Instant Pan Card: Aadhaar Linkage

The Indian government has made it easier for individuals to apply for different services, such as opening a bank account, applying for a driving license, or a passport, with the launch of the Aadhar Card. The Aadhar number serves as a means of identity verification and can be used to apply for a Permanent Account Number (PAN). The process of obtaining a PAN card through the Aadhar card is straightforward and can be done through the official website of UTI Infrastructure and Technology Services Limited or the Income Tax Department's e-Filing portal. The entire process is paperless and free of cost, and individuals can obtain their PAN card by providing their Aadhar number and mobile number linked with Aadhar.

Visit the official website of UTI Infrastructure and Technology Services Limited

To get a PAN number with an Aadhaar number, you can visit the official website of UTI Infrastructure and Technology Services Limited (UTIITSL). UTIITSL is a government company under the purview of the Companies Act 2013 and has been registered under the Companies Act 1956 since 1993. It is one of the two entities appointed by the Income Tax Department (ITD), Government of India, for the purpose of receiving and processing PAN applications and any related services.

Step 1: Visit the UTIITSL Website

Go to the official website of UTIITSL: https://www.utiitsl.com/.

Step 2: Navigate to the PAN Card Application Page

Once on the website, search for the PAN card application page.

Step 3: Choose the Appropriate Option

On the application page, you will find two options: "Apply as an Indian Citizen" or "Apply as an NRI (Non-Resident Indian)". Choose the option that applies to you.

Step 4: Select the Aadhaar-Based Option

After choosing your citizenship status, you will see four options: Aadhaar-based e-Sign, Aadhaar holders, apply using the e-KYC option, or Form 49A/49AA. If you are an Indian citizen and have an Aadhaar number, select the Aadhaar-based option that suits you. For NRIs, the e-KYC option is available.

Step 5: Fill Out the Online Form

After selecting the Aadhaar-based option, you will be directed to a page where you can fill out Form 49A or 49AA online. This is the form required for applying for a PAN card. Provide the necessary personal and contact details, including your Aadhaar number.

Step 6: e-Sign the Form with Your Aadhaar

After filling out the form, you will need to e-sign it using your Aadhaar. This will digitally sign your PAN Card form online.

Step 7: Review and Submit the Form

Before submitting the form, carefully review all the information you have provided to ensure its accuracy. Once you are satisfied, click on the 'Submit' button, usually located at the bottom of the page.

Step 8: Receive the Acknowledgment Number

After successfully submitting the form, you will receive an acknowledgment number. This number can be used to track the status of your PAN Card application.

Alternatively, you can also apply for a PAN card through the Income Tax Department's e-Filing website: https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/. This method is instant, paperless, and free of cost. Here are the steps to apply through this website:

Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Website

Go to https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/.

Step 2: Click on the 'Instant PAN through Aadhaar' Icon

On the left-hand side of the webpage, under Quick Links, click on the 'Instant PAN through Aadhaar' icon.

Step 3: Click on 'Get New PAN'

On the next page, click on the 'Get New PAN' icon.

Step 4: Enter Your Aadhaar Number and Captcha

Enter your valid Aadhaar number and the displayed Captcha code.

Step 5: Confirm the Details and Generate Aadhaar OTP

Click on 'I Confirm' to confirm the points mentioned therein. Then, click on 'Generate Aadhaar OTP' to receive a One-Time Password on your registered mobile number.

Step 6: Enter the OTP and Validate Aadhaar Details

Enter the OTP you received and validate your Aadhaar details.

Step 7: Receive the Acknowledgment Number

Upon successful submission, an acknowledgment number will be generated and sent to your registered mobile number and email ID.

By following these steps on either the UTIITSL website or the Income Tax e-Filing website, you can apply for a PAN card using your Aadhaar number.

Click on the 'Instant e-PAN' option

Once you have navigated to the Income Tax Department's e-filing website, you can begin the process of applying for an instant e-PAN.

Click on the Instant e-PAN option

On the homepage, you will see a section called 'Quick Links' on the left-hand side. Here, you will find the 'Instant e-PAN' option. Clicking on this will redirect you to the instant PAN allotment webpage.

Get a new e-PAN

On this page, you will see the 'Get New e-PAN' button. Clicking on this will take you to the instant PAN request webpage, where you will be required to enter your Aadhaar number for PAN allotment.

Confirm the undertaking

On this page, you will also see a checkbox with the text 'I confirm that'. You must select this checkbox to confirm the undertaking and then click on the 'Continue' button.

Accept the terms and conditions

You will then be redirected to the OTP validation page. Here, you must tick the checkbox to accept the terms and conditions and click on the 'Continue' button.

Enter the Aadhaar OTP

On the next page, you will need to enter the Aadhaar OTP (One-Time Password) that you will have received on your registered mobile number. After entering the OTP, click on the checkbox that appears below and then click on the 'Continue' button.

Validate your email ID (optional)

If your email ID is not validated, you will need to click on the 'Validate email ID' button. On the next page, select the checkbox and click on the 'Continue' button.

Receive the acknowledgement number

Once you have submitted your Aadhaar details for validation, you will be given an acknowledgement number. You can use this number to check the status of your PAN allotment request.

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number

To get a PAN card using your Aadhaar number, you must first ensure that your Aadhaar number is valid and that your mobile number is registered with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) database. This is because, during the application process, a One-Time Password (OTP) will be sent to your registered mobile number for validation.

Once you have confirmed that you meet these requirements, you can follow the steps below to apply for a PAN card:

Step 1: Visit the official website

Go to the official website of the Income Tax Department: https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/home.

Step 2: Click on the 'Instant PAN through Aadhaar' icon

On the left-hand side of the webpage, under the 'Quick Links' section, you will find the 'Instant PAN through Aadhaar' icon. Click on this icon.

Step 3: Click on the 'Get New PAN' icon

On the next page, click on the 'Get New PAN' icon to initiate the application process.

Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number

In the designated field, carefully enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. The Aadhaar number is a random, unique identification number issued by the UIDAI to residents of India. It is important to ensure that your Aadhaar number is correct, as it will be used to verify your identity.

Step 5: Enter the Captcha

To continue, you will need to complete the Captcha security check. This step helps ensure that your application is not a robot or automated system attempting to access the website.

Step 6: Click on 'I Confirm'

By clicking on 'I Confirm,' you are agreeing to the terms and conditions outlined on the webpage. Please ensure that you have read and understood these conditions before proceeding.

Step 7: Generate an Aadhaar OTP

Click on the 'Generate Aadhaar OTP' button to receive a One-Time Password on your registered mobile number. This OTP will be used to validate your Aadhaar details.

Step 8: Enter the received OTP

In the designated field, enter the OTP that you received on your registered mobile number.

Step 9: Validate your Aadhaar details

After entering the OTP, click on the 'Validate' button to verify your Aadhaar details. This step ensures that your Aadhaar information is accurate and up-to-date.

Upon successful submission of all the above details, you will receive an acknowledgment number on your registered mobile number and email ID. This acknowledgment number can be used to track the status of your PAN card application.

Please note that the entire process of obtaining an instant PAN card through the Aadhaar facility is paperless and free of cost. Additionally, ensure that your Aadhaar number is not linked to any other PAN to avoid issues during the application process.

Validate the OTP sent to your registered mobile number

To get a PAN card with your Aadhaar number, you must validate the one-time password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number. Here is a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to do this:

Validating the OTP

• After entering your Aadhaar number and accepting the terms and conditions, click on the “Continue” button.
• You will receive an Aadhaar OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP and click on the checkbox followed by the “Continue” button.
• If your email ID is not validated, click on “Validate email ID”. Select the checkbox and click on the “Continue” button.

After OTP Validation

• Once you have submitted your Aadhaar details, you will be given an acknowledgement number.
• Using this acknowledgement number, you can track the status of your PAN card application.
• Visit the official e-filing homepage of the IT department (www.incometax.gov.in).
• Click on the “Instant E-PAN” option under the “Quick Links” section.
• Click on the “Check Status/Download PAN” button.
• Enter your valid Aadhaar number and the captcha code.
• Validate your request by entering the OTP received on your registered mobile number within the specified time limit.
• Select the checkbox and click on the “Continue” button to proceed to the next page.
• You will be redirected to a new page where you can check the status of your PAN allotment request.
• If your PAN allotment was successful, a PDF link will be generated within 10 minutes to download your PAN file.

Please note that the PDF file containing your PAN is password-protected. To open the file, use your date of birth in the format "DDMMYYYY" as the password.

Download your e-PAN

To download your e-PAN, you must first visit the e-Filing portal homepage and click on the 'Instant e-PAN' option. On the e-PAN page, click on the 'Check Status/Download PAN' option.

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click 'Continue'. On the OTP validation page, enter the 6-digit OTP sent to your mobile number registered with Aadhaar and click 'Continue' again.

You will then be able to see the status of your e-PAN request. If your e-PAN has been generated and allotted, click on the 'View e-PAN' option to view it or the 'Download e-PAN' option to download a copy.

Alternatively, you can download your e-PAN by logging in to the e-Filing portal using your User ID and password.

It is important to note that if you did not validate your email ID (as per your Aadhaar KYC) when generating your e-PAN, or while updating PAN details, it is compulsory to do so during registration.

The entire process is paperless and free of cost. The applicant is not required to upload any documents.

The e-PAN received will contain a QR code with the applicant's demographic details, such as name, date of birth, and photograph. These details can be accessed through a QR code reader. This e-PAN is a valid proof of PAN and is similar to the PAN issued by the Income Tax Department through other modes.

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