Introduction

NSDL dispenses PAN services through a chain of TIN-Facilitation Centres (TIN-FCs) and PAN centres established by NSDL across the country. Applications can also be made over internet through an online facility.

Types of PAN applications

There are two types of applications:

1) Application for allotment of PAN (Form 49 A)
This application should be used when the applicant has never applied for a PAN or does not have PAN allotted to him. Applicant may visit ITD’s website www.incometaxindia.gov.in to find whether a PAN has been allotted to him or not.

2) 'Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN data'
This application should be used when PAN has been allotted already to applicant but a new PAN card is required or when data associated with the PAN (e.g. name of applicant / date of birth / address) is required to be updated in records of ITD.

It is required that any change in the information provided to ITD at the time of making application for allotment of PAN, should be intimated to ITD by way of filing a 'Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN data'. A new PAN card bearing the same PAN but updated information is issued to applicant in such case.

How to apply

Applicants should go through the instructions and guidelines provided in the application form before filling the form. Applicant should submit the duly filled and signed form to any TIN-FC or PAN centre. Alternatively, applicants can submit an online application.

Applicant should ensure that the necessary supporting documents are submitted alongwith the application. Details of the documents required are provided in the application form. More useful information on PAN is also available under section FAQ.

New guidelines for PAN applications by non residents – New PAN application

New guidelines for PAN applications by non residents – Change request

Communication

NSDL forwards the application details to ITD after digitization of the form submitted.

In case of application for allotment of PAN (Form 49A), a new PAN is allotted by ITD. NSDL prints the PAN card after allotment of PAN by ITD and dispatches the same along with an allotment letter to the respective applicant.

In case of 'Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN data' the application request is forwarded to ITD for update of the database and after confirmation from ITD, a new PAN card is printed and dispatched to the applicant.

All the communications are sent at the address mentioned as 'address for communication' in the form.

Applicants, specifying valid e-mail ID in the application, are informed about the new PAN through e-mail in addition to the PAN allotment letter. Applicants are advised to mention their telephone number (preferably a mobile number) in the application. This ensures faster communication in case of any discrepancy in the application.

Where to get the application forms

Applicants may obtain these application forms from TIN-FCs, PAN centres, any other vendors providing such forms or can freely download the same from this website. If applicants obtain these forms from TIN-FC or PAN centre, they may be charged a maximum of Rs. 5 per form.

Status track

All applicants may track the status of their application using 15 digit unique Acknowledgment Number after three days of application using the status track facility. Alternatively, applicant may call TIN Call Centre on 022 – 24994650 to enquire about the status of application. The status of the PAN application can also be tracked by sending an SMS - PAN <your 15 digit acknowledgement number> to 53030.

Fee

The fee for processing of PAN application and ‘Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN data’ is Rs. 60 (plus applicable taxes).

How soon a PAN card is dispatched

Normally 15 days are required to process the application, provided application is found to be in order.