Easy Steps to Reprint a Lost or Damaged PAN Card

Rahim Hanu

Any Indian taxpayer must possess a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card. The card could, however, get lost or damaged. Do not be concerned if this occurs to you. By following these simple instructions, you can instantly reprint your missing or damaged PAN card.

1. Initialization

Easy Steps to Reprint a Lost or Damaged PAN Card

PAN is an exclusive ten-digit identifying number given out by the Indian Income Tax Department. 

For a number of financial transactions, such as submitting tax returns, opening bank accounts, and applying for credit cards, it is necessary. 

To prevent any future hardship, you must immediately reprint your PAN card if it is lost or damaged.

2. Recognizing the significance of a PAN card

For everybody with taxable income in India, a PAN card is essential. 

It is a crucial document for many financial operations and serves as identification documentation. 

You are unable to file income tax returns or carry out financial activities beyond a specific threshold without a PAN card.

3. Justifications for a PAN card reprint

You might need to reprint your PAN card for a number of reasons. 

The most frequent causes are:

  1. damaged or lost PAN card
  2. Corrections or errors in the PAN card details are necessary.
  3. Name or address change

4. Paperwork needed to reprint a PAN card

You must present the following paperwork in order to have your PAN card printed again:

  1. a duplicate of your Aadhar card or another acceptable form of identification
  2. a duplicate of your Aadhar card or another acceptable address evidence
  3. Your old PAN card, copied (if available)

5. Online PAN card reprinting procedure

The most practical approach to reproduce your PAN card is online. 

The following steps:

  1. Visit the website of either NSDL or UTIITSL, depending on who issued your original PAN card.
  2. Choose "Reprint PAN card" from the menu.
  3. Provide the necessary information, including your PAN number and birthdate.
  4. After entering the captcha code, press the "Submit" button.
  5. Pay online using a debit/credit card, net banking, or another alternative if one is offered.
  6. Download and print the acknowledgement form when the payment is successful.
  7. Include a copy of your Aadhar card or another acceptable form of identification and address verification to the form.
  8. Send the form to the website's specified address.

6. A PAN card can be printed again offline.

You can also request a PAN card reprint offline if you are uncomfortable using the online process. the following steps:

  1. The Form 49A can be filled out and downloaded from the NSDL or UTIITSL website.
  2. Provide a copy of your Aadhar card or another acceptable form of identification and address proof.
  3. Provide a copy of your previous PAN card (if available).
  4. Prepare a demand draught or check in the amount necessary payable to NSDL or UTIITSL.
  5. Submit the application form, supporting paperwork, and check or demand draught to the address listed on the website.

7. Obtaining a PAN card by applying from abroad

If you live overseas or are an NRI, 

You can still reprint your PAN card even if you are an NRI or a foreign resident by using the online or offline approach described above. 

The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card or a copy of your passport are among the supplementary documents that you must submit.

8. Common errors to prevent

Make sure to avoid the following errors when requesting a PAN card reprint:

  1. Giving false information or specifics
  2. sending papers that are imprecise or incomplete
  3. failing to provide a copy of your previous PAN card (if available)
  4. Using a demand draught or check that is not in the proper format

summary

A PAN card is an essential document for any Indian taxpayer. It can be very inconvenient to lose it or damage it, but printing it again is an easy operation that can be done both online and offline. 

You may quickly get a new copy of your PAN card by following the simple procedures above and avoiding any additional issues.

A list of frequently asked inquiries (FAQs)

What is the cost to get a PAN card printed again?

PAN cards can be reprinted for Rs. 110 for Indian citizens and Rs. 1,020 for NRIs.

How long does it take to have my PAN card reprinted?

A new PAN card typically has to be printed for 15 to 20 days.

Can I update my PAN card while changing my name or address?

Yes, while printing a new copy of your PAN card, you may amend or replace your name or address.

Is a copy of my previous PAN card required for reprinting?

No, it is not required that you submit a copy of your previous PAN card. It can, however, speed up the procedure.

I live abroad; may I apply for a PAN card online?

Absolutely, if you complete the appropriate steps, you can apply for a PAN card online from a foreign country.

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