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Important information for PAN Applicant

Do's

  • Do use the correct PAN form based on applicant category: FN93, FN94, FN95, FN96 or PAN CR (Individual / Non-Individual), as applicable.
    • FN93 – Individual (Citizen of India)
    • FN94 – Entity incorporated / formed in India
    • FN95 – Individual (Not a Citizen of India)
    • FN96 – Entity incorporated / formed outside India
    • PAN CR – Individual / Non-Individual – For change or correction in PAN data
  • Do fill the application in BLOCK letters in English only.
  • Do paste two recent colour photographs (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm) in case of Individual applicants, wherever applicable.
  • Do provide signature within the signature box only.
  • If left-hand thumb impression is used, do get it attested by a Magistrate or a Notary Public or a Gazetted Officer, under official seal and stamp.
  • Do quote PAN correctly while submitting PAN Change/Correction (PAN CR) forms.
  • Do provide correct AO Code, wherever applicable in the form.
  • Do attach Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) & Proof of Date of Birth (PODOB) as prescribed under the Income-tax Rules, 2026.
  • Do ensure PoI, PoA & PODOB contain the name exactly as mentioned in the application form.
  • Do provide details of Representative Assessee / Authorized Representative (RA) wherever applicable under the Income-tax Act, 2025.
  • Do provide PoI and PoA of the Representative Assessee / Authorized Representative, wherever RA details are furnished.
  • Do provide PAN of the Representative Assessee. If PAN of RA is not available, Aadhaar number of RA is mandatory.
  • Do write complete postal address with PIN / ZIP Code. For foreign addresses, Country and ZIP Code are mandatory.
  • Do mention Mobile Number and Email ID of the PAN applicant – both are mandatory.

Don'ts

  • Do not overwrite or make corrections in the application form.
  • Do not pin, staple, or clip photographs on the form.
  • Do not sign outside the signature box or across the form.
  • Do not submit PoI or PoA that are not in the name of the applicant.
  • Do not write additional details such as date, designation, rank, etc., along with the signature.
  • Do not use abbreviations or initials in the name of the applicant or entity.
  • Do not prefix titles such as Shri, Mr., Ms., Dr., M/s, etc., to the name.
  • Do not enter future dates in Date of Birth / Incorporation / Formation fields.
  • Do not leave mandatory fields blank, especially:
    • PAN (for PAN CR forms)
    • Aadhaar (where applicable)
    • Mobile Number
    • Email ID
    • Communication Address
  • Do not apply for a new PAN if PAN has already been allotted. For correction or reprint, use the PAN Change/Correction (PAN CR) form only.
  • Do not furnish incorrect or misleading information, as it may attract penal consequences under the Income-tax Act, 2025.

For further assistance :

  • Call PAN/TDS Call Centre: 020-27218080
  • Email: (as updated on the website)
  • Track Application Status: https://tin.tin.proteantech.in/pantan/StatusTrack.html
  • Write to:
    Protean eGov Technologies Limited, 4th Floor, Sapphire Chambers, Baner Road, Baner, Pune – 411045
  • SMS: Type NSDLPAN <15-digit Acknowledgement Number> and send to 57575 to obtain application status.