deducted at Source (VDS) in Bangladesh. This course begins with a strong foundation in the legal framework governing TDS and VDS, including relevant laws, rules, and SROs. Participants will learn who is responsible for deduction, when deduction is required, and the types of transactions subject to TDS and VDS. The module explains TDS applicability on salary, goods purchase, services, and cross-border payments. Learners will gain practical knowledge of TDS deduction procedures, payment processes, challan preparation, and statutory timelines. Special focus is given to TDS return submission, issuance of certificates, and handling non-compliance situations.

The course also covers VAT Deduction at Source (VDS), including mandatory deduction scenarios, exemptions, and sector-specific obligations for government bodies, autonomous institutions, NGOs, and educational institutions. Participants will learn how to deposit VDS, prepare VAT Form 6.6, and report VDS correctly in VAT returns. Audit-focused sessions explain how TDS and VDS are reviewed during tax and VAT audits. Practical reconciliation of financial statements, expense analysis, and documentation requirements are discussed in detail. By the end of the module, participants will be fully equipped to manage TDS and VDS compliance confidently and handle audit situations effectively.

  • Total Classes: 5 sessions

  • VDS Module: 2 classes

  • TDS Module: 2 classes

  • Problem-Solving Session: 1 dedicated class

  • Course Duration: 1 month

  • Class Schedule: Friday & Saturday evenings

  • Class Recordings: Full access to recorded sessions

  • Learning Resources: Unlimited access to VAT & Tax materials including Acts, Rules, SROs, GOs, SOs, and explanatory notes

  • Support: Lifetime support on VAT and Tax–related matters

  • Certificate: Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from RPE Academy

 

Facilitator – Ripon Bhowmik FCA, ITP, VAT Consultant

Mr. Bhowmik, is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and a qualified VAT Consultant with over 12 years of professional experience in tax, VAT, customs, accounts, finance, and audit. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in June 2019 after beginning his professional journey in 2014. His career includes managerial roles at reputed CA firms and a senior leadership position at a multinational company, where he led tax, VAT, customs, and BEZA-related compliance.

Currently, he serves as AGM – Accounts at Transcom Group, overseeing finance, accounts, import, tax, VAT and internal audit operations. He has conducted numerous training sessions at leading universities and professional institutes, reflecting his strong commitment to practical learning and professional excellence.

In this training, you will learn how to identify TDS and VDS applicable transactions and comply with legal requirements accurately. You will gain practical skills in deducting, depositing, and reporting TDS and VDS, including return submission and certificate issuance. The course will teach you how to handle non-compliance issues, penalties, and interest calculations. You will also learn how to prepare for tax and VAT audits, reconcile financial data, and submit proper documentation related to TDS and VDS with confidence.

This training is ideal for students, accounting and finance professionals, tax practitioners, corporate executives, and individuals seeking practical knowledge and career-oriented expertise in VAT and Tax matters.

Moreover, this course is suitable for aspiring tax professionals, fresh graduates, and working professionals who want to build strong practical skills and advance their careers in taxation and compliance.

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