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TDS Certificate: Form 16A

Understanding TDS certificates - how to download, verify, and use for tax filing.

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

TDS Certificate: Form 16A

What is Form 16A?#

Form 16A is TDS certificate for non-salary income like interest, rent, professional fees.

Contents#

  • deductor details
  • deductee details
  • Amount paid
  • TDS deducted
  • Tax deposited

How to Download#

  • From TRACES portal
  • From deductors
  • Via e-filing

Verification#

  • Check on incometax.gov.in
  • Verify with Form 26AS

Conclusion#

Form 16A is essential for claiming TDS credit.

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