Instant Pan Card through Aadhaar

The Finance Ministry of India has established a new tool through the Income Tax department that offers quick PAN issuance based on the Aadhaar number. Moreover, the entire procedure is paperless and free of cost. Due to this new initiative, now you can conveniently apply for a PAN card through an Aadhaar card just by sitting at your home. Additionally, you may utilise your Aadhaar card to obtain a PAN card.

Here are the steps to apply for a PAN through an Aadhaar card. 

• Step 1: Go to the official page of the Income Tax department.

• Step 2: On the left of the homepage, you will view a box titled ‘Quick Links’ with multiple options.

• Step 3: Scroll down the box and click on ‘Instant E-PAN.’

 

 

• Step 4: Next, click on ‘Get New e-PAN.’

 

 

• Step 5: Provide your Aadhaar number and tick the ‘I confirm that’ box. 

• Step 6: Select the ‘Continue’ button to proceed further.

 

 

• Step 7: You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Provide that for verification.

• Step 8: If your email ID has not been validated, click ‘Validate email Id’ in the next step. Press the ‘Continue’ button after ticking the box.

• Step 9: Once you have provided your Aadhaar card information for confirmation, you will be given an acknowledgment number. 

• Step 10: By using your Aadhaar number, you may check your PAN allocation status. 

Before applying for a PAN card using an Aadhaar card, you must be aware of the eligibility criteria and the required documents in order to avoid any difficulty. Here’s a closer look at the details.

1. Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant should be an Indian citizen

• The age of the applicant must be 18 years or above.

• Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) can also apply for it

• The applicant must have a mobile number linked with an Aadhaar card

2. Required Documents

• Aadhaar card

• Identity proof

• Residence proof

• Date of Birth proof

If you have applied for an online PAN card, you can track your application status by following the below-listed steps:

• Step 1: Browse the official portal of ‘e-filling’ or the Income Tax department.

• Step 2: Select the ‘Instant E-PAN’ alternative from the Quick Links box.

• Step 3: Next, click on the ‘Check Status/Download PAN’ option.

• Step 4: Provide your Aadhaar card number and captcha code. 

• Step 5: Submit the details.

• Step 6: You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter that in order to complete the verification process.

• Step 7: Select the ‘Continue’ button and tick the confirmation box.

• Step 8: A new page will appear where you can check the status of your PAN card application.

Here are the steps to follow to download the allotted PAN card. 

• Step 1: Visit the Income Tax department's or ‘e- filling’ official website.

• Step 2: From the Quick Links box, choose the 'Instant E-PAN' choice.

• Step 3: After that, select ‘Check Status/Download PAN.’

• Step 4: You must enter your Aadhaar card number and captcha code to complete the process. 

• Step 5: An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number. To finish the verification procedure, enter that.

• Step 6: After ticking the confirmation box, click ‘Continue.

• Step 7: You will be taken to a new page where you may track the progression of your PAN card application.

• Step 8: If you have been issued a PAN card, you can download a PDF copy.

• Step 9: The file will have a password. To open it, enter your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format.

Ever since the launch of Aadhaar by the UIDAI, it has become quite convenient for Aadhaar cardholders to apply for different services like opening a bank account, obtaining a driving license, applying for a passport, etc. In the same way, an Aadhaar number can be used to apply for a PAN Card as elaborated above.

 

In addition to this, your Aadhaar card is also used as a valid ID/address proof. So, if you wish to avail a home loan, for instance, you can visit Bajaj Markets and check out the loans available at competitive rates. Your Aadhaar card can then be submitted as a part of the paperwork.