Easy Steps to Download E-PAN Card

A Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a 10-digit alphanumeric number that is given to each individual who pays taxes and every company conducting financial transactions in India or abroad. Any tax-paying entity, whether an individual or an organization, must have a PAN card. Through the UTIITSL or NSDL websites, anybody can submit an application for a PAN card. Within 45 days of application, the PAN card hard copy will be delivered to the address provided on the Form 49A.

Once the card is created, the applicant can download an e-PAN card online, which can be used everywhere as a document of identity proof. However, it is not a document of nationality proof. This article will inform you about the easiest way to download a PAN card by using an internet-enabled smartphone, tablet, or PC. Before going deep into the process, let’s learn some basic facts about e-PAN cards. 

What Is an e-PAN Card?

The electronic Permanent Account Number (e-PAN) card was first introduced on May 28, 2020. Before that, you could see the details of your PAN online, but you did not get the card online. An e-PAN card is the digital format of a physical PAN card. However, you will get vast details on the sheet of information. You can also download it in a PDF format (almost similar to an e-Aadhaar card) for further use. A copy of the card is also attached at the lower side of the e-PAN card. You can go for a PAN card download pdf to get a copy saved or printed from any digital printing shop. A QR code is included with the new PAN cards that contain the details of the e-PAN applicant.

If you want to get the details, you can download the “Enhanced QR code reader for PAN card” from the Play Store.

It is crucial to note that it is unlawful to have more than one PAN card. A fine of up to Rs. 10,000 may be imposed on a person who is found to have more than one PAN card.

What is available on the e-PAN card?

There is a lot of basic information available there. Let’s have a look at the information that it contains:

• Permanent Account Number
• Name
• Father’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Photograph
• Signature
• QR code

What Are the Conditions to Apply for an e-PAN Card?

• Only an Indian citizen can apply for an e-PAN card or physical PAN card.
• He or she must be an individual taxpayer.
• Must have an Aadhaar card.
• His or her Aadhaar card details must be up to date.
• The mobile number must be registered with the Aadhaar card.

How to Download e-PAN Card Government Portals?

Your physical PAN card is now available in digital format as an e-PAN card. A virtual PAN card can easily be downloaded from recommended government web portals: NSDL or UTIISL. Both portals will allow you to download with some terms and conditions.

You have to keep in mind that a PAN card download in PDF format will be possible with some terms and conditions. If you applied for or modified the card through the NSDL portal, you will get the download option through NSDL, not from the UTIISL portal. It will show the following message:

“Dear Applicant, As on record, your latest application was processed through NSDL. Hence, you may apply through Change Request mode at UTIITSL to avail yourself of this facility of ePAN or ePAN along with a physical laminated card. To apply, use this link: https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/panonline_ipg/forms/csfPan.html/csfPreForm Or you may download ePAN by visiting the NSDL site.”

However, if you filed or modified your PAN card details through UTIISL, you will be eligible to download it from the latter website. 

What document do you need to keep in hand to download the e-PAN card?

• If you want to download an e-PAN card from any of the portals, you need to keep an “Acknowledgement Number” in hand. When you apply for a PAN card for the first time, you will get this number on successful submission of the application.
• If you already have a PAN card, you have to keep that number at hand.
• The NSDL site asks for the AADHAAR card number to submit a request for an e-PAN card.
• You must learn the date of birth to fill out the niche.

You have to select either “Acknowledgement Number” or “PAN” when you choose your option to download an e-PAN card. 

NSDL Pan Card Download Option Using NSDL Portal

Applicants who applied for a PAN card through the NSDL website have the option to download e-PAN through the NSDL portal. Downloads for any new PAN application or applications for modification are free as long as they are used within 30 days of receiving approval from the income tax department. If not, further fees may remain due. Usually, the current fee is Rs. 7.00 with an 18% service tax (?8.26/-). You have to pay it online, either through UPI transactions or online transactions. Then, they will send you the PDF downloading options to your email address or the way you select.

Download an e-PAN card (valid for PAN issued within the last 30 days).

The applicant can download an e-PAN card free of cost only when the application is submitted within 30 days of the issuance of the PAN card. If anybody requests after one month of the application, they have to pay ?8.26/- (inclusive of taxes) every time they request an e-PAN card. Here is the sequence described:

• Visit the official website of the NSDL and find the e-PAN download option.
• You can also visit https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/requestAndDownloadEPAN.html and request to download an e-PAN card.
• Choose “Acknowledgement Number” if you do not have a PAN number.
• Choose the option “PAN” if you already have a PAN.
• Select Date of Birth (Month and Year only)
• If you select “PAN”, you have to put the “PAN” number, not the “Acknowledgement Number.”
• Put the AADHAAR number in the specific niche.
• Enter the captcha code and submit by clicking “Generate OTP.”
• You will get an OTP on the selected mobile number, email address, or both.
• Enter the OTP and submit by selecting “Validate.”
• After successful confirmation, you will receive an e-mail with the E-PAN card in PDF format.

The pdf is password protected and usually opens with the date of birth of the candidate.

Download e-PAN after 30 days of PAN card receiving.

• Choose PAN from the options.
• Enter the PAN number as you already have it.
• Date of birth
• Put the AADHAAR number in the specific niche.
• Enter the captcha code and submit by clicking “Generate OTP.”
• You will get an OTP on the selected mobile number or email address.
• You can select both to receive the OTP.
• Enter the OTP and submit by selecting “Validate.”
• If everything passes successfully, you will receive an e-mail with the E-PAN card in PDF format.

This e-PAN is password protected, and you have to unlock it with the candidate’s date of birth.

Steps to Download e-PAN Card Using UTIITSL

If you submit the application for PAN card preparation on the UTIITSL portal, you can get your e-PAN card there. Otherwise, this site may not accept the downloading option of the ePAN card. Once you request a change on the PAN card on this portal, you can also download the e-PAN here. Unless you will get a message mentioned beforehand. The 30-day rule is also applicable here. Downloading within 30 days of the PAN card issuance will not be charged, and after that the recommended charge is applicable.

Who can download an e-PAN card using UTIITSL?

• People who have requested a new PAN through UTIITSL
• People who have applied for the most recent PAN modification, corrections, or updates through UTIITSL
• People who have previously registered a working phone number or email address with their PAN record with the Income Tax Department. 

If the applicant successfully downloads an e-PAN card using UTIITSL as per the criteria mentioned above, he or she needs to follow the steps given below:

Steps for Downloading e-Pan Card through UTIITSL

Step 1. Visit the official website of the UTIITSL portal to download the e-PAN card PDF.

Step 2. Select the “PAN Card Services” option.

Step 3. Provide the following information:

• PAN Number
• Date of Birth
• Incorporation Date/Agreement Date/Date of partnership or trust deed/Date of formation of BOI/Date of AOP in format MM/YYYY (for companies)
• GSTIN Number (optional for companies)
• Enter the Captcha

Step 4. After providing the information mentioned, click on “Submit.”.

Step 5. A link will be delivered to the registered mobile number via SMS and/or email ID upon successful submission.

Step 6. After receiving the link, the applicant must click it to obtain the e-PAN card using the OTP that was sent to their email or mobile device.

Download E-PAN through the MyPAN Mobile Application.

MyPAN is available for the Android Play Store and Apple App Store. MyPAN app allows users to apply for a new PAN card or make corrections to an existing one. Users can also track the status of their PAN card.

To download an e-PAN card, you can:

• Find the e-PAN download option.
• Select "Instant E-PAN" under the "Quick Links" section.
• Click "Continue" under "Check/Download PAN."
• Enter your AADHAAR number and click "Submit."
• Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number/email ID or both.
• Agree to validate the AADHAAR details and click "Continue."
• Your e-PAN card status will be displayed on the screen, and you can download it.
• An email will be sent to your email box.

Usually, the downloading option will be available in the email in PDF format.

In these 3 ways, you can download an E-PAN card from the two portals and MyPAN mobile application.

FAQs on E-PAN Card Downloading Options

1. How to download an old PAN card by the PAN number?

 Ans. By using the “Reprint PAN Card” option offered by the Income Tax Department of India from either the NSDL or UTIITSL Portal, you can download a duplicate copy of your previous PAN card.

2. Will an e-PAN be accepted as a legal document?

Ans. E-PAN cards are equally as valid as regular PAN cards. Although they are distributed in different methods, both are the same documents.

3. Can I download a copy of the PAN card online if I lost the original one?

Ans. Yes, you can download the soft copy from the official website of NSDL or UTIITSL if you know the PAN card number. However, duplicate PAN cards can be downloaded using the NSDL Portal, and e-PAN cards can be downloaded by coupon number through the UTIITSL.

4. Is there any app for downloading PAN cards?

Yes, the MyPAN app allows users to apply for a new PAN card or make corrections to an existing one. Users can also track the status of their PAN card. Then you can also download it from the application.

5. How would I know if my e-PAN generation application has been submitted successfully?

Ans. An acknowledgment ID and a success message will be displayed. Please remember the Acknowledgement ID for use in the future. On your Aadhaar-linked mobile number, a copy of your Acknowledgement ID will also be sent to you.

6. What is the fee for downloading an e-PAN card?

Ans. The applicant may download the e-PAN card without charge for the first month after the new or updated PAN card is issued. After that, each e-PAN card download will cost Rs. 8.26 for NSDL or UTIITSL applicants.