What is Form 16 and how is it different from form 16A?


Difference between Form 16 and form 16A?

Roshni Agarwal Jul 18,2024

Form 16 is a certificate issued under section 203 of the IT Act, 1961 by the employer and is proof of the TDS deducted by the employer.

What is Form 16A then?

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