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 central government has recently modernized the PAN card. The primary objective of the PAN 2.0 project is to enhance services and implement technological improvements for taxpayers. The new PAN cards are specially designed with a QR code for added functionality.
This project is related to the Income Tax Department and aligns with the flagship program Digital India. Central Govt 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 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.
How do you get a QR Code Pan Card by updating your address online?
You can obtain a PAN card with a QR code by updating your address online. The Income Tax Department states that PAN cardholders can change their registered address at no cost.
Once the address has been updated in the Income Tax Department’s records, an e-PAN with a QR code will be sent to the taxpayer’s registered email address. The physical PAN card can be printed for Rs. 50.
Typically, a PAN card does not display an address, which leads many people to neglect updating their address. However, experts recommend providing your current address in the income tax records, even if it is not shown on the PAN card.
The correct address is essential for communicating with financial institutions and tax authorities. It ensures that you receive important information on time, making it beneficial to keep your address updated with the PAN.
Here’s how to change your address online: According to the Income Tax Department, PAN cardholders can change their address for free.
Information is retrieved from the Aadhaar card to update the address in the income tax records. Individuals who have linked their PAN card with Aadhaar can utilize this facility to update their address in the PAN database according to the details on their Aadhaar.
The tax department is asking PAN cardholders to update their address using the following links:
- For NSDL-issued PAN holders: NSDL Link
- For UTI ITSL-issued PAN holders: UTI ITSL Link
The Income Tax Department has authorized Protean (formerly NSDL) and UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL) to issue PAN cards. The name of the issuing company is on the back of the card.
Steps to update PAN Address Online
To update your address, please follow these steps:
- Click on one of the two links mentioned above.
- On the open webpage, enter your PAN, Aadhaar number, and date of birth. If you wish to authorize with Aadhaar, tick the provided box and click the “Submit” option.
- A new webpage will open, and a one-time password (OTP) will be sent to the mobile number and email ID linked to your Aadhaar.
- You can generate an Aadhaar-based e-KYC using the OTP you received. Then, click on the “Continue with e-KYC” option.
- Enter the OTP received on your mobile or email and click “Submit.”
- You will now see an option to update your mobile number and email ID in the income tax records. If you want to change these, enter the new details and complete the process again using the OTP sent to your mobile/email.
- Your address details from Aadhaar will be displayed in a masked format. After verifying that the details are correct, click “Verify.”
- A new webpage will appear where you can enter your new address. Once you do this, your new address will be updated accordingly.
Make sure to follow all steps carefully to ensure a successful update.