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Apply for a New PAN Application, PAN Correction Application, Duplicate PAN Application (Govt. charges extra) update details, and check your application status easily with the Pan Card Services Portal.
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New PAN Application
Users can apply for a new PAN card, by selecting the appropriate category of applicants such as individual, firm, company, etc.
PAN Correction Application
Use Pan Card services to correct PAN card details online. Secure, fast process to update your PAN information accurately and efficiently.
Duplicate PAN Application (Govt. charges extra)
If the PAN card is lost, the user can apply for a duplicate PAN card by submitting the Form for "Request for New PAN Card" and a copy of FIR.
Important reasons why you should get a PAN card
Banking
You need a PAN card to open a bank account and for other banking money activities. It is now needed to stop fraud and money laundering.
Debit/credit card applications
You must provide PAN details when applying for debit or credit cards. If your application is rejected because of missing PAN details,it can hurt your credit score.
Loan applications
A formal loan application from any bank or NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) cannot be processed. It is the key that unlocks your financial and income data.
Buying or selling property
If the property value is more than Rs. 5 lakhs, both buyer and seller must give PAN card details by law. For joint ownership, all owners’ PAN numbers are needed.
Mutual funds
The PAN card is mandatory and indispensable for investing in mutual funds in India. It acts as the primary key for all your financial transactions with the market regulator.
Trading shares
The PAN card is the cornerstone of your identity in the trading share. It's legally required for every transaction, and its use both for regulation and your financial tracking.
Insurance premiums
The PAN card is crucial for insurance, primarily to ensure financial transparency and tax compliance. Its use becomes mandatory in specific high-value scenarios.
Foreign currency exchange
The PAN card is mandatory for most significant foreign currency transactions in India. Its primary use is the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and Income Tax rules.
Jobs
Most workplaces ask for your PAN card for salary and tax purposes. It is also needed when filing income tax returns.
Tax Compliance
A PAN is needed to file income tax returns and connect your tax details with the Income Tax Department.
Benefits of Becoming a PAN Card Service Provider
Tax Deductions
If you don’t link your PAN with your bank account and you earn more than Rs. 10,000 in interest, the bank will deduct 30% tax instead of 10%.
Starting a Business
Companies need a PAN to get their Tax Registration Number (TRN). Many eCommerce sites require TRN for companies to sell products.
Claiming Refunds from Income Tax
You must file income tax returns every year. If you paid more tax than needed, you can get a refund, but only if your PAN is linked with your bank account.
Buying a Car
A PAN card is needed when buying or selling a four-wheeler. It is also needed if you take a loan to buy a car. For second-hand cars, PAN is not needed now.
Opening a Bank/Demat Account
You can’t open a bank account without a PAN card, except for zero balance accounts under the Jan Dhan Yojna, where Voter ID or Ration Card is accepted.
Making Investments, Buying RBI Bonds/Insurance
To invest legally, you need to complete KYC by submitting PAN and address proof.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for PAN Card Online
1
Visit NSDL/UTIITSL Website
Go to the official website of NSDL or UTIITSL for online PAN card application
2
Select 'New PAN'
Choose the option for applying for a new PAN card
3
Choose Correct Form
Select PAN card Form 49A (for Indian citizens) or Form 49AA (for foreign citizens)
4
Fill Personal Details
Enter all required personal information accurately in the form
5
Pay Processing Fee
Submit the form and pay the processing fee online or via demand draft
6
Get Acknowledgement
Receive a 15-digit acknowledgement number after successful submission
7
e-Sign or Send Documents
e-Sign using Aadhaar OTP or send physical documents within 15 days
8
Verification & PAN Generation
After verification, your PAN card is generated and dispatched
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, once allotted, your PAN is valid for a lifetime. It does not require renewal.
Return is to be filed only if you are liable to file return of income under section 139.It is not mandatory to file a return of income after getting a PAN.
You can request a duplicate PAN card by submitting Form 49A and selecting the option “Change or Correction in Existing PAN Data”. The process is similar to applying for a new PAN.
No, it is illegal to have more than one PAN. If you have more than one, surrender the duplicate immediately to avoid penalty
Yes, it is mandatory to link PAN with Aadhaar for filing ITR and other financial transactions. If not linked, your PAN may become inoperative.
