The PAN card has become a crucial document these days. From opening a bank account to filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) and conducting financial transactions, it's required everywhere. If you need a PAN card immediately and don't have time to wait for the physical card to arrive, the government's "Instant e-PAN" facility can be extremely helpful.
Through this digital facility, you can get your digital PAN card (e-PAN) completely free of charge in just 10 minutes from the comfort of your home. Let's learn how to complete this process and what the requirements are.
Essential conditions for instant e-PAN :
The applicant must have Aadhaar card.
It is mandatory to link the mobile number with the Aadhaar card, as a one-time password (OTP) is sent to it for verification.
The applicant's mobile number should not be linked to any other PAN card before.
This facility is for new applicants who are making PAN card for the first time.
Step-by-step process to get e-PAN in just 10 minutes:
- Visit the official portal:
- First of all, visit the official e-filing website of the Income Tax Department (incometax.gov.in).
- Go to the 'Quick Links' section on the homepage and click on the 'Instant E-PAN' option.
- After this click on the option of 'Get New E-PAN'.
- A new page will open, where you'll need to enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Read the terms and conditions, tick the checkbox, and click 'Continue.'
- You will receive an OTP (one-time password) on your Aadhaar-registered mobile number. Enter that OTP in the designated box and validate it.
- Once the OTP is verified, all your Aadhaar card details (such as name, date of birth, photo, and address) will appear on the screen. Confirm the details and proceed.
- Your e-PAN is generated within a few minutes of completing the entire process. You can download it in PDF format by clicking the 'Download E-PAN' option.
Is this e-PAN legally valid?
Yes, absolutely. This e-PAN, issued by the Income Tax Department, is completely legal and valid. It has a digital QR code that can be used everywhere. Additionally, if you require a physical PAN card instead of a plastic one, you can order one through the NSDL or UTIITSL websites for a nominal fee (around ₹50).
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