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How to apply for a PAN card?

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What is a PAN card?

A Permanent Account Number is an electronic system that records all the details of taxpayers. It is a 10-digit alphanumeric serial number, laminated on a card, issued by the Income Tax Department of India. Each citizen of India can have one PAN card only. It started in 1972 under section 139A of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

How to apply online?

Step 1:- Visit the official PAN application website- https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/endUserRegisterContact.html.

Step 2:- Choose the category for which you are applying for the PAN card.

Step 3:- Submit all the details with the correct captcha as shown on your screen.

Step 4:- Make successful payment via credit card/debit card/demand draft. There are different charges for different categories of PAN cards. They are listed here- https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/pan-introduction.html.

Step 5:- Take a copy of all your documents required and post them to this address:
NSDL e-Gov at Income Tax PAN Services Unit,
NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited,
5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341,
Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony,
Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411016

What is form 49A and 49AA?

Both 49A and 49AA forms have similar patterns and details, filled by those who want to apply for the PAN card. The difference between these two forms is that the form 49A is filled by the citizens of India for their completion of KYC, whereas 49AA is filled by the foreign residents or the citizens who reside outside India.

The form requires two latest photographs that need to be affixed on each top corner of the form, name, address, basic demographic details, source of income, Aadhaar details, proof of identity, proof of address and thumb impression or signature.

How to update PAN cards?

Step 1:- Visit the official PAN application webpage https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/endUserRegisterContact.html.

Step 2:- Choose the application type- Changes or correction in existing PAN Data/Reprint of PAN card (No changes in existing PAN data).

Step 3:- Fill in all the updated details correctly in the form.

Step 4:- Make payment via credit card/debit card/demand draft.

Step 5:- Submit the form successfully and mail the documents to-
NSDL e-Gov at Income Tax PAN Services Unit,
NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited,
5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341,
Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony,
Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411 016

What documents are required?

For citizens of India:

For proof of identity:

  • Voter ID
  • Passport
  • Aadhaar
  • Ration card that has a photo of the applicant
  • Driving license
  • Photo ID card issued by any Central Government office or undertaking
  • Arm’s license
  • A certificate issued by the bank is duly attested and contains the photo and bank account number of the applicant.
  • Central Government Health Scheme card
  • Pensioner card copy with applicant’s photograph

For proof of address:

  • Electricity bill
  • Landline bill
  • Broadband connection bill
  • Voter ID
  • Aadhaar
  • Passport
  • Frontpage of bank account passbook that contains the address
  • Passbook of the post office that has the applicant’s address
  • Driving license
  • Property registry documents
  • Domicile certificate allotted by the Government
  • Latest order of the property tax assessment

For non-citizens of India:

For identity proof:

  • Passport
  • OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) card allotted by the Government of India
  • PIO (Person of India origin) card issued by the Government of India
  • Other Citizenship ID number, Taxpayer ID or National ID number attested by any Indian embassy.

For proof of address:

  • Passport
  • PIO/OCI card
  • External bank account statement that shows the address
  • Other Citizenship ID number, Taxpayer ID or National ID number attested by any Indian embassy.
  • Registration certificate allotted by the Foreigner Registration office that must show the Indian address.

How to download an e-PAN card?

Visit the site https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/ and find Verify Your Pan option after you scroll down. Submit the details, and your e-PAN is ready for download.

Frequently Asked Questions regarding PAN

How many days does it take to get the physical PAN card?

It can take up to a month or a maximum of one and a half to get the physical PAN card.

Why do we need a PAN card?

A PAN card is necessary to track the flow of money from one’s account. It is mandatory when one has to pay income tax or receive tax refunds. It will also serve as proof of identity.

Who can get this PAN card?

Every Indian citizen can get a PAN card. There is no age limit to get a PAN card. Minors and infants can also apply for the PAN card that will serve as identity proof for them.

Can one file an income tax return without quoting PAN?

No! Everyone must quote the PAN while filing an income tax return. It has to be quoted in all the payments that are made in the name of tax.

Can I apply offline for the PAN card?

Yes! One can apply offline for the PAN card. One has to download the offline PAN form https://www.tin-nsdl.com/downloads/pan/download/Request-for-New-PAN-Card-or-and-Changes-or-Correction-in-PAN-Data-Form.pdf. Fill the details correctly and attach documents of proofs. One has to pay the fees via demand draft and attach the receipt along with all the documents. Send these documents via post to the NSDL office, Pune.

How to link Aadhaar to a PAN card?

One has to visit the official Income Tax website here https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/, scroll down to find the option Link Aadhaar. Click on the option and submit your PAN and Aadhaar details correctly. If the details are not matching, Aadhaar and PAN will not get linked. That’s why to link them successfully, details in both the cards must match.

One can also use the SMS facility to link PAN and Aadhaar. One has to type UIDPAN<12 digit Aadhaar><10 digit PAN> and send it to 567678 or 56161. If the details match, it will successfully get linked. Else, check your status here https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/panaadhaarlink/forms/pan.html/panaadhaar.

What is the validity of my PAN card?

The validity of the PAN is a lifetime. It will not be affected if you make any changes to the PAN card. However, if you have requested any update/change in the PAN card, ask the Income Tax Department to issue a new PAN card as the older one is not valid after the changes.

What are the helpline numbers from where I can get my PAN details?

One can submit any type of grievance related to PAN here https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/fo-greivance/submit.
One can call the toll-free number 1800 1020 990 / 1800 224 430 or mail them at info@nsdl.co.in if one has any queries regarding their PAN card.

Find more FAQs regarding PAN here: https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/faqs.aspx?k=FAQs%20on%20Permanent%20Account%20Number&c=5.

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