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New PAN Card and Changes/Correction in PAN
New PAN Card and Changes/Correction in PAN
A PAN (Permanent Account Number) is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric identity issued to the tax payers by the Income Tax Department of India. All PAN Card holders can access PAN in physical as well as digital format. PAN links all financial transactions at one place and thus, serves as a legal document for tax filing, investments and various other financial processes. In other words, PAN is a financial fingerprint of an Indian tax payer. It is a proof of one’s earnings, investments and important financial transactions such ITR, TDS/TCS credits and much more.
On clicking Continue, you will be redirected to the
Protean e-Governance page.
Steps to Resume your Application:
Once on the Protean page, click on the “Continue with Application” tab.
Provide the Token Number sent to your email when you first applied for your PAN.
Enter the E-Mail ID and Date of Birth you used during your initial application.
Complete the CAPTCHA validation to proceed.
Now, click the Submit button to be taken back to where you left off in your application.
For Aadhar based eKYC for PAN, only Aadhar number will be required as a proof of identity, residence and date of birth. However, if you want to apply for a PAN without Aadhaar, refer to the list of documents shared below.
Photo & Other Documents
Passport Size Photo, Copy of Signature, Copy of PAN (In case of PAN Correction)
Proof of Identity
Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License / Passport / Ration Card / Arm’s License
Proof of Residence
Aadhaar Card / Votar ID / Driving License / Passport Domicile (Issued by Govt.)
Proof of Date of Birth
Aadhaar Card / Birth Certificate / Matriculation /Marriage Certificate / Votar ID / Driving License / Passport / Domicile (Issued by Govt.)
*The above list is indicative.
Applying for a new PAN Card online is quick, easy and hassle free. Individuals with valid Aadhaar number can instantly apply for physical PAN, e-PAN or PAN regeneration, PAN correction through official PAN partner website. Here’s a step-by-step process to apply for PAN card online:
Fill up the form ‘Start You PAN Card application’ on this page.
Share your name, select PAN Card type as ‘Physical PAN Card (Plus eCard)’ or ‘ePAN Card,’ and Mobile Number.
Share the OTP to authenticate the request, select the applicable type as ‘New PAN’ or ‘Changes/ Correction in PAN’. Then Click on Apply Now to proceed with the request
Fill the form, select application type, category of applicant and personal details as required.
Pay the processing charges after submission of the forms and documents.After you submit the PAN application, you will be redirected to the payment page. Choose preferred mode of payment and pay the fees. You can use credit/debit card, demand draft or net-banking for the same.
PAN is an important document that maps your financial transactions at one place. Thus, it is important to keep your PAN secure. However, in case one misplaces or breaks the PAN card, there is a provision to apply for a duplicate PAN Card. You can start an online pan application for a reissuing you PAN copy online. The process is similar to applying for a new card. While filling up the preset form for PAN application, just make sure to select the “Reprint” or “Duplicate PAN Card” option on the application page.
PAN is a mandatory document for every tax payer in India. So, all Indian citizens, Non Resident Indians (NRIs), or foreign nationals running their business in India are eligible to apply for a PAN card.
To apply for a PAN card, one is required to submit: proof of identity, proof of address and proof of date of birth. Please make sure you have scanned a copy of the designated verification documents when filling an online PAN application form.
You can track your application status online. The physical copy is mailed to your address. It generally takes up to two weeks for the same.
No, it is illegal to have more than one PAN card on a legal identity. Never apply for applying a new PAN when you already have one. Always apply for “reissue” if you need a copy of PAN.
In case of the loss of PAN card, one must apply for a duplicate PAN card on priority. Apply online, and select the ‘Reprint PAN Card’ option.
If you identify mistakes in your PAN Card, apply for PAN correction. You can apply online. While applying, you would be required to provide the supporting documents for the requested change.
Yes, you can check the application status of your PAN application online. Use PAN application acknowledgment number to track the application status.
The fee for PAN card application varies on the basis of application type- Indian or NRI.. The fees structure is nominal and clearly mentioned on PAN portal as well as on the payment page of the application form.
Aadhaar isn't a mandatory document for PAN application. However, it is highly recommended to share your Aadhaar as it simplifies the verification process and reduces processing time.
