Importance of PAN card

Permanent account number, which we know by the name of PAN card, is a very important document for Indian citizens. This is a 10 -digit alphanumeric identity number, which is used in India for tax, investment and other financial transactions. If your PAN card is accidentally lost or lost somewhere, you can apply online for its duplicate copy. Come, we tell you about this process in detail.

Online application process

Follow the steps below to apply online:

1. Go to the official website of Tin-NSDL.

2. Click on the “Apply online” tab on the home page.

3. Click on “Apply for PAN Card” option.

4. Click on the option “Repuishing for PAN card” option.

5. Enter your PAN number, Aadhaar number and date of birth.

6. Click on checkbox and click on the “Proceed” button.

7. Enter your mobile number or email ID.

8. Click on the “Generate OTP” button.

9. Enter OTP and click on the “Submit” button.

10. Fill your personal information.

11. Upload your photo.

12. Pay the application fee.

13. Click on the “Submit” button.

14. You will receive a copy of the application, which you can use to check the status of the application.

Offline application process

Follow the steps below to apply offline:

• Visit your nearest PAN service center.
• Fill up the application form.
• Submit the required documents.
• Pay the application fee.
• The application fee is Rs 110, which you can pay through demand draft, check or credit card.

Required documents

Necessary documents:

• Aadhar card
• Passport
• Permission to drive
• Voter ID
• Birth certificate
• Address proof

It takes about 15-20 working days to get a duplicate PAN card. You can get it from the PAN service center or get it ordered by post at your address.