Mistakes to Avoid in PAN Card Application

Permanent Account Number – PAN Card holds great relevance in India, not only because it is crucial for tax assessments and other purposes but also as a critical identity proof.

This being a very important document, one must ensure no mistakes while applying for the same and if something is wrongly stated, necessary steps must be followed to immediately rectify them. PAN Card is a unique code which is alphanumeric in nature allotted to each individual and company by the Income Tax department of the Government of India.

Owning a PAN Card is mandatory for all, whether they are taxpayers or not. Also it holds a very high significance when applying for a new bank account, loan or buying a new vehicle or property or even making any investment           

This document is of national relevance so there should be no mistakes while applying for it and certain precautions should be made to avoid mistakes. Therefore, go through the complete post to know in details: Mistakes to Avoid in PAN Card Application

Common Mistakes made which should be avoided while applying for a PAN Card

To eliminate the risk of tax evasions, PAN Card is a vital document which is also used as an identity proof, to monitor the financial transactions of every individual whether taxable or not. Any Individual, HUF, Companies, Corporations, Individuals and HUFs (NRIs), Companies and corporations which have offices abroad can apply for PAN Card and fill in necessary details to avoid corrections or changes.  PAN Card has a lifetime validity and does not need renewals.

In case of any mistake made a correction also need to be made immediately otherwise a wrong PAN Card will not be recognised in taxation records thus making it invalid as an identity proof as well. To make corrections there is a fee which is approximately Rs. 110 for issuing the PAN Card within India and approximately around Rs. 1020 if the address of correspondence is outside India.

Below are some of the Pan Card mistakes you should avoid

Incorrect Signature        

A signature is required across the photograph and one at the bottom of the form. The applicant needs to make sure that the signature should be the official signature and nothing more should be added. The applicant needs to make sure that the signature that he uses while applying for the PAN card is the same that he uses on his banking and financial documents. To validate taxation records and for verification purposes there should be no mismatch in both the signatures.

Using Blue Ink which should be avoided

Normally it is recommended to use a black pen while filling the form, many accept blue ink also but this needs to be checked and to be on a safer side, one must always use a black pen to fill the official form. There have been some cases of PAN card application which have been rejected due to the colour of the pen which was used for filling the form.

Using initials which again should be avoided

Instead of putting the full name many use just the initials which can result in the wrong name imprinted which can be unacceptable later. The applicant must avoid using initials and fill in the full details of his name, organisation and other mandatory details required.

Incorrect Name

Many people make this common mistake of putting initials instead of the complete name or making spelling mistakes which would need to be corrected later as this may create a hassle in taxation and other financial transactions. Sometimes there could also be a spelling mistake in the name which surely must be avoided as this may invalidate the wrong name PAN card as an identity proof since there is a different name on it.

Incorrect Communication details

One must double check important details like correspondence and permanent address, pin code, phone number, email and other proofs to avoid correction issues later

Additional Proof that is required may contain inappropriate details

Additional proof that is attached should be verified for corrections in it and it should contain the same vitals that have been specified in the form. For example as an additional proof the applicant is attaching his Voter ID card, license or Aadhar card. He needs to check carefully that the details mentioned in the form purely match with the details of the proof attached to avoid discrepancy and rejection.

Mistakes while sending the photographs of the applicant

Many applicants make the mistake of sending a scanned or an unclear picture which is later either rejected or can create problems. Also a physical picture should be glued instead of stapled or pinned to the document. The sent picture of the applicant should be clear, not scanned and a passport size photograph is suggested.

Procedure to update or correct PAN card

The following steps need to be followed to make necessary changes to correct the details mentioned in a PAN card.

Step 1 – Visit the relevant website and click or download the CSF form which is needed for New Pan Card or making corrections in a PAN Card. The same form is used for both the purposes

Step 2 – Select the correct category, whether it’s for an individual or a company.

Step 3 – After filling all the details appropriately and carefully, he needs to pay the required fees and submit the form.

Step 4 – An acknowledgement number is issued immediately which should be noted for making necessary enquiries regarding the application or correction of PAN card.

Step 5 – The applicant gets options to select from – like submitting KYC documents and do an edging up, submit scanned copies of the relevant required documents or physically submitting or mailing the hard copy of the documents.

Step 6 – You can choose from what kind of mismatch exists on the PAN card

Step 7 – Supply the proof of the mismatch quoted or the area that required a correction

Step 8 – A declaration needs to read, signed and acknowledged after which it needs to be submitted.

Step 9 – After submitting the appropriate documents and paying the required fee and acknowledgment slip will be generated and then the applicant needs to wit for the changes to take place and get a new PAN card issues as soon as possible.

Documents required to change relevant details like name, address, DOB, father’s name etc.

Type of Change in PAN card request	Documents Required
Change in Name of Individual	Certificate of name change by a gazetted officer or publication of the same in an official gazette
Change in Date of Birth	ID proof like birth certificate or passport or any other supporting document with the correct date of birth
Change in Change of Name due to marriage	Marriage certificate, Invitation card of the wedding or a certified copy of marriage by the gazetted officer
Change in name of the company or firm	Certificate from the registrar of companies along with an updated partnership deed.

Documents that pass off as identity proof or supporting documents accepted to make relevant changes in PAN Card

Proof of Identity	Proof of address	Proof of Date of Birth	Proof of PAN
Aadhar card issued by UIDAI	Aadhar card issued by UIDAI	Aadhar card issued by UIDAI	PAN Card
Voter ID Card	Voter ID Card	Voter ID Card	PAN Allotment Letter
Driving License	Driving License	Driving License
Passport	Passport	Passport
Ration Card having photograph of the applicant	Passport of the spouse	Mark sheet of class 10 or matriculation certificate
Arm’s License	Post office passbook including address of the applicant	Birth certificate
Any Photo identity card issued by the Central Govt, state government or public sector undertaking	Tax assessment Order of the latest property	Any Photo identity card issued by the Central Govt, state government or public sector undertaking
Pensioner card having a photograph of the applicant	A government issued domicile certificate	A government issued domicile certificate
Central Govt. health service scheme card or Ex-serviceman contributory health scheme card with photograph of the applicant	Allotment letter of accommodation issues by the central govt, state govt of maximum three years	Affidavit before a magistrate stating the date of birth
	Document of property registration	Marriage certificate
		Central Govt. health service scheme card or Ex-serviceman contributory health scheme card with photograph of the applicant

So, this is all about Mistakes to Avoid in PAN Card Application

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