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PAN Card Correction
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is not only crucial for tax filing but also serves as a vital government identity proof. Any inaccuracies on the PAN card can result in future complications. To prevent issues, it is advisable to promptly make the necessary corrections to the PAN card.
Two formats in which PAN card correction form can be downloaded:
Click here Download PAN Card Correction Form in PDF Format
Click here Download PAN Card Correction Form in Excel Format
An individual should make sure to fill all the required columns in the form and avoid ticking in box located on the left margin of the form.
| Process to Apply for PAN Card correction via Online | Process to apply for PAN correction Offline | Process to check the PAN Card correction Status |
|---|---|---|
| Visit NSDL or the UTIITSL portal.Fill in the PAN Change Request Form online.Always make sure that you give your PAN number correctly as an incorrect number will delay your change request.Make sure you select the checkbox next to the parameters that you wish to change.For example, if you are changing your name spelling, enter the correct spelling, and select the checkbox on the left margin. If you do not select the checkbox, the change will not be made.Check all your details and submit the form.Once your PAN corrections have been confirmed, a 15-digit acknowledgment number will be allotted to you. Keep this number in handy, since you will require it for further communication or to track your application status.Make the payment, take a printout of the acknowledgment, attach the required documents, and send it to, Income Tax PAN Services Unit (Managed by NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited). 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune 411 016.If you are submitting the document on the UTIITSL website, you will have to send the required documents to any one of the UTIITSL offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi, or Chennai.Note:This last step is not required if you have digitally signed and uploaded documents. | Visit NSDL or UTIITSL portal.Download and take a printout of the PAN Correction form.Fill it and submit it to your nearest NSDL or UTIITSL Centre.Also, send along the required documents.While filling in the details, remember to tick the box on the left margin for details that you would like changed on your PAN card. | You can check the status of PAN Card correction post correction being submitted with the acknowledgment number.Navigate to the website and select ‘Track PAN Card’.Once the window opens then enter the ‘Tracking number’ Tracking number means Acknowledgement number in case of NSDL. Application number in case of UTIITSL.Hit the button ‘Submit’ and track the status of PAN Card correction. |
Required documents for PAN Card correction for Individual and HUFs
Copy of
| IDENTITY PROOF | ADDRESS PROOF | DATE OF BIRTH PROOF |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar cardVoter IDDriving licensePassportRation card with the applicant’s photoArm’s licenseAny photo identity card issued by the central government, state government, or a public sector undertakingPensioner’s card which has a photo of the applicantCentral Government health service card or Ex-servicemen contributory health scheme card along with the photograph. | Aadhaar cardVoter IDDriving licensePassport or spouse’s passportPost office passbook with the applicant’s addressLatest property tax assessment orderAllotment letter of accommodation not more than three years old (issued by the state or central government)Central government issued domicile certificateProperty registration documentElectricity bill, landline bill, broadband connection, water bill, piped gas bill (not more than 3 months old)Bank account statement, credit card statement (not more than 3 months old)Gas connection card (not more than 3 months old) | Aadhaar cardVoter IDDriving licensePassportMark sheet or m articulation certificate from a recognised boardBirth certificateAny photo identity card issued by the central government, state government, or a public sector undertakingCentral government issued domicile certificateCentral government health service scheme card/ex-servicemen contributory health scheme card (with photo)Pension payment orderAffidavit sworn before a magistrateMarriage certificate issued by Registrar of Marriages |
Original of
| IDENTITY PROOF | ADDRESS PROOF | DATE OF BIRTH PROOF |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of identity signed by an MP, MLA, MLC, or a gazetted officerBank certificate on the bank’s official letterhead with the name and stamp of the issuing officer (must also contain an attested photograph and bank account details) | Certificates of address signed by an MP, MLA, MLC, or a gazetted officerEmployer certificate | |
| FOR HUF | ||
| An affidavit made by the Karta which provide information related to address and Father’s name of members on the date of application. | ||
Documents required for PAN correction for Foreign Citizens
Copy of
| IDENTITY PROOF | ADDRESS PROOF |
|---|---|
| Passport | Passport |
| Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card | Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card |
| Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card | Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card |
| Citizenship identification number of the applicant (if they are a citizen of another country) | Citizenship identification number of the applicant (if they are a citizen of another country) |
| Taxpayer identification number attested by Apostille, the Indian Embassy, the Indian High Commission, the Indian Consulate, or authorised officials of scheduled banks registered in India which have branches overseas | Taxpayer identification number attested by Apostille, the Indian Embassy, the Indian High Commission, the Indian Consulate, or authorised officials of scheduled banks registered in India which have branches overseas |
| Bank account statement (in the country of residence) | |
| NRE bank account statement in India | |
| Certificate of Residence in India | |
| Registration certificate issued by the Foreigner’s Registration Office (must show an Indian address) | |
| Visa, appointment letter from an Indian company, and original certificate of Indian address issued by the employee. |
Requirement of Indian Companies for updating the PAN Details:
| Type of Company | Documents (Copy of) |
|---|---|
| Company | Certificate of Registration |
| Partnership | Certificate of Registration or Partnership deed |
| Limited Liability Partnership | Certificate of registration issued by the Registrar of LLPs |
| Association of Persons (Trust) | Trust deed, certificate of registration number issued by Charity Commissioner |
| Artificial Juridical Person, Body of Individuals, Local Authority, or Association of Persons | Agreement copy, certificate of registration number issued by Charity Commissioner registration of cooperative society, or any other document provided by a central or state government department |
Companies with a Registered office outside India
| Identity Proof | Address Proof/th> |
|---|---|
| Taxpayer identification number attested by Apostille, the Indian Embassy, the Indian High Commission, the Indian Consulate, or authorised officials of scheduled banks registered in India which have branches overseas | Taxpayer identification number attested by Apostille, the Indian Embassy, the Indian High Commission, the Indian Consulate, or authorised officials of scheduled banks registered in India which have branches overseas |
| Registration certificate issued in India or approval granted by Indian authorities to set up an office in India | Registration certificate issued in India or approval granted by Indian authorities to set up an office in India |
Documents supported for making changes in PAN
| Application Type | Document applicable for change in name |
|---|---|
| Married ladies (Change name or account of marriage) | Marriage certificateMarriage invitationPassport showing husband’s namePublication of changed name in an official Gazette.Certificate issued by Gazetted officer. |
| Applicants (other than married ladies) | Publication of name in the Official GazetteCertificate issued by Gazetted officer |
| Companies | ROC’s certificate for the name changeRevised Partnership deed |
| Firms, Limited Liability and Partnerships | Registrar of Firm or LLP’s certificate for name change |
| AOP/ Trust/Local Authority /AJP | Revised agreement deedRevised registration certificate. |
Things to keep in mind at the time of making modifications on your PAN Card
- Never make use of the abbreviations in the first and last names.
- Non- individuals which include (Companies and Partnerships) should always write their full names.
- If there is no space left in the first row, you can continue the name of the Corporation in the second row also.
- Be ensured that not to make use of abbreviations in the company’s name.
- If an individual’s PAN Card has an incorrect or unclear photograph or signature, then in that case individual needs to do the submission of the original PAN card after you submit the acknowledgment form.
What is the processing fee for making corrections in PAN Card?
- Fee for correcting a PAN Card is Rs 96(85 Plus taxes)
- This fee can be made via cheque or demand draft or by using a Credit card or Master card.
- If you are planning to make payment via demand draft, it should be payable at Mumbai along with acknowledgment number and name written on the backside of your cheque or demand draft.
