February 2026 Compliance Calendar: GST, TDS, PF & ESI Due Dates
Tracking statutory due dates is critical for businesses to avoid late fees, interest, notices, and compliance stress. For small businesses, accountants, and finance teams, missing even one deadline can lead to unnecessary penalties.
Below is a simple and useful February 2026 compliance calendar, covering only the key due dates that matter most for regular compliance.
February 2026 Important Compliance Due Dates
Due Date | Compliance Type | Description | Applicable For |
|---|---|---|---|
7 Feb 2026 | TDS / TCS | Payment of TDS / TCS deducted for January 2026 | All deductors & collectors |
10 Feb 2026 | Professional Tax (PT) | PT payment on salaries for January 2026 | Employers (state-wise) |
11 Feb 2026 | GST – GSTR-1 | Monthly return for outward supplies (Jan 2026) | Monthly GST filers |
13 Feb 2026 | GST – IFF | Invoice Furnishing Facility (optional) | QRMP taxpayers |
15 Feb 2026 | PF & ESI | PF & ESI payment for January 2026 | Employers |
20 Feb 2026 | GST – GSTR-3B | Monthly GST summary return for Jan 2026 | Monthly GST filers |
25 Feb 2026 | GST Payment | GST challan payment (if ITC is not sufficient) | Quarterly GST filers |
Important Note on Professional Tax
Professional Tax due dates vary from state to state.
Businesses should confirm the applicable state PT rules to avoid penalties.
Why These Due Dates Matter
Missing compliance deadlines can result in:
Late fees and interest
GST notices and departmental follow-ups
Blocked ITC claims
Increased workload during audits
Cashflow disruptions
For businesses managing GST, payroll, and TDS together, timely compliance is essential.
Late Filing Penalties
GST Returns: Late fee per day + interest on tax due
TDS: Interest on late payment and penalties for delay
PF & ESI: Interest and damages based on delay period
Professional Tax: State-specific penalties
Even short delays can become expensive if repeated.
How hisabkitab Helps You Stay Compliant
Keeping track of multiple due dates manually is risky. hisabkitab helps businesses and accounting teams by:
Automatically tracking GST, TDS, PF, ESI, and PT deadlines
Sending AI-powered reminders before due dates
Reducing dependency on spreadsheets and manual calendars
Helping avoid missed filings, penalties, and interest
Keeping compliance planning organised in one place
With hisabkitab, compliance becomes simple, timely, and stress-free.
Conclusion
February 2026 includes several critical compliance deadlines that businesses must not miss. Staying organised and tracking only the most relevant due dates helps reduce risk and ensures smooth operations.
Using tools like hisabkitab allows businesses, CAs, and finance teams to stay compliant without last-minute pressure.
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