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Form 16 Part A and Part B: Complete Explanation

Understanding Form 16 components - Part A (TDS certificate) and Part B (Salary details). How to download and use for ITR filing.

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1 April 2025·Updated 9 April 20261 min read12.5K views

Form 16 Part A and Part B: Complete Explanation

What is Form 16?#

Annual TDS certificate showing tax deducted on salary.

Part A Contents#

  • Employer details (TAN, Name)
  • Employee details (PAN, Name)
  • Quarterly TDS deposits
  • Challan details

Part B Contents#

  • Salary breakup
  • Allowances exempt/decline
  • Deductions under 80C
  • Other deductions
  • Tax computation

How to Download#

  1. Visit TRACES portal
  2. Login as employee
  3. View Form 16
  4. Download PDF

Part A vs Part B#

AspectPart APart B
ContentTDS Deposit DetailsSalary Details
Issued ByEmployerEmployer
FrequencyQuarterlyAnnual
ShowsTax deductedIncome details

For ITR Filing#

  • Match with Form 26AS
  • Verify TDS credits
  • Use for tax calculation

Conclusion#

Form 16 is essential for ITR filing.

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