How to Apply for Pan Card from Odisha

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The Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is a crucial identifier in India, essential for various financial and personal activities. This unique 10-character alphanumeric code is required for tasks like opening bank accounts, tax filing, and identity verification during air travel. 

The Income Tax Department of India, the sole issuer of PAN cards, has streamlined the process through an online application system on its official website. While designed for user convenience, the application does involve a nominal fee. The availability of this digital option has significantly simplified PAN card acquisition for Indian citizens nationwide.

PAN Card Essentials:

• Official ID widely recognized in India
• Mandatory for financial and tax matters
• Online application available
• Exclusively issued by Income Tax Department
• Multiple cards illegal and punishable

Eligibility:

• Indian citizens, 18+
• Aadhaar required
• Aadhaar-linked mobile number (for home applications)

Acceptable Documents (any one):

• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID
• Passport
• Driver's License
• Ration Card
• Government Photo ID
• Bank Passbook
• CGHS Card
• Arms License
• Pensioner Card (with photo)
• Verified ID proof (signed by gazetted officer, councillor, MP, or MLA)
• Bank statement (on letterhead, with attested photo and account number)

Offline Application Steps:

Obtain Form 49A:

• Download from UTIITSL or NSDL website
• Or collect from a PAN service center

Fill form accurately

Attach documents:

• ID proof
• Address proof
• Birth date proof
• Two recent passport photos
• Signed form

Submit at nearest PAN/TIN center

• Pay fee in cash

Track application:

• Use acknowledgment number on NSDL or UTIITSL website

Key Reminders:

• Ensure details match submitted documents
• Double-check for errors before submission
• PAN card will be mailed to provided address

Online Application Steps:

Access official website:

• NSDL (www.protean-tinpan.com/services/pan/pan-index.html) or UTIITSL (www.pan.utiitsl.com/)

Select appropriate form:

• 49A for Indian citizens
• 49AA for foreign citizens

Enter personal details:

• Name, birth date, gender, address, contact info

Upload documents:

• ID proof
• Address proof
• Birth date proof
• Recent passport photo
• Signature

Pay fee:

• E-PAN: ~INR 72
• Physical PAN: ~INR 107

Payment options: net banking, card, demand draft

Submit application:

•  Save/print acknowledgment receipt

Send documents (if required):

• NSDL may need physical copies mailed
• UTIITSL typically accepts online uploads

Track application:

• Use acknowledgment number on NSDL or UTIITSL website

FAQ

How to apply for PAN in Odisha?

A1: Online via NSDL or UTIITSL websites, or offline at PAN centers using Form 49A.

Q2: Required documents?

A2: ID proof, address proof, birth proof, recent photo, and signature.

Q3: Application fee?

A3: ~INR 107 (physical card), ~INR 72 (e-PAN).

Q4: How to track application?

A4: Use acknowledgment number on NSDL or UTIITSL websites.

Q5: Can non-Indians apply?

A5: Yes, using Form 49AA.

Q6: Processing time?

A6: Typically 15-20 working days.

Q7: Physical documents for online application?

A7: NSDL may require; UTIITSL usually accepts online uploads.

Q8: Where to get offline form?
A8: Download from NSDL/UTIITSL websites or collect from PAN centers.

Q9: How to correct PAN details?

A9: Submit correction form on NSDL/UTIITSL websites.

Q10: Lost PAN card?

A10: Apply for duplicate via NSDL/UTIITSL websites.

Q11: PAN not received in time?

A11: Contact NSDL/UTIITSL customer support with your acknowledgment number.

Official Link

New PAN Apply                Click here

PAN Correction Online   Click here

PAN Card Status               Click here

PAN Card Download       Click here

Official Website                Click here

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