PAN Card users can now change their names online from the comfort of their homes. If you don’t have an idea about how it is done, read the step-by-step guide given below.

PAN Card Name Change Process

PAN Card is an important document for Indian citizens not just for tax-related matters but also as an identity proof to be used at some places. PAN Card is a laminated card that is the same size as bank cards and looks just like credit/debit cards too. It has a unique 1—digit alphanumeric code which is issued by the IT Department of India. ALSO READ: How to get a Sony LIV Premium subscription for free in India If you receive your PAN Card with an incorrect name or incomplete name, or if you wish to update your name, then don’t worry as these issues can be sorted out easily. Here are the steps you have to follow-

How to change the name in PAN Card online using your Aadhaar Card

Using Aadhaar Card to get your name on PAN Card changed/updated is probably one of the easiest ways. If you want to get your name modified based on Aadhaar, follow these steps- Note: You do not have to send any files or printouts for PAN Card name change using Aadhaar to the UTIITSL office unless asked for any clarification.

How to Change PAN Card Name Online using Documents other than Aadhaar Card

If you want to get your name on PAN Card changed using documents other than Aadhaar, follow these steps-

SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

How to Track PAN Card Name Change Application

To track the status of the application for PAN Card name change by using the 15-digit acknowledgment number. You can do so online or through Interactive Voice Response (IVR) by calling 020-27218080. ALSO READ: How to get a Zee5 Subscription for free in India Are there any fees to be paid for the PAN Card name change? Yes, fees need to be paid for the PAN Card name change. It is Rs. 107 (inclusive of taxes) if the communication address is in India. While it is Rs. 1017 (inclusive of taxes) if the communication address is outside India. What documents are required to make changes in PAN? Following are the documents required for making changes to PAN Card-

Marriage certificate Marriage invitation card Publication of name change in the official gazette Copy of passport showing husband’s name Certificate from a gazetted officer

For PAN Card name change of any person other than marriage-

Publication of name change in the official gazette Certificate from a gazetted officer

Proof of PAN surrendered if any.

Online Application form for PAN Card name change- https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/pan-index.htmlGuidelines for filling out PAN Card name change application online – https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/correction.htmlInstructions for filling out PAN Card name change application online – https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/instructionscorr.htmlDocuments required for filling out PAN Card name change application online – https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/documents-req.htmlDo’s and Don’ts for filling out PAN Card name change application online – https://www.tin-nsdl.com/services/pan/cr-do-donts.html

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