PAN card is considered as one of the most important identity documents, which is used at almost all places & in the verification processes. Recently, the central government made it mandatory for Indian citizens to link their Aadhar card with a PAN card, which is a 0 digit alphanumeric PAN number. PAN card is used in carrying out huge transactions & other important tasks.
Now, the users can get their PAN card at no cost if they have an Aadhar card. Using Aadhar based eKYC, the PAN cards will b issued instantly.
If you have not done your Aadhar eKYC, this is how you can apply for a Free & Instant PAN card
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Visit the new portal of Income Tax
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Click on the Instant PAN option.
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Now click on “Get new E-PAN”.
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With the help of this facility, the user will get an e-PAN on a near real-time basis in PDF format.
Now enter your Aadhar number & check the box that says I confirm that & the Income Tax department will seek your affirmation for these points
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I have never been allotted a PAN yet.
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My active Mobile Number is linked with the Aadhar.
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My complete details of the birth are available on the Aadhar.
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I am not a minor as on the application date of a Permanent Account Number.
Now, you will receive an OTP on your Registered Mobile Number
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A 15 digit acknowledgment number will be generated after this.
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No, a copy of your newly generated PAN card will be sent to your email ID, which is linked to your Aadhar card.
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This should be noted that the process can take few days & one can check the PAN status using the acknowledgment number in the new Income Tax Portal.
Note - PAN Card is used by every individual including those from agriculture or farm sector.
