Lost Pan Card - Reapplication Procedure

A PAN card is a necessary identification document for all taxpayers. All persons who have a taxable income in India should mandatorily have a PAN card. After obtaining a PAN card, it is possible that the assessee may misplace or lose it. Lost PAN card or damaged PAN card is a common occurrence for many taxpayers in India. The Income Tax Department has provided a hassle-free and easy way for taxpayers to apply for a new PAN card in case of lost PAN card. In this article, we mention the procedure to apply for a new PAN card, in lieu of a Lost Pan Card.

Lost Pan Card Application

If a PAN card is lost an application for duplicate PAN card can be submitted using the Form for "Request for New PAN Card" or "Changes or Correction in PAN Data" and a copy of FIR may be submitted along with the form. Submission of FIR is not mandatory, it is optional only. Follow the steps below to submit the Lost Pan Card application:

Step 1:

You can reapply for a Lost Pan Card through the NSDL or UTI PAN Facilitation Centres or online through the website of NSDL or UTI.

Step 2:

In the case of a Lost Pan Card, complete the form with the old PAN provided at the beginning of the application. Do not submit an application for new PAN card. It is illegal for a person to possess more than one PAN. Hence, submission of the application without the old PAN mentioned at the beginning of the form could lead to a new PAN being generated.

Procedure for Replacing Lost Pan Card

Step 3:

In case of any changes to the PAN, select the box on the left hand side of the form and update the information. In case of no changes, complete the form completely but do not select any box on left margin.

Step 4:

Submit the documents required along with the application. For the Lost Pan Card, proof of PAN must be submitted. Proof of PAN can be one of the following only:

Copy of PAN card; or
Copy of intimation letter issued by the Income Tax Department in lieu of PAN card intimating PAN.
In case one of the above proofs are not available, a copy of FIR (stating the loss of PAN card) can be submitted.

If proof of PAN (as stated above) is not submitted, the application will be processed on a 'good effort' basis even without a copy of FIR. However, if it is found that there are differences between the PAN or the data provided in the application with the Income Tax Department database, the application may not be processed and the processing fee will be forfeited.

Step 5:

Pay the PAN card processing fee. If the communication address of the taxpayer is within India, then the fee for processing new PAN application will be Rs.110. If the communication address of the taxpayer is outside of India, then the fee for processing PAN application will be Rs.1020.

Step 6:

On confirmation of successful payment, a 15 digit unique acknowledgement will be generated. The applicant must save and print the acknowledgement.

Step 7:

Sign the application and place a photo of the applicant along with the signature or thumb impression in the place provided. Attach a copy of the old PAN card or intimation letter issued by the IT Department or FIR.

Step 8:

Send the completed application to NSDL or UTI. The address for NSDL is as follows:

Income Tax PAN Services Unit, NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited, 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411 016.

Forgot PAN

If the PAN card is lost and the assessee is not in a position to recollect the number, then before filing the Lost Pan Card application, the taxpayer should use the "Know Your PAN" facility on the Income Tax Department website. Using "Know Your PAN", by entering details like Name, Father's Name and Date of Birth, the taxpayer can find the PAN.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reapply for Lost PAN Card Online and Offline in India.

If you have lost your PAN card, you can apply for a duplicate PAN card by submitting the "Request for New PAN Card" or "Changes or Correction in PAN Data" form. You can either submit a copy of the FIR (First Information Report) regarding the lost PAN card along with the form or proceed without it, as providing an FIR is optional.

No, you cannot apply for a new PAN card if you have already been allotted one earlier. It is illegal for an individual to possess more than one PAN card. Instead, you should apply for a duplicate PAN card by mentioning your existing PAN details in the application form.

To apply for a duplicate PAN card due to loss, you need to submit proof of your existing PAN, such as a copy of the PAN card itself or the intimation letter issued by the Income Tax Department. If you do not have these, you can submit a copy of the FIR regarding the lost PAN card.

You can apply for a duplicate PAN card either online through the NSDL or UTI websites or by visiting their PAN Facilitation Centers. Fill out the application form, provide the required documents, and pay the processing fee to complete the application process.

Yes, there is a processing fee for applying for a duplicate PAN card. If your communication address is in India, the fee is Rs. 110. If your communication address is outside India, the fee is Rs. 1,020.

The article does not mention the specific timeline for receiving the duplicate PAN card after submitting the application. However, it is advisable to apply for the duplicate PAN card well in advance to avoid any delays or inconveniences.

If the information provided in the application does not match the records in the Income Tax Department's database, the application may not be processed, and the processing fee will be forfeited. Therefore, it is crucial to provide accurate information in the application form.

The article does not provide specific information about tracking the status of a lost PAN card application. However, most government agencies offer online portals or helplines to check the status of applications and grievances.

If you cannot recollect your PAN details, you can use the "Know Your PAN" facility on the Income Tax Department's website. By entering your name, father's name, and date of birth, you can retrieve your PAN number before applying for a duplicate card.

No, submitting an FIR (First Information Report) is not mandatory for applying for a duplicate PAN card due to loss. The article clearly states that providing a copy of the FIR is optional. However, it is advisable to submit the FIR if available, as it serves as proof of the lost PAN card.