Have you submitted your application for a PAN card in recent times? The full form of PAN is basically a Permanent Account Number, as far as the official name is concerned. It is basically a unique code (alphanumeric in nature) that is given to all persons and entities who are undertaking financial activities in India. One of the biggest roles of these cards is that they enable the filing of ITRs or income tax returns. At the same time, they are also a must for any transaction that crosses a certain high-value threshold, specifically for transactions exceeding ₹50,000 in cash. It is easy to apply for a new PAN or reprint without any hassles. But how do you check the status? Here are some tips on how you can track PAN card smartly.
Methods to Track PAN Card Status Easily
Here are some ways in which you can conveniently track your PAN card status.
- Call: You have to call the TIN call centre at either 020-27218080 (7 AM-11 PM) or 08069708080 (24 hours) with your 15-digit application acknowledgment number.
- SMS: Checking the status is possible by sending an SMS with the 15-digit acknowledgment number of your application to NSDL PAN at 57575. You will get the status displayed in the message sent to the mobile number given in the application form.
- WhatsApp: Send Hi to 8096078080 and then provide your consent for getting SMS or Emails from Protean eGov Technologies Limited. Choose Yes once prompted by a message, and then click Services – Status of Application in the next message. Then click on PAN Application and enter the 15-digit application acknowledgment number to get the status.
- Online: You can know the status from the NSDL or UTIITSL site without any hassles as well. Here are the steps outlined below:
- Go to the official TIN NSDL site.
- Choose “Track Application Status.”
- Enter the acknowledgment number and the captcha code, then click Submit.
- See the status on the screen.
- This is only possible after 24 hours of submitting the application at your end.
For the UTIITSL site, here are the steps to follow:
- Go to the official website.
- Choose Track PAN Card.
- Enter the coupon/application number, birth date, and then click Search.
- See the application status shown on the screen.
Can You Track PAN Card Status Without the Acknowledgment Number?
There are steps that have been taken by TIN-NSDL in order to enable easy tracking of PAN card statuses. You have to visit the official website and choose PAN-New/Change Request before entering your first name, last name, middle name, and date of birth. This has to be done once you choose Name as the option for verification. Click on Submit thereafter to get the status of your PAN card application.
Concluding Notes
These are some of the ways in which you can easily check the status of your PAN card application minus any hassles. Make sure that you choose the method that is most convenient and follow the steps with care to avoid any errors.