How to Apply for PAN Card Online - PAN Application

PAN or Permanent Account Number is an important document which is required to carry out certain tasks. Given this, it is necessary to have  card which contains a unique 10-digit alphanumeric code which is issued by the Income Tax Department.

You can apply for the PAN card either online or offline. Here, we take a look at how you can avail of the card using online mode via the Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL) and UTIITSL website.

Procedure for Existing Customers to Apply for an e-PAN

The procedure for existing customers to apply for an e-PAN is mentioned below:

• Visit https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/ReprintDownloadEPan.html.
• Enter details such as the Permanent Account Number (PAN), Aadhaar number (in the case of individuals), date of birth, GSTN (optional), and captcha.
• Click on ‘Submit’.
• An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP to download the e-PAN.

In case you have not updated the email ID and mobile, you must complete that process first.

How to Apply for a PAN Card Online on Protean eGov Technologies Limited Website (formerly NSDL)

If you are applying for a new PAN card, you will have to fill in Form 49A or 49AA depending on whether you are an Indian citizen or a foreign citizen. Keep in mind that this is primarily for applicants who don't currently have a PAN card and have never applied for one. Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1:Visit the NSDL website's Online PAN Application section

Step 2: Select your application type: Form 49A (Indian Citizens) or 49AA (Foreign Citizens) or Changes or Correction in PAN/Reprint of PAN Card.

Step 3: Select your Category. The options are: Individual, Association of Persons, Body of Individuals, Trust, Limited Liability Partnerships, Firm, Government, Hindu Undivided Family, Artificial Judicial Person, and Local Authority.  

Step 4: Fill in the Title, Last name/surname, First name, Middle Name, Date of Birth/Incorporation/Formation in DD/MM/YYYY format, email ID, mobile number, and Captcha code. Submit the form.

Step 5: On the next page you will receive an acknowledgement with a token number. Click on 'Continue with PAN Application Form' on this page.

Step 6: You will be directed to fill in more personal details similar to Form 49A or Form 49AA. Input all the necessary information.

Step 7: Choose how you want to submit the documents. You can: a) Forward application documents physically; b) Submit digitally through digital signature; c) Submit digitally through e-sign.

Step 8: On the same page, indicate what documents you are submitting as proof of identity, address, and date of birth. Confirm the declaration, place and date of application. Review and submit the form. Make sure you make no mistakes.

Step 9: Click on 'Proceed' and you will be taken to the payment options. Choose between Demand Draft and Online Payment through Bill Desk.

Step 10: If you choose Demand Draft, you will have  to make a DD before you begin the application process as you have to provide the DD number, date of issue, amount, and the name of the bank from where the DD is generated on the portal.

Step 11: If you choose Bill Desk, you can pay through Net Banking, and Debit or Credit Cards.

Step 12: Click on 'I agree to terms of service' and proceed to pay. The PAN application fees will vary based on whether you are sending documents separately to Protean eGov Technologies Limited or uploading them online.

Step 13: If you pay by using your credit card or debit card or via net banking, you will receive an acknowledgement receipt and payment receipt. Print the acknowledgement receipt.

Step 14: Attach two recent photographs along with the acknowledgement receipt.

Note: Do not staple or clip the photos. Ensure that you sign across the photo that you attach on the left side of the receipt. Do not sign the photo on the right. Ensure that your signature is within the box provided. If you use your left thumb impression, ensure that it is attested by a gazetted officer or a notary.

Step 15: After payment is confirmed, send the supporting documents via post or courier to Protean eGov Technologies Limited.

Once your documents are received, Protean eGov Technologies Limited will process your application. If you have provided your office address as your preferred address for communication, you will also need to submit proof of office address along with your residential address proof.

How to Apply for a PAN Card Online on UTIITSL Website

The procedure to apply for your PAN card on the UTIITSL website is similar to the one above. The only difference is that you have to first visit https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/PAN/#one. Scroll down and click on PAN Card for Indian Citizen/NRI. A new page will open where you will have to select one of the options – Apply for New Pan Card (Form 49A), Regenerate Online Pan Application, or Download Blank Pan Form.

Once you fill in the details and get the acknowledgement receipt you will need to take a print out of the same and mail it to your nearest UTIITSL office along with copies of the required documents.

How to Apply for a Reprint or Change Details on your PAN Card Online

You can apply for a reprint of your PAN card on both the Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL) and the UTIITSL websites. The two situations wherein you can apply for a reprint of your PAN card are:

• You already have a PAN number but the PAN Card is damaged.
• You have lost your PAN Card.
• You wish to make a few corrections or changes to the details on your existing PAN Card.

To apply for a reprint of your PAN, you will have to fill out the CSF form.

How to Apply for a Reprint or Correction of PAN Details on UTIITSL Website

Step 1: Visit https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/PAN/#

Step 2: Select if you want both a physical copy of your PAN and an e-PAN or the e-PAN only.

Step 3: Click on ‘Reprint Pan Card’, after which a new page will open, there click on ‘Reprint Pan Card’.

Step 4: Fill in the required details.

Step 5: Enter the captcha and submit the form.

Step 6: Pay the fee.

Step 7: Print the acknowledgement receipt and mail it to your nearest UTIITSL centre. Do remember to also include copies of the necessary documents (identity-proof, address-proof, and proof of date of birth documents). You must also enclose a copy of your Aadhaar card.

Step 8: You will also have to submit proof of an existing PAN card.

How to Apply for a Reprint or Correction of PAN Details on Protean eGov Technologies Limited Website (formerly NSDL)

Step 1: Visit the Protean eGov Technologies Limited website: https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/PAN/#.

Step 2: Click on ‘Change/Correction in PAN Card’.

Step 3: A new page will open where you will have to click on ‘Apply for Change/Correction in PAN Card details’. Fill in the required details. Fill in the required details.

Step 4: Pay the required amount.

Step 5: Print out the acknowledgement and send it to the Protean eGov Technologies Limited office by post. Ensure that you also mail the required documents (identity proof, address proof, and proof of date of birth).

Step 6: You may also be required to provide proof of an existing PAN card. You can also choose the digital or paperless mode to make the correction or changes to your PAN Card.

Note: It is against the law for any individual to own two PAN numbers. Fill and submit form 49A only if you are applying for a PAN card for the first time.

If you have any questions regarding how to fill out any of these forms, refer to the guidelines available on both of these websites. You can also refer to the information provided on the Income Tax Department's website.

Charges Levied to Apply for a PAN Card Online

Apart from applying for a PAN Card, you can also make corrections, changes, or request for a PAN Card reprint online. You can apply for a PAN Card on the official website of UTITSL or Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL).

In case the communication address is in India, the charges levied for applying for a PAN Card is Rs.93 (exclusive of GST). In the case of a foreign communication address, the charges levied for applying for a PAN Card is Rs.864 (exclusive of GST). Once the payment has been made, you must submit the relevant documents. The PAN application will be processed only if the relevant documents have been processed.

Date of Birth Proof for Applying for a PAN Card Online

One of the below-mentioned documents may be submitted as proof of date of birth:

• An affidavit sworn before a magistrate stating the date of birth.
• The marriage certificate that has been issued by a Registrar of Marriages.
• Pension payment order.
• Health Service Scheme photo card provided by the Central Government.
• Ex-servicemen can provide the Contributory Health Scheme photo card.
• Domicile certificate that has been issued by the Government.
• Any photo identity card that has been issued by the State Government or Central Government.
• Any photo identity card that has been issued by a State Public Sector Undertaking or Central Public Sector Undertaking.
• Birth certificate that has been issued by a municipal authority.
• Mark sheet or Matriculation certificate that has been provided by a recognised board.
• Passport.
• Driving License.
• Elector’s photo identity card.
• The Aadhaar Card that has been issued by the UIDAI.

Proof of Address Required to Apply for PAN Card

Proof of Identity Required to Apply for PAN Card

Link PAN Card to Bank Accounts Online

• Link PAN to Axis Bank Account
• Link PAN to Canara Bank Account
• Link PAN to OBC Bank Account
• Link PAN Card to HDFC Account
• Link PAN Card to Kotak Bank Account

• Link PAN Card to PNB Account
• Link PAN to SBI Account
• Link PAN to UCO Bank Account
• Link PAN to United Bank Account

Applying for a PAN Card Offline

Step 1: Go to the official Protean eGov Technologies Limited website (formerly NSDL) - https://www.tin-nsdl.com/

Step 2: Under ‘Downloads’, click on ‘PAN’. A new page will open where you will have to click on ‘Form 49A’. If you are a non-resident individual (NRI) or a foreign national, click on ‘Form 49AA’.

Step 3: Download this form.

Step 4: Fill in the application form.

Step 5: Upload photo copies of all supporting documents (elaborated in the section below) along with a passport size photograph.

Step 6: You should pay a fee of Rs.110 which can be paid via cash or demand draft.

Step 7: On your envelope, you should write 'APPLICATION FOR PAN -N-15 DIGIT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT NUMBER'. Example, 'APPLICATION FOR PAN -- N-881010200000063').

Step 8: Send the envelope to this address:

Income Tax PAN Services Unit, Protean eGov Technologies Limited e-Governance Infrastructure Limited, 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune - 411016.

List Of Pan Card Office in India

• Pan card office in Chennai
• Pan card office in Bangalore
• Pan card office in Pune
• Pan card office in Delhi
• Pan card office in Mumbai

• Pan card office in Hyderabad
• Pan card office in Kolkata
• Pan card office in Patna
• Pan card office in Gurgaon
• Pan card office in Coimbatore

How to track the status of your PAN card application

• UTIITSL or NSDL websites allow you to check the status of your PAN card application online.

• By using your coupon number or PAN along with your date of birth, incorporation date, agreement date, etc., and captcha code, you can check the status of your PAN card application via the UTIITSL website.

• You must enter the 15-digit acknowledgement number on the PAN card status tracking page of the NSDL (Protean) website in order to check the status of your PAN card application.

How to Check the Delivery Status of a PAN Card

• Once your PAN card application has been submitted, you can check the delivery status of your PAN card online using the Speed Post tracking portal by entering the consignment number.

• Additionally, you can track your shipment using SMS. To check the status, just send the text "POST Track 13-digit article number>" to the numbers 166 or 51969.

FAQs on How to Apply for PAN Card Online - PAN Application

1. Can I apply for my PAN card online through a mobile?

   Yes, you can apply for your PAN card online through your mobile.

2. How will the PAN card be delivered to me?

   The PAN Card will be delivered by post to the communication address provided by you during the application process.

3. Can a minor apply for a PAN Card?

   Yes, a minor can apply for a PAN Card under Section 160 of IT Act, 1961. A person who is non-resident, lunatic, or court of ward can also apply for a PAN Card. However, in this case they will have to represented through a Representative Assessee who will apply for a PAN Card on the behalf of the applicant.

4. Can I have more than one PAN Card?

   You cannot have more than one PAN Card as it is against the law. In case you have more than one PAN Card, you will have to get in touch with the concerned authorities and get any one of the accounts closed.

5. Are there any charges I will be required to pay while applying for a PAN Card?

   Yes, you will have to make a payment of Rs.93+ GST while applying for a PAN Card if you are a resident of India. If your PAN Card is to be dispatched outside India then you will have to make a payment of Rs.864 (Rs.93 + Rs.771 as dispatch fees).

6. What is the validity of my PAN Card?

   Your PAN Card will be valid for life and you will not be required to renew your PAN Card. However, in case of any change in information, you will have to go through the process of changing the information on your PAN Card by filling  out the form for ‘Request for New PAN Card Or/ And Changes or Correction in PAN Data’.

7. I do not have an Aadhaar card. Can I still apply for a PAN card online?

   No, without an Aadhaar card, you cannot apply for a PAN card. An Aadhaar card is mandatory to get a PAN card.

8. Can a student apply for a PAN card?

   Yes, if the student is above the age of 18, then they can apply for a PAN card.

9. How long will it take for me to get my PAN card after submitting my application?

   Nowadays, it only takes 2 days after the submission of the application to get your PAN card.

10. Is applying for a PAN card free of cost?

    Yes, it is totally free to apply for and to get a PAN card.

11. Will I get a receipt when I turn in my PAN application form at a TIN-FC?

    Yes, a receipt bearing a special 15-digit number will be sent to you. 

12. How do I track the delivery of a PAN card?

    You can check the status of your PAN card delivery either offline by sending an SMS message or online via the India Post consignment tracking page. Enter 'POST Track 13-digit article number>' in the text box. and to check the status, send it to 166 or 51969

13. What makes a PAN Card necessary?

    PAN cards are crucial for taxpayers because they are necessary for all financial transactions and are used to monitor the inflow and outflow of funds. It is essential for communicating with the Income Tax Department, filing tax returns, and paying taxes. Identification is also possible with the PAN Card. 

14. What is the minimum age for obtaining a PAN card?

    A Permanent Account Number (PAN) is frequently misunderstood to be a privilege reserved for those over the age of 18. However, since the Income Tax Department has not set an age limit for obtaining a PAN card, children are eligible to apply.

15. What age is required for children to obtain a PAN card?

    Children are permitted to apply for a PAN card under Section 160 of the Income Tax Act because the Act makes no mention of an upper age limit. PAN cards are available for children below the age of five, and irrespective of the name or address changes, they act as a permanent form of identification. 

16. Can I open a bank account without a PAN Card?

    For the vast majority of financial transactions, PAN cards are required. The IT division has made it mandatory to link your bank account to your PAN. This is primarily due to the fact that your tax refunds will be deposited directly into your bank account.