A Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique alphanumeric code that serves multiple purposes, such as being a proof of identity, opening a bank account, buying a car, and paying taxes. Some common PAN card mistakes while applying for the card include-incorrect inputs of name, PIN code, the incorrect format of a photograph, etc.
While filling out details, one must rectify mistakes by visiting the NSDL official website and updating the required credentials. A step-by-step guide follows.
Here are the pointers describing common mistakes to avoid while applying for a PAN card:
Follow the list of steps below to rectify mistakes in your PAN card:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NSDL.
Step 2: Click on ‘Application Type’
Step 3: Now, click on 'Changes/Correction to PAN Card
Step 4: Select the category and fill in the details under 'Application Information', including your first name, middle name, surname, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID
Step 5: Now, click on the checkbox confirming you are an Indian citizen
Step 6: Enter PAN number
Step 7: Enter the CAPTCHA code and click on 'Submit'
Step 8: Your registered token number appears on the screen and will be sent to your email ID
Step 9: Click on the button at the bottom of the page
Step 10: Enter the required information left to be filled
Step 11: Make the changes needed and double-check the details
Step 12: Now, submit the form and the required documents and click 'save draft'
Step 13: Make payment to complete the process for correction of PAN card mistakes
Step 14: After completing all the above steps, one will receive a PAN acknowledgement number of 15 digits
The following are the ways to check PAN Card correction application status:
PAN, a ten-digit alpha-numeric code, which the Income Tax department allots to anyone whose income is taxable, has discussed multi-faceted usages. As a result of its high functionality, the government has chalked out easy ways to apply for the card.
Multiple PAN card mistakes are probable to occur while filling out application forms. Deal with these mistakes by updating your information with the help of the steps mentioned above.
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