Great news for PAN card holders! If your PAN card is inactive, lost, or damaged, there’s no need to stress. You can easily reactivate it from the comfort of your home by following a few simple steps. Additionally, if your card is lost or damaged, you can reprint or renew it. Having an active PAN card is essential for banking transactions, filing income tax returns, and handling various financial activities.
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a ten-digit identifier issued by the Income Tax Department. It includes your name, which must be accurate, and is crucial for banking, tax filing, and other financial dealings. The PAN card itself displays your PAN, along with your name, date of birth, and either your father’s or spouse’s name, plus a photo.
To check if your PAN card is active or inactive, follow these steps:
First, visit the Income Tax Department’s portal at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/.
Next, navigate to the Quick Links section and click on “Verify PAN Status.”
When the new page loads, input your PAN number, name, date of birth, and the mobile number linked to your PAN, then click on Continue.
You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number; enter it and click on Validate.
If your PAN is active, a message with a green tick will appear, confirming that your PAN is active and the details are correct. If it’s inactive, the message will indicate ‘Inactive,’ and you can review all the details there.
To activate a deactivated PAN card, you need to submit an application to the Income Tax Department, specifically to the Assessing Officer (AO) in your area. You’ll also need to complete an indemnity bond, assuring the department that your PAN card will not be misused. If you have filed Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the three years prior to your PAN card becoming inactive, you must include those documents as well. This includes a copy of the PAN used for filing, the indemnity bond, and copies of the ITRs from the last three years associated with the deactivated PAN. Once the AO reviews your application and confirms everything is in order, your PAN card should be activated within 15 to 30 days.
To reprint your PAN card, start by visiting the official Income Tax website. Look for the ‘Reprint PAN Card’ or ‘Request for New PAN Card’ option on the homepage. Choose your citizenship and proceed with the application. Fill in your PAN number, full name, date of birth, and contact information. Double-check the details you’ve entered and upload the necessary documents. There will be a fee for the reprint or renewal of your PAN card. After completing the payment, your application will be submitted, and you’ll receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your PAN card online.
Required Documents:
– Identity proof: Aadhar card, passport, or driving license.
– Address proof: Electricity bill, bank statement, or ration card.
– Birth proof: Birth certificate or 10th-grade certificate.
