NSDL PAN Card Status by Token No

Effortless tracking of your PAN card application with NSDL token number - Stay informed, stay ahead.
NSDL PAN Card Status by Token No
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09-Jan-2025

Obtaining a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is a crucial step for individuals and businesses in India. It serves as a unique identifier for financial transactions and is mandatory for filing taxes. Once you have applied for a PAN card, tracking the status of your application is essential to ensure timely receipt. The NSDL (now known as Protean eGov Technologies Limited) provides multiple convenient ways to track your PAN card status using your token number. Here is how you can efficiently monitor your PAN card application and ensure a smooth tracking process.

Tips for ensuring smooth tracking of your PAN card application

To ensure you have a seamless experience when tracking your PAN card application, follow these key tips:

  1. Keep your Acknowledgement Number handy: Always note down and keep your 15-digit acknowledgement number secure. This number is crucial for tracking your PAN card status through various methods.
  2. Check contact details: Ensure the contact details you provided in your application are accurate. This will ensure you receive timely updates on your PAN card status.
  3. Utilise multiple tracking methods: Make use of various tracking options available such as online portals, phone calls, SMS, and WhatsApp to check your PAN status.
  4. Be aware of service timings: Be mindful of the service timings for phone calls. While some services are available 24/7, others may have specific operating hours.
  5. Regularly monitor your status: Regularly check your PAN card status to stay updated on the progress and avoid any delays in receiving your card.

By following these tips, you can effectively monitor your PAN card application status and address any issues promptly.

Methods to check your PAN card status

You can check the status of your PAN card application through several convenient methods, as detailed below:

Call

Track your PAN card application status by calling the TIN call centre. Provide your 15-digit acknowledgement number when calling the following numbers:

  • 020-27218080 (7:00 am to 11:00 pm on all 7 days)
  • 08069708080 (24 hours)

SMS

To check your PAN card status via SMS, send your 15-digit acknowledgement number to NSDL PAN at 57575. The status of your PAN card application will be sent to the mobile number you entered in the PAN application form.

WhatsApp

You can also know the status of your PAN card by following these steps

  1. Open WhatsApp on your mobile and message ‘Hi’ to ‘8096078080’.
  2. You will receive a message asking for your consent to receive emails or SMS from 'Protean eGov Technologies Limited'. Select 'Yes'
  3. In the next message, click on the 'Services' option and select 'Status of Application' from the list.
  4. Next, click on the ‘PAN Application’ option.
  5. Enter the 15-digit acknowledgement number of your PAN application.

You will receive the PAN card application status.

Online

You can also check the PAN card status online from the NSDL website or the UTIITSL website.

Without an acknowledgement number

TIN-NSDL (now Protean) has implemented measures to enable applicants to conveniently track the status of their PAN card online. Through the portal, users can verify the status of their new or duplicate PAN card, even without the acknowledgement number.

By utilising these various methods, you can efficiently track the status of your PAN card application and ensure its timely processing and delivery.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I track my PAN card by token number?
To track your PAN card status using your token number, you need the acknowledgement or token number provided by the NSDL, UTIITSL, or your agent at the time of applying for your PAN. This acknowledgement/token number is a unique 15-digit number you receive when you apply for a PAN or request any modifications to your existing PAN. Having this number handy is essential when checking your PAN card status via mobile number.
How can I download my e PAN card with token number?
You can download your e-PAN card by using the ‘Reprint PAN Card’ option provided by the Income Tax Department of India through either the NSDL or UTIITSL portal. This facility allows you to obtain a duplicate PAN card.
What can I do with PAN card token number?
A token number is generated and displayed to the applicant before filling out the form. This token number is also sent to the email ID provided in the application for reference purposes. It allows applicants to save the details entered in the application form and view them before final submission using this temporary token number.
How to check status of PAN card without acknowledgement number?
TIN-NSDL (now Protean) has made ample provisions for applicants to track PAN card status online. The portal allows users to check the status of a new or duplicate PAN card without an acknowledgement number. You can know the NSDL PAN card status by entering your name and date of birth.
How to get acknowledgement number of PAN card using token number?

The acknowledgement number for your PAN card application can typically be accessed through the official income tax website or portal. You may need to use your token number or application reference number to retrieve this information.  

How can I open my PAN application with token number?

You cannot directly "open" your PAN application using only the token number. The token number is usually generated during the application process and serves as a reference.

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