A Permanent Account Number or PAN card is an essential document in India. It is mandatory for all the taxpayers and those who indulge in financial activities in India. It is an indispensable resource of keeping the record of all your financial details and tax-related transactions. By keeping a PAN card, you can verify your identity and prevent tax troubles. As per the Indian Tax laws, all the existing taxpayers or people who need to file a return of income every year, should have a PAN. Any person, who wishes to make financial transactions where one needs to mention PAN, must disclose their PAN. However, despite very clear guidelines about PAN, there are people, who either knowingly or unknowingly, participate in financial transactions without quoting their PAN details and violate the law. As a result, once exposed, they end up paying fines.
Therefore, do not delay the process of obtaining your own unique PAN Card with ten digits alphanumeric number. You need to fill the form either online or offline and present the required documents to apply for a PAN card. Other than the required documents, you also need to pay specific fees in order to get a new PAN card or apply for a reprint of the PAN card. The fees and charges for PAN cards are different in the case of an Indian resident or a foreign citizen.
Here is the comprehensive guide for you to know about the fees for various PAN card services, the mode of payment required, process of refund and more.
PAN card fees when physical card is required
At the time of submitting the PAN card application form, the applicant needs to mention whether they need a physical PAN card or not. In case the applicant opts for a physical PAN Card, a physical card is printed and dispatched at the address of communication mentioned. The applicable fees are as below:
| S. No. | PAN Application Type | Charges for dispatch of physical PAN Card in India (including taxes) | Charges for dispatch of physical PAN Card outside India (including taxes) |
| 1 | PAN applications submitted at TIN Facilitation Centres / PAN Centres | Rs 107 | Rs 1017 |
| 2 | PAN applications submitted Online using physical mode (i.e. Physical documents forwarded to Protean.) | Rs 107 | Rs 1017 |
| 3 | PAN applications submitted Online through paperless modes (e-KYC & e-Sign / e-Sign scanned based / DSC scanned based) | Rs 101 | Rs 1011 |
| 4 | Request for Reprint of PAN card submitted through separate online link | Rs 50 | Rs 959 |
PAN card fees when physical card is not required
When the PAN Card applicant mentions in the application that they do not need any physical PAN card, the e-PAN card is sent on the email id of the applicant. The applicable fees are :-
| S No | PAN Application Type | Charges (including taxes) |
| 1 | PAN applications submitted at TIN Facilitation Centres / PAN Centres | Rs 72 |
| 2 | PAN applications submitted Online using physical mode (when physical documents are sent to Protean.) | Rs 72 |
| 3 | e-PAN Card will be dispatched at the email ID mentioned in the PAN application form | Rs 66 |
Charges for reprint of PAN card
A reprint of PAN Card may be required if the older copy is damaged or there is any change or correction required in the document. For example, there may be a spelling mistake in your name or your residence address may have been changed. One can get the mistakes rectified on their PAN card or get the changes made easily. You just need to fill the form for correction and reprint of the PAN card either online or offline. However, for this the authorities levy some fees and charges for it. The applicable fees are:
| S No | PAN Application Type | Charges for dispatch of physical PAN Card in India (including taxes) | Charges for dispatch of physical PAN Card outside India (including taxes) |
| 1 | Reprint of PAN card | Rs 50 | Rs 959 |
Modes of fee payment for PAN Card
The various modes of payment for PAN card are –
- Demand Draft or Cheque: Fee can be paid either by demand draft or by cheque. It should be in favour of ‘Protean – PAN’ and payable at Mumbai. On the back side of the demand draft or cheque, the name of the applicant should be mentioned along with the acknowledgment number.
- Online Payment: You can use NSDL or Protean websites to pay online with your debit or credit card or net banking.
- E-wallets: If you are an e-wallet user, you can use them to make payment for your PAN Card. Some of the e-wallets available are Freecharge, GPay, Paytm etc to make online payments.
- Cash: You can pay via cash while making a physical application for your PAN card.
What is a PAN Card refund?
You may be eligible for a refund for your PAN card application in the following situations –
- You paid more than the required amount of money.
- You paid for your PAN application but it got rejected.
Here are a few steps to follow to claim your refund in PAN card application –
- Visit the NSDL portal.
- Fill out the form for a refund request.
- You will be asked to submit the details, such as PAN card application number, payment date, transaction id etc.
- Next, you need to provide your bank account number, IFSC code, and other key details, as required.
PAN Card Fees when applying for PAN on others’ behalf
The Income Tax department of India has authorised a few individuals to use and pay the PAN card fee on behalf of others –
- Chartered Accounts
- Parents for their underage children
- Agents and other duly authorised representatives
- Employers can apply for PAN card for their employees
Frequently Asked Questions About PAN Card Fees and Charges
What are the different forms used for applying for a PAN card?
There are two different kinds of forms used for PAN application. The Indian citizens need to complete Form 49A to apply for a new PAN card. This form is meant for both Indian citizens and organisations based in India. The foreign citizens need to fill Form 49AA to apply for a PAN card.
Which documents do I need to show to apply for a PAN card?
You need to submit the documents that show proof of identity and address to get a PAN card in India. Some of the documents are Aadhar card, Voter’s ID, Passport, Driving License, etc. While applying for a PAN card online, you can upload the PAN card documents on the NSDL portal.
Where can I get physical PAN application forms?
The applicants can get the application forms from authorised PAN centres, TIN-FCs, any other centres who provide such forms. You can also download the same from authorised websites, such as NSDL, Protean etc.