Income Tax dept. has started the online application process to generate Instant e PAN Card at incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in. You can download an e-PAN card from the NSDL or the UTIITSL website. People can apply online for Instant e-PAN using Aadhar Card absolutely free of cost in just 10 minutes.
The Income Tax Department offers an Instant e-PAN service, allowing individuals with a valid Aadhaar number (with updated Mobile number) can avail the e-PAN allotment facility. In this article, you’ll find details about eligibility criteria, how to apply for an e-PAN, and how to check the status.
What is e-PAN Card?
An ePAN card is a digitally issued version of the traditional PAN card, issued by the Income Tax Department. Instant e PAN Card allotment in near to real time is available free of cost for limited period. ePAN card can be easily stored on digital platforms and ensures quick verification of tax-related transactions.
Instant PAN card allotment follows an easy and paperless process and holds same value as physical PAN Card. To get instant e-PAN card, all you need is your aadhaar card & linked mobile number.
Who Can Apply For An e-PAN Card Online?
To apply for an e-PAN card, you must fulfil the following criteria:
- You must be an Indian resident
- You must not already hold a PAN
- You must have an Aadhaar card
- You must have an active mobile phone number linked with your Aadhaar
- Your Aadhaar must have your updated and correct details
Eligibility for Instant e-PAN Card
The following are the core requirements for getting an instant PAN through Aadhaar-based e-KYC:
- A PAN Card is never allotted to you.
- You should not be a minor at the time of application.
- You need a valid Aadhaar card with a linked mobile number.
- Your full date of birth (DD/MM/YY) should be present on your Aadhaar card.
- You should not fall under the category of Representative Assessee as per section 160 of the Income Tax Act.
How to Apply For Instant e-PAN Card With Aadhaar?
Applicants can apply for e-PAN card on the NSDL or the UTIITSL website. They can apply for an instant e-PAN card on the Income Tax website. Here is the brief process to apply for e-PAN card on the NSDL or UTIITSL website:
- Visit the NSDL or UTIITSL website.
- Select the option to not receive the physical PAN card or ‘e-PAN card’ on the PAN card application.
- Enter the required details on the PAN application, upload the documents and submit the form.
- Pay the required fees and get the acknowledgement number.
- The e-PAN card will be sent to the applicants’ email.
Verify your PAN Card Number
STEP 1: Go to official website at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal
STEP 2: Click at “Verify your PAN” option under “Quick Links” section.
STEP 3: Enter PAN card number, full name, date of birth, mobile number, and click “Continue“.
STEP 4: Validate OTP and PAN verification details will open.
Applicants can verify their PAN card details using one time password (OTP) on their registered mobile phone number. The e-PAN card is a secure and valid digital alternative to the traditional PAN card.
Conclusion
The Income Tax Department has introduced PAN 2.0 to revolutionise the issuance and management of Permanent Account Numbers (PAN). PAN 2.0 is a fully digital, streamlined PAN system aligned with the vision of Digital India.
FAQs
How to download my old PAN card?
You can download your old PAN Card by availing the facility of duplicate PAN Card download through ‘Reprint PAN Card’ option.
Is there any PAN card download app?
No, there is no PAN card download app.
Is there an expiry date of e-PAN card?
No, the e-PAN does not expire. The digital version of PAN is valid for your whole lifetime.
Is ePAN card a legal document?
ePAN card is just as legitimate and valid as a regular PAN card.
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