Nowadays, almost everyone is aware of the PAN card. It is essential to open a bank account, and the government has issued instructions for updating PAN cards.
To enhance services, it has been clarified that individuals should obtain a PAN card with a QR code. But how can you apply for a new PAN card? Let’s explore how you can get an e-PAN card for free via email.
The Modi government has announced the PAN 2.0 project, which is related to the Income Tax Department and aligns with the flagship program Digital India.
Information and Branding Minister Ashwani Vaishnav has urged citizens to obtain a new PAN card featuring the QR code as soon as possible.
This PAN 2.0 governance project upgrades the existing PAN TAN 1.0 ecosystem, integrating core and non-core PAN and TAN activities and PAN identification services.
You can receive the new QR code PAN card to your email for free. There is no charge for this, while a fee is applicable for requesting a physical PAN card.
Here’s how to apply for a new PAN card. We will provide step-by-step instructions on obtaining an e-PAN card via email.
As mentioned, there is no fee for acquiring an e-PAN card through email. However, those requesting a physical PAN must pay a fixed fee of ₹50 for domestic delivery.
For delivery outside India, the charge is ₹15 plus Indian postal charges. Taxpayers and individuals can currently receive their PAN cards in their email, even though the PAN 2.0 project is yet to be launched.
If your email address is not registered in the Income Tax database, you can update it for free under the PAN 2.0 project.
Steps to obtain a PAN card from the NSDL website:
- Open this link: https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/requestAndDownloadEPAN.html.
- Enter your details, such as your PAN, Aadhaar number (for individuals only), and date of birth.
- Select the tick boxes after entering the required information and click the “Submit” button.
- A new webpage will open. You must verify your current details as updated with the Income Tax Department. You will be prompted to choose an option to receive a One-Time Password (OTP).
- Enter and confirm the OTP. Please note that the OTP is valid for only 10 minutes.
- Choose your payment method and accept the terms and conditions by selecting the tick box.
- Make the payment and click on “Confirm Payment.”
- After completing the payment, click on “Continue.”
- The PAN will be delivered to the email address registered in the Income Tax database after a successful payment.
It may take up to 30 minutes to receive the PAN at your registered email ID. If you do not receive it within this timeframe, you can email tininfo@proteantech.in with your payment details. Alternatively, taxpayers can contact customer support using the numbers on the website.