How to Apply Instant Pan Through Aadhaar

Aadhaar-based fast PAN application method makes it simpler than ever to apply for a PAN (Permanent Account Number) card. The greatest thing is that you can get a PAN card almost instantaneously if you have an Aadhar card—and it's all done online. Long paperwork and line waiting are over! We'll take you through the easy process of applying for an immediate PAN using your Aadhaar card in this article. So continue reading to learn how to get your PAN card without delay and in a timely manner.

Why use Aadhaar for Instant PAN?

To establish a bank account, form a company or LLP, file income tax returns, conduct certain financial activities, etc., a person must have a Permanent Account Number (PAN).

The physical PAN application procedure used to take between 10 and 15 days to complete. You may now easily get a PAN from the income tax department.  The IT department will digitally sign the e-PAN in an electronic format.

Qualification for an Instant PAN Card

Taxpayers who satisfy the requirements may get an immediate PAN card with their Aadhaar card. The standards are:

• A resident of India is required
• Age restriction of 18 or older for Instant PAN Facilities
• Aadhaar must not be connected to a PAN card for the application.
• The applicant's Aadhaar number must be associated with a registered phone number.
• When registering for an immediate PAN card via the paperless Aadhaar card method, the applicant must provide scanned copies of the papers needed for KYC.
• To apply for a new PAN card, the applicant must not have one previously. The Income Tax Act of 1961's Section 272B(1) imposes a penalty on a taxpayer who has several PAN cards.
• On the day when the request is made, the petitioner cannot be a minor.
   

How to Instantly Apply for a PAN Card Using Aadhaar

The procedures listed below must be followed in order to apply for an immediate PAN card using your Aadhaar card:
 

• On the internet, look for the Income Tax Department's official e-filing website.
  
• Select the 'Instant E-PAN' option under 'Quick Links' on the homepage's left side.
• Two options—"Get New e-PAN" and "Check Status/Download e-PAN"—will be available on the new page. Choose 'Get New e-PAN'.
• You must input your 12-digit Aadhaar number and read the undertakings listed below. Click "Confirm" if you agree with the aforementioned recommendations.
• The website will link you to a different page where you must enter the OTP that you got on the cellphone number connected to the previously provided Aadhaar number once you have confirmed the undertaking.
• After inputting the OTP, choose "Validate Aadhaar OTP and Continue".
• Type in the OTP and press "Continue."
• You will be prompted to verify your email ID in the next step. After entering your ID, click "Validate Email ID." After checking the box, carry on.
• An acknowledgment number will show up on the screen after everything has been confirmed and you have the green light. Using your Aadhaar number, you may check the status of your immediate PAN using Aadhaar.
   

How to Download Instant PAN and Check Status

If you follow the methods listed below, you may check the Instant PAN card using your Aadhaar card status online:
 

• Visit the Department of Income Taxes' official website.
  
• Locate the 'Quick Links' section on the webpage and choose the 'Instant e-PAN' option.
• Make the 'Check Status/Download PAN' selection.
• Enter your Aadhaar number and the captcha and then Click the "Submit" button when you are done.
• Enter the OTP to validate your request. Tick the box, then press the "Continue" button to go to the next page.
• You will be taken to a different website where you may check the status of request for a PAN allocation.
• If the PAN allocation is successful, a PDF link to download your PAN file will be provided within 10 minutes.