PAN Card Services

We provide assistance with the following services:

1. New PAN Card Application – Assistance for first-time PAN applicants.
2. PAN Card Correction – Name, date of birth, parent's name, and other eligible corrections.
3. PAN Card Reprint – Assistance in requesting a replacement physical card with the existing PAN number.
4. Instant e-PAN Application – Guidance for eligible individuals using Aadhaar.
5. e-PAN Download – Assistance in obtaining an electronic PAN document.
6. PAN Card Status Tracking – Checking application and dispatch status.
7. Aadhaar-PAN Linking – Assistance with linking and checking linkage status.
8. Minor PAN Card Application – PAN application assistance for applicants below 18 years.
9. Business PAN Application – PAN assistance for firms, companies, LLPs, trusts, and other eligible entities.
10. PAN Address Update – Assistance with eligible communication address updates.
11. Lost or Damaged PAN Card – Assistance with reprint or correction requests.
12. PAN Verification Guidance – Assistance in accessing official PAN verification facilities.

PAN stands for Permanent Account Number.

It is a unique ten-character alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department, Government of India.

PAN is commonly used for:

• Income tax returns
• Banking and financial transactions
• Business and GST-related requirements
• Investments and securities transactions
• Property transactions where PAN reporting is required
• Other transactions specified under income tax rules

A PAN remains associated with the holder throughout their lifetime. A person should not apply for another PAN if one has already been allotted.

PAN applications may be submitted by:

• Indian citizens
• Minors through an eligible parent or representative
• Non-Resident Indians
• Eligible foreign citizens
• Sole proprietors applying in their individual capacity
• Partnership firms
• Limited Liability Partnerships
• Private and public limited companies
• Trusts and societies
• Other eligible legal entities

Applicants must use the appropriate form for their category and provide the required supporting documents.

A. Proof of Identity

Depending on the application category and current document rules, accepted documents may include:

• Aadhaar Card
• Passport
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence
• Other officially accepted identity documents

B. Proof of Address

Accepted documents may include:

• Aadhaar Card
• Passport
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence
• Recent electricity bill
• Recent bank statement
• Other accepted residential address documents

C. Proof of Date of Birth

Accepted documents may include:

• Birth Certificate
• Passport
• Matriculation or recognised school certificate
• Driving Licence
• Other accepted date-of-birth documents

D. Additional Information

• Applicant's full name
• Father's or mother's name, as applicable
• Date of birth
• Mobile number
• Email address
• Residential and communication address
• Photograph and signature, where required
• Aadhaar information, subject to applicable rules

Important: Applicants generally need an accepted document for each required proof category, not every document listed above.

From 1 April 2026, revised PAN application forms apply.

Form| Applicant Category

Form 93| Individual applicants who are Indian citizens

Form 94| Non-individual Indian entities

Form 95| Individual foreign citizens

Form 96| Non-individual foreign entities

Form CR-01| PAN correction for individuals

Form CR-02| PAN correction for non-individual entities

Applicants should use the current forms available through authorised PAN service providers.

PAN corrections may include changes to:

• Applicant's name
• Date of birth
• Father's or mother's name
• Photograph
• Signature
• Communication address
• Other eligible PAN database particulars

Required Documents:

• Existing PAN number
• Identity proof
• Address proof, where required
• Date-of-birth proof, where required
• Supporting document for the requested correction
• Marriage certificate or other accepted name-change evidence, where applicable
• Photograph and signature, where required

A separate correction application must be submitted through an authorised PAN service provider.

If your PAN card is lost, damaged, or unavailable, you may request a reprint of your existing PAN card.

Required Information:

• Existing PAN number
• Date of birth or incorporation
• Aadhaar information, where applicable
• Registered contact details
• OTP or other verification, as required

If PAN details need correction, a correction application may be necessary instead of a simple reprint.

Important: Do not apply for a second PAN number to replace a lost card.

The Income Tax Department provides a free Instant e-PAN facility for eligible individual applicants.

Eligibility

The applicant must generally:

• Be an individual who has not already been allotted a PAN
• Have a valid Aadhaar number
• Have an active mobile number linked to Aadhaar
• Be an adult
• Meet the other eligibility conditions of the Instant e-PAN facility

Required Information

• Aadhaar number
• Aadhaar-linked mobile number
• OTP verification
• Access to DigiLocker, where required

Government Fee: FREE

Instant e-PAN is an official free government service. It does not automatically provide a physical PAN card.

A PAN application can be made for a minor through an eligible parent, guardian, or representative.

Required Documents:

• Minor's identity and date-of-birth proof, as prescribed
• Minor's Aadhaar details, where applicable
• Parent's or representative's identity proof
• Parent's or representative's address proof
• Parent or representative details
• Supporting guardianship documents, where required

The representative must complete the application according to the current PAN rules.

PAN services are available for eligible business and non-individual entities.

Partnership Firm

Commonly required documents include:

• Partnership Deed or accepted firm registration document
• Firm name and registered address
• Date of formation
• Partner or authorised representative details
• Additional supporting documents prescribed for the entity

Company / LLP

Commonly required documents include:

• Certificate of Incorporation or registration
• Registered office details
• Authorised signatory details
• Applicable company or LLP identification information
• Other prescribed supporting documents

Trust / Society

Commonly required documents include:

• Trust Deed or Society Registration Certificate, as applicable
• Registered address details
• Authorised trustee or representative information
• Additional prescribed entity documents

Some companies and LLPs obtain PAN through the integrated incorporation process rather than a separate application.

Eligible PAN holders may be required to link PAN with Aadhaar under applicable income tax provisions.

Required Information:

• PAN number
• Aadhaar number
• Mobile number for verification
• Applicable fee payment details, if required

Application Process:

1. Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.
2. Select the Link Aadhaar service.
3. Enter PAN and Aadhaar details.
4. Complete applicable payment and verification requirements.
5. Submit the request.
6. Check Aadhaar-PAN linking status.

Exemptions and special rules may apply to certain individuals.

Samrudhi Seva Kendra assistance charges, if any, must be disclosed separately from official fees.

Processing time depends on:

• Application type
• Accuracy of submitted information
• Document verification
• Aadhaar authentication
• Application discrepancies
• Service provider processing
• Physical card dispatch and delivery

No private service centre can guarantee PAN allotment or delivery within a specific number of days.

Q1. Can I apply for a PAN card online?

Yes. PAN applications can be submitted through authorised service provider portals.

Q2. Is PAN mandatory for everyone?

PAN is mandatory for certain persons and financial transactions under applicable tax rules. Other eligible persons may also apply voluntarily.

Q3. Can a minor obtain a PAN card?

Yes. A minor can apply through an eligible representative with the prescribed documentation.

Q5. Can I correct my name on my PAN card?

Yes. You can submit a PAN correction request with accepted supporting documents.

Q6. What if my PAN card is lost?

You can request a reprint or download an eligible e-PAN using your existing PAN details.

Q7. Can I have two PAN cards?

A person should not hold more than one PAN number. A replacement card containing the same PAN is different from obtaining another PAN.

Q8. Can I apply for a physical card after receiving Instant e-PAN?

Yes. Eligible holders can request a physical PAN card through the appropriate authorised service.

Q9. Does PAN expire?

PAN generally remains valid for the lifetime of the holder, subject to applicable legal provisions and compliance requirements.

Q10. Can Samrudhi Seva Kendra issue PAN cards?

No. PAN is allotted by the Income Tax Department. Samrudhi Seva Kendra provides independent application and documentation assistance.

1. Contact Samrudhi Seva Kendra

Need Assistance With Your PAN Card Application?

Get guidance with new PAN applications, corrections, reprints, e-PAN downloads, document preparation, and application status tracking.

SAMRUDHI SEVA KENDRA

E-Governance & Digital Services

Phone / WhatsApp: +91 9916444424

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Website: samrudhisevakendra.com

Contact Us Today for PAN Card Application Assistance.

Samrudhi Seva Kendra is an independent private digital services assistance centre. It is not the Income Tax Department, Protean eGov, UTIITSL, or a government office.

The Income Tax Department has appointed Protean eGov and UTIITSL as authorised entities for receiving and processing PAN applications and related services.

Samrudhi Seva Kendra provides independent guidance and documentation assistance and does not claim to allot PAN numbers, issue PAN cards, or act as an authorised PAN processing agency without the required authorisation.

All applications, verification, approvals, and issuance are subject to the rules and decisions of the relevant authorities.

Government charges and any private assistance charges are separate. Applicants should verify current requirements through the official websites.

Personal identity documents and sensitive information should be collected only when necessary, with appropriate consent and secure handling.