NSDL e-TBAF Preparation Utility
Purpose
This utility can be used for preparation of regular quarterly e-TBAF Statements
(e-TDS/TCS BOOK ADJUSTMENT FORM) for F.Y. 2006–07 and onwards only. This utility can be used for preparation e-TBAF
statements upto 1,00,000 DDO records.
Instructions for saving and creation of file
- The e-TBAF statement file needs be saved before creation of text file.
- To save intermediate file click on "Save As" button from "File" menu. It will ask for path and the
name by which the file has to be saved. The file will get saved with .grpu extension.
- To reopen the interim file (i.e .grpu file), first open the e-TBAF Preparation Utility and then
from File menu use Open button, select the .grpu file and open it. To save the changes done in
that file use "Save" button from "File" menu.
- After all details have been filled in the statement, generate a text file by clicking - "Create File" button.
The text file (i.e .txt file) created can be saved at any location by giving the path and file name.
- Rectification of errors identified while validation of text file through FVU can be done by using .grpu file
i.e first open the .grpu file in e-TBAF Preparation Utility, make the required changes and then
again create the text file (i.e .txt file).
For Cut, Copy, Paste functions use either options from File menu or right click a cell or row.
Validation through FVU
The text file (.txt file) should be validated with the latest e-TBAF FVU which is available at the NSDL website
(www.tin-nsdl.com). Upload file created by FVU (i.e. .fvu file) should be copied on a CD/Floppy.
Submission of statement
Statement is to be filed through a TIN-FC. CD/floppy having .fvu file should be accompanied with duly signed
Statistic report generated from FVU in physical form.
Caution :
It may be noted this e-TBAF Preparation Utility has been provided with a view to help Accounts Officers in
preparation of their statements. While all necessary care has been taken by NSDL, Accounts Officers are advised
to ensure the correctness of their statement in all respects, including but not limited to its conformity with
the applicable rules before the submission of same. NSDL does not assume any responsibility in respect of
performance or output of the e-TBAF Preparation Utility in any manner. It should be noted that e-TBAF Preparation
Utility and e-TBAF FVU are subject to modifications by NSDL. Hence the latest available version on our website
should be used.