Get Pan Card For Unlisted Companies: A Quick Guide

If you're struggling to find the PAN number of an unlisted company, there are a few ways to go about it. Firstly, you can try using the Income Tax India e-filing website. On the left panel, there is a link for 'Know Your TAN'. Click on that, and enter the company name and the state where the registered office of the company is/was located. You will need to enter your mobile number to receive an OTP. After entering the OTP, you will be able to access the PAN, TAN, and other details of the company. Another way to find the PAN of an unlisted company is by using the GSTIN (Goods and Service Tax registration number). The 10-digit PAN of the taxpayer is embedded in the GSTIN, from the third to the twelfth digit. Additionally, if you are unable to obtain the PAN of a delisted company, you can enter a default value in its place, such as NNNNN0000N.

Find the company's GSTIN number

GSTIN, or GST Identification Number, is a 15-digit PAN-based unique identification number assigned to every registered person under GST. GSTIN is a single registration number under GST, unlike previous indirect tax regimes where multiple registration numbers were present for different laws.

The GSTIN structure is as follows:

• First 2 numbers: State code of the registered person
• Next 10 characters: PAN of the registered person
• 13th character: Entity number of the same PAN
• 14th character: Alphabet Z by default
• 15th character: Check code, which may be an alphabet or a number

You can find a company's GSTIN by searching for it online. Here are some ways to do that:

• Visit the Clear GST website. They have a GST number search tool that allows you to verify a GSTIN with a single click. You can also use this tool to find the GSTIN of a company by entering the PAN of the registered person.
• Visit the GST portal at www.gst.gov.in. Go to 'Search Taxpayer' and then 'Search by GSTIN/UIN'. Enter the GSTIN and the verification code and click 'Search'.
• Try the GST search tool on the Find GST website. You can search for a company's GST number by just typing the first few letters of the company's name. They have ready-to-search information from the list of GST numbers shared by each state government and GSTINs manually curated from different business websites.

Alternatively, you can find the GSTIN of an unlisted company by searching for its GSTIN number. The first two digits of the GSTIN number represent the state in which the company is registered, and the next ten digits are the PAN number.

Use the GSTIN to find the PAN number

The Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN) is a 15-digit, state-specific, unique identification number (UIN) that is allotted to every taxpayer registered under the GST Regime in India. It is based on an individual's Permanent Account Number (PAN) and can be used to check the authenticity of a business.

To find the PAN number using the GSTIN, follow these steps:

• Visit the GST portal (https://services.gst.gov.in/services/login).
• Click on the "Search Taxpayer" tab.
• Select the "Search by PAN" option.
• Enter the GSTIN and the captcha code reflecting on the screen.
• Click on "Search". The website will display the PAN number and other details of the GSTIN registration.
• Upon clicking any one of the hyperlinked GSTINs, the page will redirect to the "Search by GSTIN" page, with the GSTIN auto-filled.
• Enter the captcha code and click on the "Search" button. Further details of the business registered with the specific GSTIN will be displayed.

Alternatively, you can use third-party websites such as KnowYourGST.com or MastersIndia.co to search for a GSTIN using a PAN number. These websites provide tools to verify multiple GST numbers and search for GST numbers by name or PAN.

Use the Income Tax India e-filing website

The Income Tax India e-filing website provides a link for 'Know Your TAN' on the left panel. After clicking on this link, you will be required to enter the name of the company and the state in which its registered office is/was located. You can find the address by searching for the company's registered office online. Once you have entered the state name, company name, and your mobile number, you will receive one or more company names. Click on the name of the company you are looking for and cross-check the address to confirm. Following this, the PAN and other details of the company will be displayed to you.

Additionally, the Income Tax India e-filing website allows you to view and edit your profile information. This includes personal details such as citizenship, residential details, and passport number, as well as contact details like mobile number, email ID, and address. You can also view and update your source of income, bank account, and demat account details.

Search for the company's TAN

To search for a company's TAN (Tax Deduction Account Number), you can use the National Government Services Portal in India. This allows you to search for a TAN using the category of the deductor, state, company name, or TAN. By entering the company name, you can retrieve details such as the TAN, category of deductor, company name, address, PAN, and status.

Another way to find a company's TAN is to first find its GSTIN number. The first two digits of the GSTIN number represent the state in which the company is registered, and the next ten digits are the PAN number. The thirteenth digit is the total number of businesses registered under that company, and the fourteenth is always "Z". The final digit is a check code, which can be a letter or number.

Find the company's registered office address

The registered office address of a company is considered its principal office from which its business is conducted. It is the company's official place of business as per government records and is used for all official communication.

In India, the registered office address of a company is mentioned in all public records and official documents. This address is used by the Registrar of Companies (ROC), government departments, banks, investors, and the public to send across correspondence.

To find the registered office address of a company, you can refer to the following resources:

• ROC Records: The ROC maintains records of all incorporated companies, including their registered office addresses. You can search for the company by its name or other identifying information on the MCA website.
• Company Website: It is a legal requirement for companies to display their registered office details on their websites. Usually, this information can be found in the "Contact Us" or "About Us" section of the website.
• Annual Reports and Other Official Documents: Annual reports, financial statements, and other official documents often contain the company's registered office address. These documents may be available on the company's website or through financial regulatory bodies.
• Contact the Company Directly: If all else fails, you can try contacting the company directly through their customer service or investor relations department to request their registered office address.

Once you have found the registered office address, it is important to verify its accuracy. You can do this by cross-referencing the address with multiple sources, such as government records and the company's website. Additionally, you can physically visit the address to confirm its existence and validate that it is, in fact, the company's registered office.

It is worth noting that a company's registered office address may change over time. Therefore, it is essential to refer to the most recent information available and stay updated with any changes the company may announce.

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