Online Apply for PAN Card || Apply Online for Changes or Correction in PAN Data

Online Application for Request for New PAN Card Or/ And Changes Or Correction in PAN Data (PAN Change Request Form). Income Tax PAN Services Unit through NSDL has launched the Online Application for New Pan Card. Indian Citizens can fill the Online and Pay the Fee and Submit the application. The acknowledgement obtained should be sent along with the required documents. Then PAN Card will be despatched to your address mentioned in the application. The List of Documents should be sent along with the Application for New PAN Card are also available below.

Guidelines and Steps for Online Application for New PAN Card


Steps for Online Application:

For NEW PAN:
(a) An applicant will fill Form 49A online and submit the form.
(b) If there are any errors, rectify them and re-submit the form.
(c) A confirmation screen with all the data filled by the applicant will be displayed.
(d) The applicant may either edit or confirm the same.
(e) On confirmation, an acknowledgement will be displayed. The acknowledgement will contain a unique 15-digit acknowledgement number.
(f) The applicant is requested to save and print this acknowledgement.
(g) 'Individual' applicants should affix two recent colour photographs with white background (size 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm) in the space provided in the acknowledgement. The photographs should not be stapled or clipped to the acknowledgement. The clarity of image on PAN card will depend on the quality and clarity of photograph affixed on the acknowledgement.
(h) Signature / Left Thumb Impression should only be within the box provided in the acknowledgement. The signature should not be on the photograph affixed on right side of the form. In case of applicants other than 'Individuals', the authorized signatory shall sign the acknowledgement and affix the appropriate seal or stamp. The signature should not be on photograph. If there is any mark on photograph such that it hinders the clear visibility of the face of the applicant, the application will not be accepted.
Signature / Left hand thumb impression should be provided across the photo affixed on the left side of the form in such a manner that portion of signature/impression is on photo as well as on acknowledgement.
(i) Thumb impression, if used, should be attested by a Magistrate or a Notary Public or a Gazetted Officer under official seal and stamp.
For Changes in Existing PAN:
  • (f) For Changes or Correction in PAN data, fill all mandatory fields (marked with *) of the Form and select the corresponding box on left margin of appropriate field where correction is required.
  • (g) If the application is for re-issuance of a PAN card without any changes in PAN related data of the applicant, fill all fields in the Form but do not select any box on left margin.
  • (h) In case of either a request for Change or Correction in PAN data or request for re-issuance of a PAN Card without any changes in PAN data, the address for communication will be updated in the ITD database using address for communication provided in the application.
  • (i) For Cancellation of PAN, fill all mandatory fields in the Form, enter PAN to be cancelled in Item No.11 of the Form and select the check box on left margin. PAN to be cancelled should not be same as PAN (the one currently used) mentioned at the top of the Form.

Payment of Fee:
If communication Address is within India
  • The fee for processing PAN application is Rs. 96.00 (Rs. 85.00 + 12.36% service tax).
  • Payment can be made either by - Demand Draft or Cheque or Credit Card / Debit Card or Net Banking
  • Payment can be made only by way of Credit Card / Debit card and Demand Draft payable at Mumbai.
  • Demand draft / cheque shall be in favour of 'NSDL - PAN'.
  • Name of the applicant and the acknowledgement number should be mentioned on the reverse of the demand draft / cheque.
  • Demand draft shall be payable at Mumbai, to be sent to NSDL.
  • Applicants making payment by cheque shall deposit a local cheque (drawn on any bank) with any HDFC Bank branch across the country (except Dahej). The applicant shall mention NSDLPAN on the deposit slip. List of HDFC Bank branches.
  • Credit card / Debit card / Net banking payment 

Persons authorized to make credit card / debit card / net banking payment are as below:
        Category of Applicant Payment by Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking can be made by / for
Individual Self, immediate family members (parents, spouse, children) HUF Karta of the HUF Company Any Director of the Company Firm / Limited Liability Partnership Any Partner of the Firm / Limited Liability Partnership Association of Person(s) / Body of Individuals / Association of Person(s) Trust / Artificial Juridical Person / Local Authority Authorized Signatory covered under section 140 of Income Tax Act, 1961

Acknowledgement
(r) On confirmation, and in case of credit card / debit card / net banking payment (on successful payment) an acknowledgement screen will be displayed. The acknowledgement consists of:
  • A 15-digit unique acknowledgement number
  • Category of applicant
  • Permanent Account Number (PAN)
  • Name of applicant
  • Father's Name (in case of 'Individual')
  • Date of Birth/Incorporation/Agreement/Partnership or Trust Deed/Formation of Body of Individuals/Association of Persons
  • Address for Communication
  • Space for Photograph (in case of 'Individual')
  • Payment Details
  • Space for Signature
  • Aadhaar No.
  • Details of Proof of Identity and Address
  • Acknowledgment will also indicate fields in which change/correction is requested.
What to do after Acknolwedgment is Obtained ?
  1. Applicant shall save and print this acknowledgement.
  2. 'Individual' applicants should affix two recent colour photographs with white background (size 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm) in the space provided on the acknowledgement. The photographs should not be stapled or clipped to the acknowledgement. The clarity of image on PAN card will depend on the quality and clarity of photograph affixed on the acknowledgement.
  3. Signature / Left hand thumb impression should be provided across the photo affixed on the left side of the form in such a manner that portion of signature/impression is on photo as well as on form.
  4. Signature / Left hand thumb impression should be within the box provided on the right side of the form. The signature should not be on the photograph affixed on right side of the form. If there is any mark on this photograph such that it hinders the clear visibility of the face of the applicant, the application will not be accepted.
  5. Thumb impression, if used, should be attested by a Magistrate or a Notary Public or Gazetted Officer, under official seal and stamp.

Mode of Submission of Documents:
For NEW PAN:
  1. The acknowledgement duly signed, affixed with photograph (in case of 'Individuals') alongwith Demand Draft, if any, and proof of identity (name in the application should be same as in the proof of identity) & proof of address (Individuals, HUFs, Body of Individuals, Association of Persons & Artificial Juridical Person should provide proof of address of residence stated in the application) as specified in the application form is to be sent to NSDL 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'.
  2. (q) Super scribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR PAN - Acknowledgement Number' (e.g. 'APPLICATION FOR PAN - 881010100000097').
  3. (r) Your acknowledgement, Demand Draft, if any, and proofs, should reach NSDL within 15 days from the date of online application.
For Change in Existing PAN CARD DATA:
  • The acknowledgement duly signed, affixed with photograph (in case of 'Individuals') alongwith demand draft/cheque, if any, proof of existing PAN, proof of identity & address as specified in the application along with any other relevant proof as specified (in Item No.IV - Documents to be submitted along with the application ) is to be sent to NSDL at 'NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited, 5th floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune -“ 411016'.
  • Super scribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR PAN CHANGE REQUEST-Acknowledgment Number' (e.g. 'APPLICATION FOR PAN CHANGE REQUEST-881010200000097').
  • Your acknowledgement, demand draft/cheque, if any, and proofs, should reach NSDL within 15 days from the date of online application.
  • Applications received with demand draft or cheque as mode of payment shall be processed only on receipt of relevant proofs and realization of payment.
  • Applications received with credit card / debit card / net banking as mode of payment shall be processed on receipt of relevant documents (acknowledgement and proofs).
Documents to be Submitted along with the Application Form:

Document acceptable as proof of identity and address as per Rule 114 of Income Tax Rules, 1962
For Individuals and HUF
Sr. NoProof of Identity (Copy of)Proof of address (Copy of)Proof of Issuance of PAN (copy of)
1School Leaving CertificateElectricity Bill*PAN Card
2Matriculation CertificateTelephone Bill*PAN Allotment Letter
3Degree of recognised educational institutionEmployer Certificate*No other document is acceptable as proof of issuance of PAN. If proof is not provided then application shall be accepted on a 'good effort basis'.
4Depository Account StatementDepository Account Statement*
5Bank Account Statement / PassbookBank Account Statement / Passbook*
6Credit CardCredit Card Statement*
7Water BillRent Receipt*
8Ration CardRation Card
9Property Tax Assessment OrderProperty Tax Assessment Order
10PassportPassport
11Voter Identity CardVoter Identity Card
12Driving LicenseDriving License
13Certificate of identity signed by Member of Parliament or Member of Legislative Assembly or Municipal Councillor or a Gazetted Officer is required to file the same in prescribed format only.Certificate of address signed by Member of Parliament or Member of Legislative Assembly or Municipal Councillor or a Gazetted Officer is required to file the same in prescribed format only.
Note :-Note :-
1. In case of Minor, any of the above mentioned documents as proof of identity and address of any of parents/guardians of such minor shall be deemed to be the proof of identity and address for the minor applicant.

2.For HUF, an affidavit made by the Karta of Hindu Undivided Family stating name, father.s name and address of all the coparceners on the date of application and copy of any of the above documents in the name of Karta of HUF is required.
1. Proof of Address is required for residence address mentioned in item no. 7.

2. In case of an Indian citizen residing outside India, copy of Bank Account Statement in country of residence or copy of Non-resident External (NRE) bank account statements.
Other than Individuals and HUF (Indian companies/Entities incorporated in India/Unincorporated entities formed in India)


Requirement for Proof of Changes:
The applicant shall be required to provide further documentary proof to support request for correction or change in PAN data like name, father's name, date of birth, for example:
  • Request for change (marginal correction like spelling correction, expansion of initials, etc.,) in applicant's or father's name will have to be supported with suitable proof of identity containing corrected data.
  • Request for change (significant change) in applicant's or father's name will have to be supported with such proof that will contain proof of change of name from the old to the new in addition to the proof of identity. The documents that shall be accepted as proof in this case are:
  • For married ladies - change of name on account of marriage - marriage certificate, marriage invitation card, publication of 'name-change' in gazette, copy of passport showing husband's name (or vice versa).
  • For individual applicants other than married ladies - publication of `name-change' in gazette.
  • For companies - ROC's certificate for name change.
  • For partnership firms - revised Partnership Deed
  • For other categories which are registered organisations (AOP/Trust/BOI/AJP, etc.) - the revised registration/deed/agreement.
  • For Limited Liability Partnership - Registrar of LLPs certificate for name change
  • Request for correction of date of birth (for individuals) and date of incorporation (non-individuals) will have to be supported with documents issued by competent authority containing the correct date.
  • The address for communication in the ITD database will be updated with the address for communication mentioned in the application, even if change in address for communication is not requested in the application.
Contact Info for Pan
For more information - Call PAN/TDS Call Centre at 020 - 27218080
- Fax: 020-27218081
- e-mail at: tininfo@nsdl.co.in
- SMS NSDLPAN <space> Acknowledgement No. & send to 57575 to obtain application status.
- Write to: INCOME TAX PAN SERVICES UNIT (Managed by NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited), 5th floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune - 411016
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