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How to Change Your PAN Card: A Step-by-Step Guide

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If you need to change your Permanent Account Number (PAN) card due to a change in personal details such as name, address, or date of birth, the process can be completed online.

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Understand the Requirements for PAN Card Changes

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Before you start, it's important to know that self-editing a PAN card is a criminal offense. However, you can apply for changes online through official portals like NSDL or UTIITSL. You must also check whether your PAN card is issued by NSDL or UTI as the application process slightly varies.

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For NSDL-based PAN Card: " " " "Visit the official NSDL website. " "Select the ‘Request for PAN Change’ option. " "Fill out the form with the necessary details including your old PAN, updated personal information, and supporting documents. " "Submit the form along with the required fee of Rs.100. " "After verification, you will receive a new PAN card with updated details. " "Ensure you update your PAN details with banks, employers, and other financial institutions." " " " " "

For UTIITSL-based PAN Card: " " " "Visit the official UTIITSL website. " "Select the ‘Request for PAN Change’ option. " "Follow the same steps as for NSDL but with the UTIITSL form and fee. " "After verification, you will receive a new PAN card with updated details. " " " "

Handling Replacement and Correction of a Lost or Damaged PAN Card

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If your PAN card has been lost or damaged, you can apply for a new one or a correction of the lost card. The process involves proving necessary documents and updating your Aadhaar to link it with the PAN application. Here’s how you can do it:

" " " "Visit the official NSDL E-Governance website. " "Under the Services section, click on PAN and then select Apply under the 'Change/Correction in PAN Data' section. " "Pay the required fee of Rs.100 online through the e-KYC process. " "Your new PAN card will be generated and sent within 7 days. " "If you requested a PVC (Physical Verification Copy) PAN Card, it will be delivered within 10 days to your Aadhaar address through Speed Post." " " "

Note: " " " "Ensure to have only one PAN card. If you have more than one, fill in the required details in Item No. 11 of the form and surrender the extra card. " "For changes in name, address, date of birth, or mobile number, the fee is Rs.962." " " "

For further information, you can refer to online guides such as PAN Card Correction/Update Online or browse through PAN Card Correction Process for comprehensive instructions.

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By following these steps, you can easily change or update your PAN card without any hassle.