Guide to Online and Offline PAN Card Corrections
Errors on a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card can be rectified through a straightforward process available both online and offline. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to update details like name, date of birth, or address using the NSDL or UTIITSL portals, including steps for application, required documents for various applicant types, applicable fees, and how to track the application status. Ensuring all information is accurate and supported by valid documentation is crucial to avoid delays in processing.
Errors in a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card can be rectified by submitting the official PAN card correction form. This process can be completed online through the NSDL or UTIITSL web portals. Online correction is a straightforward procedure involving document uploads, OTP verification, and a nominal fee. Individuals can update details such as name, date of birth, or contact information conveniently from a mobile device or computer, eliminating the need to visit a physical PAN center.
When to Correct PAN Card Information
Corrections to your PAN card can be initiated both online and offline if there are inaccuracies or updates needed for details like your name, date of birth, photograph, signature, father's name, Aadhaar number, gender, mobile number, email address, or residential address. Eligibility for applying for a correction requires meeting these criteria:
- You must already possess a PAN card.
- Your personal or contact information is either incorrect or has undergone a change.
- You must provide valid supporting documents that confirm the revised or accurate details.
Online Application Process for PAN Card Corrections
To modify your PAN card information through the online method, follow these steps:
- Access either the NSDL PAN website or the UTIITSL website.
- Choose the 'Change/Correction in PAN card details' option.
- Provide your PAN card number, complete the necessary fields, and click 'Submit'.
- Upon registration of your request, a token or reference number will be sent to your registered email address.
- Indicate the specific details you wish to alter (e.g., name, father's name, date of birth, gender, address, or contact details).
- Input the corrected information, fill in any other mandatory fields, and upload the supporting documents.
- Proceed with the payment of the applicable fees and finalize the application submission.
- An acknowledgement number will be generated; record this number for future tracking of your correction request.
For a comprehensive guide on updating PAN card details, you can find more information here.
Offline Application Process for PAN Card Corrections
Alternatively, you can modify your PAN card details via the offline method by following these steps:
- Download the 'Request For New PAN Card Or/ And Changes Or Correction in PAN Data' form.
- Complete the application form with the accurate information.
- Affix your signature and a recent photograph to the form.
- Submit the filled form along with all necessary documents to your nearest PAN center.
- Pay the required fees for the PAN card update or correction.
- You will receive an acknowledgement number, which you can use to monitor the status of your PAN card update application.
Obtaining the PAN Card Correction Form Online
For correcting PAN card details, the official application form, known as “Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN Data,” is available for download on the NSDL or UTIITSL online portals.
Required Documents for PAN Card Corrections
To initiate a PAN card correction, you will generally need:
- A copy of your existing PAN card.
- Proof of identity, address, and date of birth, as detailed in the following sections.
Documents for Individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUF)
| Proof of Identity | Proof of Address | Proof of Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar card | Aadhaar card | Aadhaar card |
| Voter’s ID | Voter’s ID | Voter’s ID |
| Driving license | Driving license | Driving license |
| Passport | Passport | Passport |
| Ration card | Post office passbook (with applicant's address) | Matriculation certificate or recognized board mark sheet |
| Arm’s license | Latest property tax assessment order | Birth certificate |
| Photo identity card (Central/State Government or PSU issued) | Government-issued Domicile certificate | Domicile certificate |
| Pensioner card | Property registration document | Pension payment order |
| Central Government Health Scheme Card | Electricity, landline, gas, or water bill (not older than 3 months) | Photo identity card (Central/State Government or PSU issued) |
| Identity certificate (signed by MLA, MP, Gazetted officer, or Municipal Councilor) | Allotment letter for accommodation (Central/State Government issued, not older than 3 years) | Central Government Health Service Scheme Card |
| Bank certificate on letterhead (with attested photo and account number) | Bank account statement (country of residence, not older than 3 months), Depository account statement, or Credit card statement | Marriage certificate |
| Address certificate (signed by MLA, MP, Gazetted officer, or Municipal Councilor) | Affidavit sworn before a magistrate stating date of birth | |
| Employer certificate |
Documents for Foreign Citizens (Proof of Identity and Address)
| Proof of Identity | Proof of Address |
|---|---|
| Copy of passport | Copy of passport |
| Copy of Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card (Government of India issued) | Copy of Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card (Government of India issued) |
| Copy of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card (Government of India issued) | Copy of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card (Government of India issued) |
| Attested copy of other national, taxpayer, or citizenship identification number (by ‘Apostille’ for Hague Convention signatories, or by High Commission, Indian Embassy/Consulate, or authorized officials of overseas branches of Scheduled Banks registered in India) | Attested copy of other national, taxpayer, or citizenship identification number (by ‘Apostille’ for Hague Convention signatories, or by High Commission, Indian Embassy/Consulate, or authorized officials of overseas branches of Scheduled Banks registered in India) |
| Copy of registration certificate issued by the Foreigner’s Registration Office showing Indian address | |
| Copy of bank account statement in the country of residence or Non-resident External (NRE) bank account statement in India | |
| Copy of Residence Certificate in India or Residential permit issued by the State Police Authorities | |
| Copy of Visa granted and appointment letter or contract from Indian Company and Certificate of Indian address issued by the employer |
Documents for Companies, Firms, and Artificial Judicial Persons (with office in India)
| Type of Applicant | Documents |
|---|---|
| Company | Copy of registration certificate issued by Registrar of Companies (ROC) |
| Partnership Firm | Copy of registration certificate issued by Registrar of firms or partnership deed |
| Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) | Copy of registration certificate issued by the Registrar of LLPs |
| Trust | Copy of the trust deed or registration certificate number issued by Charity Commissioner |
| Association of Person, Local Authority, Body of Individuals, or Artificial Juridical Person | Copy of registration certificate number or agreement (issued by registrar of cooperative society, charity commissioner, other competent authority), or document from any Central/State Government department showing identity and address |
Documents for Companies, Firms, and Artificial Judicial Persons (without office in India)
| Type of Applicant | Documents |
|---|---|
| Company/ Partnership Firm/ LLP/ Trust/ Association of Person/ Local Authority/ Body of Individuals/ Artificial Juridical Person | Copy of Registration Certificate issued in the applicant's country, duly attested by ‘Apostille’ (for Hague Convention signatories), or by High Commission, Indian Embassy/Consulate, or authorized officials of overseas branches of Scheduled Banks registered in India |
| Copy of Registration Certificate issued in India or approval granted by Indian Authorities to establish an office in India |
Specific Documents for Name Changes in PAN Card
- For married women: Marriage invitation card, marriage certificate, or passport copy showing husband’s name.
- For individuals: Official publication of the name change in the gazette.
- For companies: ROC's certificate confirming the name change.
- For partnership firms: Revised partnership deed.
- For AOPs, trusts, BOIs, or Artificial Judicial Persons: Revised registration, deed, or agreement.
- For minor corrections (e.g., spelling, initial expansion): Proof of identity containing the corrected data.
Authorized Signatories for PAN Card Correction Forms
The PAN card correction application must be signed by the designated individual based on the applicant's entity type:
- Individual applicant: The individual themselves.
- Hindu Undivided Family (HUF): The Karta.
- Company: A Director.
- Association of Persons (AOP), Body of Individuals (BOI), Local Authority, and Artificial Juridical Person: An Authorized Signatory.
- Partnership Firm or Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): A Partner.
- Trust: A Trustee.
- Minor: A Representative Assessee.
Fees and Charges for PAN Card Corrections
The fee structure for PAN card corrections varies based on the submission method and delivery preference. Submitting a physical correction form costs ₹110, or ₹1,020 if the dispatch address is outside India. For online corrections where the e-PAN is delivered via email, the charges range from ₹66 to ₹72.
The detailed fees for online PAN application submissions are outlined below:
| Mode of PAN Application Document Submission | Particulars | Fees (inclusive of applicable taxes) |
|---|---|---|
| Physical submission for physical PAN card dispatch | Physical PAN card dispatch within India | ₹107 |
| Physical PAN card dispatch outside India | ₹1,017 | |
| Paperless submission for physical PAN card dispatch | Physical PAN card dispatch within India | ₹101 |
| Physical PAN card dispatch outside India | ₹1,011 | |
| Physical submission for e-PAN card | e-PAN card dispatched to the applicant's email ID | ₹72 |
| Paperless submission for e-PAN card | e-PAN card dispatched to the applicant's email ID | ₹66 |
Tracking Your PAN Card Correction Application Status
To monitor the progress of your PAN card correction request online, follow these steps:
- Navigate to either the NSDL PAN website or the UTIITSL website.
- Locate and click on 'Know Status of PAN application' or 'Track PAN card'.
- Input your 'Acknowledgement Number' and the displayed Captcha code, then click 'Submit'.
The current status of your correction application will then be displayed.
Rectifying inaccuracies on your PAN card is now a streamlined process, largely due to the accessibility of online correction forms. Regardless of whether you need to fix a name discrepancy, an incorrect birth date, or update an address, the NSDL or UTIITSL portals offer a convenient way to initiate these changes. It is crucial to ensure all provided details are precise and backed by legitimate documents to prevent any potential processing delays.