Big news for PAN Card holder’s. The Income Tax Department has rolled out PAN 2.0 to help stop the misuse of PAN cards. With this new initiative, you can get a fresh PAN card that comes with a QR code. The e-PAN is free, but if you want a physical PAN card, there’s a fee of Rs 50. Let’s dive into how you can apply online for a new PAN card and what documents you’ll need.
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How to apply for e-PAN through NSDL:
1. Head over to the NSDL e-PAN portal at https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/requestAndDownloadEPAN.html.
2. Fill in your PAN, Aadhaar card details (if you’re an individual), and your date of birth.
3. Double-check your info and pick how you want to receive a one-time password (OTP).
4. Enter the OTP within 10 minutes to keep going.
5. You can request this service for free up to three times within 30 days of getting your PAN. After that, it’ll cost you Rs 8.26, including GST.
6. Once your payment is successful, your e-PAN will be sent to your registered email within 30 minutes.
7. If you don’t see the PAN in your inbox, reach out to us at tininfo@proteantech.in with your payment details. For quick help, you can also call our customer care at 020 27218080 or 020 27218081.
Updating Your PAN Card
If you already have a PAN, you can update or correct details like your email, mobile number, address, name, and date of birth without any extra charges. Until the PAN 2.0 project is fully launched, you can use the online service to update your email, mobile number, and address for free by visiting the provided URL.
https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/endUserAddressUpdate.html
https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/PAN_ONLINE/homeaddresschange
If you need to update or correct your PAN details, you can follow the existing process by either visiting a physical center or applying online for a fee.
Here are the documents you’ll need to apply:
– Proof of Identity: Aadhaar, Passport, Driving License, or Voter ID.
– Proof of Address: Bank statement, rental agreement, or utility bill.
– Proof of Date of Birth: Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate, or Passport.