A Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is an essential document for individuals and entities involved in financial transactions in India. While the standard process for obtaining a PAN card can take several weeks, the Income Tax Department now offers an expedited service allowing applicants to receive their PAN card within 48 hours. This guide will explain how to quickly obtain a PAN card through both online and offline methods and outline the required documents for this expedited service.
PAN card online in 48 hours/2 days – A step by step guide
The process for obtaining a PAN card online within 48 hours involves the following steps:
- Visit the NSDL official website: Go to the NSDL official website and navigate to the PAN card application section. Select the appropriate form from the dropdown menu.
- Choose the type of form: Carefully read the instructions, choose the form type (with or without a digital signature), and fill in the necessary information.
- Submit your application: Complete the form with all required details and submit it.
- Track your application status: After submitting your application, you will receive an acknowledgement number. Use this number to track the progress of your application.
- Receive your PAN card: Once your information is validated and processed, you will receive your PAN card within 48 hours via your registered email.
How to get a PAN card offline in 48 hours?
The process for obtaining a PAN card offline within 48 hours includes the following steps:
- Download the application form: Visit the NSDL website and download the PAN card application form.
- Fill out the form and attach documents: Complete the form and attach all required documents.
- Submit the form at a PAN service centre: Visit the nearest PAN service centre and submit the completed form along with the necessary documents.
- Receive your PAN card: After submitting the documents, you will receive your PAN card at your postal address within 48 hours.
Documents required for PAN in 48 hours
When applying for a PAN card within 48 hours, you need to provide the following documents:
Proof of Identity
- Passport
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID card
- Photo ID card issued by the central or state government, or any public sector undertaking
- Ration card
- Bank certificate with the applicant's photo and account number
- Central government health scheme card
- Pensioner card copy
- Arms licence
- Driving licence
Proof of Birth
- Birth certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Birth certificate issued by an Indian consulate
- Matriculation certificate from a recognised board
- Driving licence
- Pension payment order
- Passport
- Marriage certificate issued by a marriage registrar’s office
- Signed affidavit stating date of birth before a magistrate
- Domicile certificate issued by the government
- Photo ID card issued by the state or central government, or a public sector undertaking
Proof of Address
- Landline bill
- Electricity bill
- Passport
- Aadhaar card
- Voter ID card
- Bank account statement
- Broadband connection bill
- Credit card statement
- Post office passbook with address
- Spouse’s passport
- Driving licence
- Property registration document
- Domicile certificate issued by the government
- Property tax assessment order
- Accommodation allotment letter issued by the central or state government (not older than three years)
By following these steps and ensuring all required documents are in order, you can obtain a PAN card within 48 hours through either the online or offline method. This expedited process facilitates quick access to this essential document for urgent financial transactions and needs.
