PAN Card Application - Complete Details

Online Application Process of PAN Card

Here are the steps which need to be followed to apply for the PAN Card:

Step 1 - In order to apply for a PAN Card Application, you will have to visit the website of Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL) where you can fill in the information which needs to be submitted.

Step 2 - Click on the option 'Apply Online' on the top left corner since you are a new applicant.

• In the drop-down, you can select one from the five options which are:
• New PAN - Form No. 93 (Indian Citizen)
• New PAN - Form No. 95 (Foreign Citizen)
• Changes or Correction in existing PAN Data/Reprint of PAN Card (No changes in existing PAN Data).

Step  3 - Once done, you will need to select the 'Category'. The category list includes options such as individual, company, association of persons, Hindu Undivided Family, Trust, Limited Liability Partnership, local authority, etc.

Step  4 - After choosing any one of the following options, you will need to fill in your details.

The information must be provided for these sections:

• Last name
• First name
• Middle name
• Date of Birth
• Email ID
• Phone number

Step  5 - After providing the required information, you will have to re-type a captcha code and then click on 'Submit'.

Step  6 - After submitting, the website provides you with a 15-digit acknowledgment number and the page must be printed.

You can track the status of your PAN Card application on the Protean website using this 15-digit acknowledgment number, three days after you apply.

Offline Application Process of PAN Card

Here are the steps to follow in order to apply for a PAN Card through offline methods:

Step  1 - You will need to download the Form 93 from the official website of Income Tax Department of India or you can visit any of the Income Tax PAN service centre which is managed by UTIITSL.

Step  2 - Fill up the form with all the sections in the 5 pages.

Step  3 - Once done, you will have to send a demand draft of Rs.107 including tax along with the application form.

Step  4 - If the PAN application needs to be sent outside India, an additional amount of Rs.910 must be paid.

Step  5 -The form must be sent along with a copy of your ID proof and address proof to - Income Tax PAN Services Unit, Protean eGov Technologies Limited, 4th Floor, Sapphire Chambers, Baner Road, Baner, Pune - 411045.

What is PAN Card Re-Application Process in Case of Loss?

In case you have lost your PAN Card, you can apply for a reissue of your card by visiting the Protean eGov Technologies Limited website. From the main page, you can select the option of 'Reprint of PAN Card'. This can be opted if you already have a PAN Card and number issued to you but have misplaced/lost the original copy of it.

To apply for the same, here are the steps which you need to take:

Step  1 - Visit the website of Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL).

Step  2 -Click on the 'Apply Now' option under the option of 'Reprint of PAN Card'.

Step  3 - You can either choose the 'New Application' or the 'Resume Application (With Token Number)' option if you have already started an application with

Step  4 - If you are resuming an application, you need to enter your token number along with your e-mail ID, date of birth and the captcha code and click on 'submit'.

Step  5 -Under the 'New Application' option, you will need to add your details such as first name, surname, application type and category along with your phone number, date of birth and e-mail ID.

Step  6 - Once done, add the captcha code and click on 'submit'.

Step  7 - A token number will be presented to you which must be kept for future references.

Step  8 - You can then apply for the reprint of your PAN Card online from the same page by entering the required details.

Step  9 - Your PAN Card can either be sent to your e-mail ID provided or a physical card will be sent to your address through post depending on what you choose.

Application for New PAN Card for Indian and Foreign Citizens

In order to apply for a new PAN Card for Indian citizens, foreign citizens and for the reprint of existing PAN Card, you can visit the official website of Protean (formerly NSDL) and fill up the PAN form.

Who Can Apply for a PAN Card?

Application of PAN Card or a request for any kind of correction on PAN Card can be done by any individual, trusts, corporate companies, organisations, local authorities, minors, senior citizens as well as governments.

Every tax-payer in the country needs to have a PAN Card in order to make any financial transactions such as receiving a salary which is under the tax bracket, buying or investing in mutual funds. With your PAN Card, all financial transactions are tracked and kept account of by the Income Tax Department.

Documents Required for New PAN Card Application

The documents which will be required for the application of PAN Card in either of these categories should verify your identity, date of birth and address.

The application forms for all these categories can be found on the official website of Protean (formerly NSDL) and UTIITSL.

The following documents are required for the application:

• Aadhar Card
• Passport
• Passport size photographs

Aadhaar is accepted as proof of identity and proof of address for a new PAN Card application, but it is no longer accepted as proof of date of birth, so you will need a separate document for your date of birth.

Fees and Charges for PAN Card Application

The fees and charges applied vary on the type of application which is filed with the Income Tax Department of India. For example, for application of a new PAN Card, Rs.107 is the fee which needs to be paid by demand draft, credit card, debit card or net banking when applied online. This is for an Indian citizen.

Depending on your type of application for the card, if you are an Indian or a foreign citizen or if you have applied for changes to be made, the fees charged vary. A postal fee is also charged if you choose the option of card delivery to your address.

Summary

You can submit a PAN Card application online or offline through Protean (formerly NSDL) or UTIITSL, using Form 93, 94, 95 or 96 depending on whether you are an Indian or foreign individual or entity. Keep proof of your identity, address and date of birth ready, make sure your details match them, and pay the fee that applies to your dispatch address. If you have lost your PAN Card, apply for a reprint instead of making a new PAN Card application.