How To Change Address In PAN Card Online

In India, the Permanent Account Number (PAN) in India is highly significant for income tax purposes and identification documentation. Therefore, future issues may result from any inaccurate information on your PAN. Consequently, you must correct any errors and inaccuracies in your PAN as soon as possible.

There are many reasons why people alter the information on their PAN cards. Several of the reasons are listed below:

• Name on PAN card misspelt
• PAN card surname changes following marriage
• Change of address
• False address
• Adding any personal information

Applicants should submit the application form to NSDL and the numerous documents needed to update current PAN details. The application and supporting documentation can reach the nearby PAN Card centers across India.

How to request a PAN card address change

Online, updating the PAN card’s address is a relatively simple process for anyone. But, first, you must accurately complete the “Change Request” form that applicants can download from the official NSDL website. 

Changes or corrections to PAN cards are possible for those who already got the PAN number. Therefore, you ought to monitor the status of your PAN card. Corrections must undergo as soon as possible if there are any errors or omissions.

The steps to correct your PAN card online are as follows:

• First, go to the official NSDL website to change the address on the PAN card.
• You can “Select the Applicant” by scrolling to the bottom of the page.
• Choose the category (individual/association/partnership firm/body of individuals) from the drop-down menu before clicking “Select.”
• Complete the form by entering all the necessary details, including your name, father’s name, gender, birth date, etc.
• The fields that you want to change should have boxes next to them.
• You must enter your PAN number in the appropriate box and select “For Paperless PAN Application” if you want to submit your change of address request online rather than on paper.
• You won’t need to physically provide the documents for a change of address because you must only submit your photos, documents, and signature online.
• Choose “No” in the “For Paperless PAN Application” field if you want to update your PAN card’s address the traditional way.
• You will receive a 16-digit Acknowledgement Number and a PAN Acknowledgement Form. You must print out this form.
• Attach two current passport-size photos as well as a sign in the space provided on the acknowledgment form.
• The acknowledgment form, the self-attestation documents, and a check or demand draft must all be within an envelope. Ensure the demand draft or check has an acknowledgment number on the back.
• Write “Application for PAN Change Request – Acknowledgement Number” on the envelope.
• Send the package to the Income Tax PAN Services Unit by mail.
• After receiving the acknowledgment, you have 15 days to deliver the envelope to the NSDL address.
• You will receive an email notification at the registered email address you provided when the NSDL receives and forwards your application for processing.

How to use your Aadhaar card to request a PAN card address correction

To update your name or address on your PAN card to match your Aadhaar, follow these simple steps:

• Select the track PAN card option after logging into the PAN service portal.
• The next step requires you to enter details like your PAN number, Aadhaar number, email address, and mobile number.
• Pick option one next, and you will update your address using your Aadhaar card.
• After entering the captcha code, press the “Submit” button.
• They will send a one-time password (OTP) to the registered email and mobile phone numbers.
• Press the “Submit” button after entering the OTP.
• Using the data from the Aadhaar Card, the address is put on the website after completing the previous step. Then, both SMS and email will notify you.

Documents Required To Change Address in PAN Card

When submitting the application form, the following documents are put in case:

• UIDAI and Aadhaar Card
• Voter identification
• Passport
• Driving Licence
• Photo identification issued by a public entity or the state or federal government
• Arms License
• Identity Document issued by a Municipal Councilor, MP, MLA, or Newspaper Officer
• Your picture is on your pension card.
• Photo ID card for the Central Government Health Scheme and the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme
• Original bank document from the branch with attested photo, bank account number, issuing official’s name, and stamp.
• Visa 
• GOI-issued Person of Indian Origin or Overseas Indian Citizen (OCI) card
• Statement of your residential country’s bank accounts

Along with the PAN correction form, applicants must submit copies of these documents. These can also be used if none of these is available:

• As additional identity or address proof, a certificate in original form, duly signed by a member of parliament, the legislative assembly, municipal councilor, or gazetted officer, as applicable (in the format required), will do.
• Original bank certificate from the branch with the applicant’s properly attested photo and bank account number, as well as the name and stamp of the issuing officer

How much does it cost to change your PAN card’s address?

You must pay the costs involved in changing your PAN details. Both new PAN applications and updates/corrections to existing PANs rate at the exact cost. The following fees apply:

• There is a charge of Rs 110 if the contact information is in India.
• The charge is Rs 1,020 if the contact information is outside India.

How to use a PAN card’s online address to change the status checker

These days, it’s simple to check the status of your PAN application. Simply follow the directions below to complete the task.

• You must sign in to the PAN, TIN- NSDL website to check the status of an address change in the PAN Card application.
• The next step is to go to the website’s PAN section to check their application status for an address change.
• The application must select “Address Change Application” before supplying some information, including the acknowledgment number, name, and birthdate.
• The page will direct an applicant to a page that details the current status of their application for a PAN Card address change after providing the necessary information.

When will you receive the PAN card?

Receiving your PAN card can take anywhere from one week to ten to fifteen days. After that, the postal delivery of your physical PAN Card is put to your registered address.