Form 16A is a certificate issued by a deductor (such as an employer, bank, or financial institution) to the deductee (the taxpayer) as proof of tax deducted at source (TDS) on payments made to the taxpayer. It is primarily used for payments other than salaries, such as payments for professional fees, rent, or interest. After filing the TDS return (Form 26Q) for payment other than salary, you need to download Form 16A.

Form 16 and Form 16A are crucial TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) certificates issued by the deductor, serving as evidence of tax deduction at source. While both certificates are necessary for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR),

House property refers to any land or building, including the land attached to the building such as a courtyard, parking space, or compound. A taxpayer must report income earned from such property when filing their Income Tax Return (ITR).