By knowing the answer to the question of what a TDS certificate is, you can get the solution of all problems related to the deduction of TDS at different sources of income. It is a type of certificate issued by the entity deducting TDS to the person from whom TDS is deducted or the assessee. It serves as proof that the TDS deducted from you is deposited into the Government account. Another most important thing to know is what TDS certificate type is and what are the various types of TDS certificates you should ask for.
Form
Certificate for Type of Payment
Frequency & Due Date
Form 16
Salary payment
Yearly, 31st May
Form 16 A
Non-salary payments
Quarterly, 15 days from the due date of filing the return
Form 16 B
Sale of property
Every transaction, 15 days from the due date of filing the return
Form 16 C
Rent
Every transaction, 15 days from the due date of filing the return