Permanent Account Number (PAN) Services
Apply for a new PAN, correct or update PAN details, request PAN reprint, access e-PAN facilities and understand important PAN requirements for individuals, businesses and eligible entities.
What is Permanent Account Number?
PAN is a ten-digit alphanumeric number issued by the Income Tax Department to identify a taxpayer or PAN holder for tax and specified financial purposes.
PAN is used for income-tax records and for various prescribed financial and compliance transactions. A PAN generally remains associated with the holder throughout the applicable period and existing PAN numbers remain valid under the revised 2026 framework.
Important PAN Information
10 Characters
PAN is a ten-digit alphanumeric identifier.
Income Tax Department
PAN is issued under the Income Tax framework.
Revised Forms
New PAN applications use the revised 2026 forms.
e-PAN
Eligible applicants can receive PAN electronically.
Who May Need PAN?
PAN requirements depend on the applicant category and applicable tax and financial provisions.
Individuals
Individuals may require PAN for income-tax, financial transactions and other prescribed purposes.
- Income-tax related requirements
- Specified financial transactions
- Banking and investment activities
- Taxpayer identification
- Other prescribed purposes
Businesses & Entities
Businesses and other eligible entities may require PAN for taxation, banking and compliance activities.
- Partnership firms
- LLPs
- Companies
- Trusts and associations
- Other eligible entities
PAN Services Available
Understand the major PAN-related services available through authorised channels.
New PAN Application
Apply for allotment of a new PAN when the applicant has not previously been allotted a PAN.
PAN Correction
Request correction or update of eligible information in existing PAN records.
PAN Reprint
Request a new physical PAN card bearing the existing PAN details where applicable.
e-PAN
Access electronic PAN facilities through authorised Income Tax services.
PAN Verification
Verify PAN details and check whether a PAN is active through the official service.
PAN-Aadhaar
Access applicable PAN-Aadhaar linkage and related verification services.
Documents & Information Required
Supporting requirements depend on the applicant category and selected PAN service.
Identity Proof
Prescribed proof of identity where applicable.
Address Proof
Prescribed proof of address where required.
Date of Birth
Applicable date-of-birth supporting document.
Photograph
Where required by the application method.
Signature
Applicant or authorised signatory verification.
Entity Documents
Incorporation or registration documents where applicable.
Mobile Number
Required for applicable verification processes.
Email ID
Used for communication where applicable.
How to Apply for PAN?
The exact verification method depends on the applicant and selected application route.
Select Service
Select new PAN, correction, reprint or another applicable PAN service.
Enter Details
Provide the required applicant and communication information.
Complete KYC
Complete the applicable e-KYC, e-Sign, DSC or document verification process.
Submit Application
Submit the application and pay the applicable charges shown by the portal.
Track PAN
Use the acknowledgement or reference number to track the application.
Revised PAN Application Forms
New PAN applications filed from 1 April 2026 use the revised forms prescribed under the Income-tax Rules, 2026.
| Form | Purpose | Applicant |
|---|---|---|
| Form 93 | New PAN Application | Individual – Indian Citizen |
| Form 94 | New PAN Application | Non-Individual Indian Entity |
| Form 95 | New PAN Application | Individual – Not an Indian Citizen |
| Form 96 | New PAN Application | Non-Individual Foreign Entity |
| Form 134 / 135 | Other prescribed PAN applications | As applicable under 2026 rules |
PAN-Aadhaar Related Services
Use the official Income Tax e-Filing portal for applicable PAN-Aadhaar services.
Link Aadhaar
Access the official Income Tax e-Filing portal for applicable PAN-Aadhaar linkage facilities.
Verify PAN
Check PAN details and whether the PAN is active through the official Verify PAN service.
Instant e-PAN
Eligible individuals without an existing PAN can use the official Instant e-PAN facility.
PAN Official Websites
Use the Income Tax Department, UTIITSL and Protean authorised PAN service portals.
PAN FAQs
Need PAN Registration or Correction?
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