Extracting Date Of Birth From A Pan Number

The PAN card, or Permanent Account Number card, is a 10-digit alphanumeric ID issued by the Income Tax Department of India. It is used for legal identity verification, tracking tax-related financial transactions, and more. While there is no direct way to retrieve one's date of birth using the PAN number, there are several indirect methods. One can make an application for a duplicate PAN card without any changes and write an approximate date of birth. One will then receive a letter from NSDL mentioning the date of birth as per the income tax database. Another method is to call the Income Tax Department/NSDL helpline and provide one's PAN number, father's name, and address.

Using the Income Tax Department e-Filing website

To get your Date of Birth (DoB) details from your PAN card using the Income Tax Department e-Filing website, follow the steps outlined below:

Step 1: Visit the e-Filing website

Go to the Income Tax Department e-Filing website at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/.

Step 2: Register yourself

On the homepage, click on the "Register Yourself" option. You will need to select the user type and click on "Continue".

Step 3: Fill in your basic details

Enter your PAN card number and other basic details, such as your name, date of birth, and other personal information.

Step 4: Submit the registration form

Review the information you have entered and submit the registration form.

Step 5: Activate your account

Check your email for a link to activate your account. Click on this link to complete the activation process.

Step 6: Log in to your account

Visit https://incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/tax-services/online-pan-verification.aspx to log in to your account.

Step 7: Access your profile settings

Once you are logged in, click on "My Account" and navigate to the Profile Settings section.

Step 8: View your PAN details

In the Profile Settings, click on "PAN Details". Here, you will be able to view your name, area code, jurisdiction, address, and other information associated with your PAN card, including your Date of Birth.

Additionally, if you need to update your PAN card details, such as your address or DoB, you can follow a similar process:

Step 1: Visit the NSDL website

Go to https://www.protean-tinpan.com/ and select 'PAN' under the 'Services' tab.

Step 2: Apply for change/correction

Click on 'Apply' under 'Change/Correction in PAN Data' to initiate the update process.

Step 3: Fill in the details

Provide the necessary details, including your PAN card number and Aadhaar number, and click on 'Submit'.

Step 4: Upload scanned images and e-sign

On the next page, upload the scanned images of the required documents and complete the e-sign process.

Step 5: Provide personal, contact, and address details

Fill in your personal details, contact information, and address. Ensure that you have the necessary proof of age, residence, identity, and PAN card.

Step 6: Sign the declaration and submit

Review the information you have provided, sign the declaration, and click on 'Submit' to complete the request.

Step 7: Make the payment

Proceed to make the payment using demand draft, net banking, or credit/debit card.

Step 8: Download and send the acknowledgment

After successful payment, download and print the acknowledgment. Affix two photographs and sign across the acknowledgment form. Send this form along with the supporting documents to NSDL e-Gov.

The entire process of updating your PAN card details, including your Date of Birth, should take around 15 to 20 days. You will receive your new PAN card with the necessary rectifications within this timeframe.

Calling the Income Tax Department/NSDL helpline

If you are unable to find your date of birth (DoB) on your PAN card, you can try calling the Income Tax Department/NSDL helpline. Here is a detailed guide on how to do this:

The Income Tax Department has launched the Tax Information Network (TIN) to manage direct taxes, and the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) oversees TIN on their behalf. You can contact the NSDL (now known as Protean eGov Technologies Limited) via their customer care numbers:

• 020 27218080 (Available Monday to Sunday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM)
• 08069708080 (Available 24/7)

Alternatively, you can contact the NSDL customer care number for foreign non-individual applicants, Aaykar Sampark Kendra, at 1800 180 1961 or via email at [email protected].

If you are unable to connect with them, you can try the following options:

• Visit the official website: protean-tinpan.com
• Send an email to: [email protected]
• Send a WhatsApp message to: 8096078080

Additionally, you can follow these steps to file a complaint or query regarding your PAN card on the NSDL website:

• Visit the Protean NSDL website.
• Go to the 'Customer Care' option and select 'Complaints/Queries'.
• Select the 'Query, Complaint, or Suggestion' option.
• Enter the necessary details in the customer care form.
• Click on the 'Yes' option in the consent statement and enter the captcha code.
• Click on the 'Submit' option to complete the process.

It is important to note that there is no direct way to know your DoB as per Income Tax records. However, if you have lost your PAN card and need to know your DoB, you can make an application for a duplicate PAN card without changing your details. You will receive a letter from NSDL mentioning your DoB as per the income tax database. Then, send the same letter with a tick on the caption "Print Pan card as per Income Tax Database" to receive your duplicate PAN card and DoB.

Requesting a duplicate PAN card

Online Application Process:

• Visit the TIN-NSDL website and select the application type as "Changes or correction in existing PAN data/ Reprint of PAN card (No changes in existing PAN data)".
• Fill in the mandatory information and submit the form.
• A token number will be generated and sent to your email ID. Note this number for future reference and continue with the application filing.
• Fill in the necessary details on the "Personal Details" page, including the mode of submission of your PAN application form. There are three modes available: forwarding application documents physically, submitting digitally through e-KYC & e-sign (paperless), or submitting scanned images through e-sign.
• Select whether you need a physical PAN card or an e-PAN card. If you choose an e-PAN card, provide a valid email ID, as this is where the digitally signed e-PAN card will be sent.
• Fill in the "Contact & other details" and "Document details" sections and submit the application.
• You will be directed to the payment page. Once the payment is made, an acknowledgment will be generated. If you chose to forward your application documents physically, print the acknowledgment, affix your signature and photo, and send it along with the required documents to the NSDL Protean eGov Technologies Limited address.
• You can check the status of your duplicate PAN card using the 15-digit acknowledgment number.

Offline Application Process:

• Download and print the "Request for a new PAN card or/and changes or Correction in PAN Data" form.
• Use BLOCK letters and black ink to fill out the application.
• Mention your 10-digit PAN for reference.
• If you are an individual applicant, attach two passport-size photographs and cross-sign them carefully, ensuring that the face is not covered by the signature.
• Fill in all the necessary details in the form and sign the relevant boxes. However, since there are no changes to the PAN details, do not tick any boxes or sections on the left margin.
• Send the application along with the required documents to the NSDL facilitation center. After receiving the payment, a printed acknowledgment form with a 15-digit number will be generated.
• The facilitation center will then forward your application to the Income-tax PAN services unit for further action.
• You can check the status of your duplicate PAN card using the 15-digit acknowledgment number.

The duplicate PAN card will be dispatched within 15-20 days after the department receives the application.

Using an XML file of the Income Tax Return

To obtain a date of birth from a PAN card using an XML file of the Income Tax Return, follow these steps:

Firstly, it is important to note that there is no direct way to find your date of birth as per the Income Tax records. However, there is an indirect method that can be followed.

• Make an application for a duplicate PAN card, stating an approximate date of birth. You will receive a letter from NSDL mentioning your date of birth as per the income tax database.
• Send the same letter back, requesting to "Print Pan card as per Income Tax Database". You will receive your duplicate PAN card and correct date of birth for a small fee.

Alternatively, if you have forgotten your date of birth and do not have a copy of your PAN card, you can follow these steps:

• Visit the Income Tax Department e-Filing website and click on "Register Yourself".
• Enter your PAN card number, fill out the registration form, and submit it.
• Activate your account by clicking the link sent to your email address.
• Log in to your account and click on "My Account", then go to Profile Settings and click on PAN Details.
• Your name, area code, jurisdiction, address, and other information will be displayed.

If you are looking to generate an Income Tax Return XML file, the following is a step-by-step guide:

• Visit the income tax e-filing portal and look for the 'Download' section on the homepage.
• Select the assessment year for which you want to file returns, and download the corresponding ITR Form (offline utility). Install the downloaded utility on your computer.
• Launch the installed utility and select the Assessment Year for your return.
• Choose between Excel or Java Utility for generating the JSON file (Excel is recommended).
• Download the specific ITR form you need to file and click on the 'Pre-fill' button to pre-populate your personal information, income details, tax payment/TDS details, and other information.
• Fill in the remaining information, then click on 'Calculate' to compute your tax and interest liability. This will also show you the tax payable or refund you will receive.
• Save all the changes and click on the 'Generate JSON' option. The generated JSON file can be saved and accessed easily. It is recommended to open the file and verify the information entered.
• Log in to your account on the e-filing portal and upload the generated JSON file.

It is important to note that JSON is the new file format for pre-filled data or utility-generated files, replacing the XML file format. This method is the easiest and recommended way to file an Income Tax Return.

Additionally, if you are facing issues with the date of birth or incorporation date mentioned as "Ancestral" on your PAN card, the following workaround can be used:

• Mention the date of birth in the ITR as the date of birth of the oldest child of the client.
• Generate the ITR and upload it to the Income Tax website. Please note that the website does not match the date of birth in the ITR with their records.
• Download the ITR acknowledgement, which requires a password to open. The password is a combination of the PAN (in small letters) and the date of birth. In this case, the date of birth can be entered as "01/01/0001". For example, if the PAN is "AAAAAA0000A", the password would be "aaaaaa0000a01010001".

Using the 'Verify Your PAN' service

The Income Tax Department's e-Filing portal offers a pre-login service called "Verify Your PAN" that allows users to check if their PAN card information, such as their name and date of birth, is correct. This service is available to all users, except External Agencies, who must log in to access it.

• Go to the e-Filing portal homepage.
• Click on "Verify Your PAN" on the homepage.
• On the "Verify Your PAN" page, enter your PAN, full name, date of birth, and mobile number. Then click "Continue.".
• On the Verification page, enter the 6-digit OTP received on the mobile number provided. Click "Validate.".

Note that the OTP is only valid for 15 minutes and you have 3 attempts to enter the correct OTP. The OTP expiry timer on the screen will indicate when the OTP will expire, and you can click "Resend OTP" to regenerate a new one if needed.

Once the verification is successful, your PAN status will be displayed.

For External Agencies:

• Log in to the e-Filing portal using your user ID and password.
• Click on "Services" and then "View PAN details.".
• On the "Verify Your PAN" page, enter the PAN you want to verify, along with the full name and date of birth or date of incorporation. Then click "Continue.".

Upon successful validation, the PAN status will be displayed.

Additionally, the government has authorized Protean eGov Technologies Ltd (formerly known as NSDL eGov) to enable eligible entities to verify PANs online. This service is available to various entities, including RBI-approved authorized dealers, SEBI-approved registrar and transfer agents, insurance web aggregators, and more. The verification process can be done through screen-based, file and screen-based, or software (API)-based verification.

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