Losing a PAN card can be very problematic as it is a crucial identification document and acts as an important document for financial transactions.
If you’ve lost your PAN Card, you can get it back by reapplying for the PAN Card. In this article, we will discuss How to Reapply for a PAN Card If Lost, what to do in case of a lost PAN Card, documents required, etc.
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How to Apply for a Duplicate PAN Card?
You can apply for the Duplicate PAN Card. You can apply using both online and offline methods by following these steps-
Online
- You’ll have to visit the official website of the Income Tax Department’s PAN Card Services page i.e., NSDL or UTIITSL
- Now, you’ll have to choose the ‘Reprint of the PAN Card’ option from the dropdown followed by entering your PAN Card Details like name, address, Aadhaar card number, etc.
- Now, upload the necessary documents mentioned below like ID proof, address proof, etc.
- After uploading the document, you’ll have to pay the application fee for the duplicate PAN card
- Now, an acknowledgement number will be generated which you can use for future references of your application
- You’ll receive your Duplicate PAN Card within a few days of application submission
Offline
- Download and Print the application form for “Request for New PAN Changes or Correction in PAN Data” from the official website of the NSDL or UTIITSL
- Now, fill the form with accurate details like PAN Card Number, name, address, and other details
- After filling out the form, you’ll have to attach your photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression on the form followed by attaching the documents mentioned below
- Now, you’ll have to submit the duly filled application form to the PAN Card office or you’ll have to send it via post to the correspondence address
- The application form fee has to be paid by cash/cheque or DD at the counter while submitting the application form or via DD in case of postal method
- You’ll receive your duplicate PAN Card within a few days of application submission
Documents Required for Duplicate PAN Card
The following are the documents required for a Duplicate PAN card-
- Identity Proof- Aadhaar Card, driver’s license, voter ID, etc.
- Address Proof- Aadhaar, bank account statements, utility bills, etc.
- Document mentioning the date of your birth such as Passport, matriculation certificate, certificate of birth, etc.
- PAN allotment letter or a self-attested copy of PAN Card
- FIR for Lost PAN Card
Person of Indian Origin (PIO) / overseas citizens of India (OCI)
The following are the documents required for the Foreign Nationals/ person of Indian Origin (PIO) / overseas citizens of India (OCI)-
- Photocopy of the passport
- Photocopy of the PIO card
- Photocopy of the OCI card
Foreign Nationals
- Visa
- Passport
- Photocopy of the Nationality certificate or citizenship identification should be attested by the “Apostille”
- Rent Agreement/ Resident address document
Application Fees For Duplicate PAN Card
The following is the application fee for a Duplicate PAN Card-
| Resident Status | Application Fee |
| Indian resident | Rs.110/- |
| Non-resident Indians (NRI) | Rs.1,020/- |
What to Do If I Lost my PAN Card?
The following are the steps that you should take in case your PAN Card is lost-
- The very first step that you should take is to file an FIR with your local police station. This will ensure that you have an official report for providing details related to the lost PAN Card
- Upon registering the FIR, make sure that you have a copy of the report with yourself which you can show in case you would need to it
- After FIR registration, you’ll have to apply for a duplicate PAN Card on the official website of the PAN
FAQ
Owning multiple PAN cards is a punishable offense and can be fined up to Rs.10,000/-. You should ensure that at a given time, you only have one PAN Card and if you find multiple PAN Card in your name, you should immediately surrender the extra PAN Card.
Yes, foreign nationals can apply for a PAN Card in India. PAN Card is a documentation used for taxation and every resident of India is subject to taxes which makes foreign nationals living in India eligible candidates for taxation.
While applying for the Duplicate PAN card you’ll be provided with a tracking number which you can use to track your PAN Card status application.
For duplicate PAN cards to arrive, It can take up to 7 business days to reach, you can use the tracking code to find your application status.
No, having two PAN cards in your name can be a punishable offense and may lead to a fine of Rs.10,000/-. In case, you have more than one PAN card, you can surrender the PAN card.
There is no age limit to apply for a PAN Card hence, you can apply for the PAN card even as a minor.
I’m Shiv Kumar, a graduate with a passion for finance, marketing, and technology. My journey into finance started with a desire to understand money management and investing.
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