Which PAN application forms apply from 1 April 2026?

From 1 April 2026, revised PAN forms apply. Protean identifies Form 93 for Indian individuals, Form 94 for Indian entities, Form 95 for foreign individuals and Form 96 for foreign entities.

Can an eligible individual get an Instant e-PAN?

Yes. The Income Tax Department provides a free Instant e-PAN facility for eligible individuals who do not already have PAN and satisfy the Aadhaar-linked requirements stated on the e-Filing portal.

Where can PAN applications and PAN service requests be made?

PAN services are available through authorised channels including Protean eGov Technologies Limited and UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL), along with eligible Instant e-PAN services on the Income Tax e-Filing portal.

PAN Card Apply Online 2026: New PAN, Correction, Reprint, e-PAN & Status

Use the current PAN service channels to apply for a new Permanent Account Number (PAN), correct PAN data, reprint a PAN card, download e-PAN or track an application. This page reflects the PAN application framework applicable from 1 April 2026.

Updated: 4 September 2026

Important 2026 change: the earlier Form 49A and Form 49AA process has been replaced for new applications from 1 April 2026. The revised forms are Form 93 (Indian individual), Form 94 (Indian entity), Form 95 (foreign individual) and Form 96 (foreign entity). Existing PAN numbers remain valid.

Apply for new PAN

Use Protean or UTIITSL, or Instant e-PAN if you are an eligible individual.

Correction / update

Request correction or update of PAN data through an authorised PAN service provider.

Reprint / e-PAN

Request reprint or download e-PAN where the relevant service is available for your PAN record.

Track status

Keep the acknowledgement or application details issued when you submitted the request.

How to apply for a new PAN in 2026

PAN applications are processed through authorised PAN service channels. Before applying, select the correct applicant category and keep the prescribed proof of identity, address and date of birth or constitution documents ready. Enter names, dates and other particulars exactly as supported by the documents submitted.

Choose the appropriate PAN application route and applicant category.
Complete the current application form and provide the required contact details.
Upload or submit the prescribed supporting documents as required by the chosen mode.
Complete authentication, signature or other verification steps applicable to the application mode.
Pay the applicable fee where required and retain the acknowledgement or token number for tracking.

Instant e-PAN: eligible individuals who do not already have a PAN may use the Income Tax Department's free Instant e-PAN facility, subject to the Aadhaar-linked eligibility requirements shown on the official e-Filing portal.

Do not apply for a second PAN. If a PAN has already been allotted, use correction, update, reprint or e-PAN services instead of applying for another PAN.

PAN guides on AapTaxLaw

Apply for PAN online through Protean (formerly NSDL e-Gov)

Use this guide for the Protean PAN application route. Protean eGov Technologies Limited is the current name of the service provider formerly known as NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited.

Read the PAN application guide

Apply for PAN online through UTIITSL

UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL) provides PAN application and related PAN services for Indian applicants and entities through its PAN portal.

Read the UTIITSL PAN guide

PAN application for a foreign citizen through UTIITSL

Foreign individuals should use the current form and documentary requirements applicable to foreign applicants. From 1 April 2026, the revised new-PAN form for a foreign individual is Form 95.

Read the foreign citizen PAN guide

Correct or update PAN details through Protean

If your name, address or other PAN data requires correction, submit a change/correction request with documentary proof supporting the requested change. Use the current Protean correction service rather than applying for a fresh PAN.

Read the PAN correction guide

Correct or update PAN details through UTIITSL

UTIITSL also provides a PAN change/correction service. Keep the supporting documents for the revised particulars ready before submitting the request.

Read the UTIITSL correction guide

Reprint a PAN card / replace a lost or damaged card

If you already have a PAN but need another physical card because the earlier card is lost, damaged or unavailable, use the PAN reprint service. A reprint is not a request for a new PAN number.

Read the PAN reprint guide

Track a Protean PAN application

Use the acknowledgement or application details generated when the PAN request was filed to check progress through the corresponding Protean status service.

Read the Protean status guide

Track a UTIITSL PAN application

Applicants who used UTIITSL can track the PAN request using the status facility provided for UTIITSL applications.

Read the UTIITSL status guide

Frequently asked questions

Are old Form 49A and Form 49AA still used for new PAN applications?

No. New PAN applications made on or after 1 April 2026 use the revised PAN forms prescribed under the current framework. Protean identifies Forms 93 and 94 for Indian applicants/entities and Forms 95 and 96 for foreign applicants/entities.

Does the 2026 form change invalidate an existing PAN?

No. Existing PAN numbers continue to remain valid. The form change concerns the application process, not the validity of PANs already allotted.

Can I get PAN instantly?

An eligible individual who has not already been allotted PAN can use the Income Tax Department's Instant e-PAN facility, subject to the eligibility and Aadhaar-linked requirements stated by the Department.