By: Deepti Verma
Everything You Need to Know About Updating Your PAN Card in 2025
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) card functions as a vital identification tool for Indian citizens who conduct financial activities. The Income Tax Department of India issues PAN cards as necessary documentation for tax filing and bank account creation and loan applications and mutual fund and stock investments.
You must update your PAN card when any information on your card proves incorrect such as your name or birth date or father’s name or your picture. Your PAN card accuracy determines your ability to pass verification checks and maintain proper financial documentation and KYC compliance.
You can now easily update your PAN card information through an online platform. Through its new operator Protean eGov Technologies Limited the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) maintains an easy-to-use platform for home-based correction and change submissions.
The following guide provides a step-by-step procedure to explain the NSDL (Protean) website-based PAN card detail modification process.
What types of individuals can utilize the NSDL PAN Update Service?
The online PAN correction facility is available to:
The online PAN correction facility serves Indian citizens (individuals) together with registered companies and trusts and firms and foreign citizens with valid PAN cards and NRIs who already possess PAN cards.
Common Reasons to Update or Correct PAN Card Details
The main factors that drive people to submit correction requests include:
The primary reasons for PAN card corrections include wrong or incorrect name spelling along with incorrect initials.
Date of birth errors.
Typical mistakes occur in the written father’s name.
The information between your PAN card and Aadhaar card does not match.
The PAN card features an outdated photo and signature.
The process involves updating names after marriage for women.
The system requires updates for contact information as well as email addresses.
You should verify that your PAN card remains current with your other identification documents.
Documents Required for PAN Card Correction
You need to present valid supporting documents when you apply for corrections. The list includes:
- Proof of Identity (POI):
You can use an Aadhaar card, a passport, a voter ID, or a driving license.
- Proof of Address (POA):
You must present an Aadhaar card and a passport as well as a current electricity bill or water bill and bank statement that shows your address.
- Proof of Date of Birth (DOB):
Birth certificate
The acceptable documents for proof of date of birth consist of a birth certificate, Aadhaar card, passport and matriculation certificate.
- Proof of PAN:
A copy of your existing PAN card (mandatory)
Verify that the name and other details on your identity proof correspond to your requested corrections.
Step-by-Step Guide to Update PAN Card Online via NSDL (Protean)
Read these instructions carefully to complete your correction or update request.
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Visit the Protean eGov PAN services portal at:
[https://www.tin-nsdl.com](https://www.tin-nsdl.com)
Click on the option “PAN” under “Services” and choose “Change/Correction in PAN Data”.
Step 2: Fill in the Online Application Form (Form 49A)
The process starts with selecting “Apply for Change/Correction in PAN” for citizens of India.
The online form (Form 49A) will appear after the system directs you there.
Choose between:
Physical PAN card + e-PAN, or
Only e-PAN (for those who prefer a digital version).
Start your application by entering the current PAN number then fill in the required information. Select the boxes where you need to make corrections.
Step 3: Upload Supporting Documents
You’ll need to upload scanned copies of:
You must upload a valid Proof of Identity document and a valid Proof of Address document and Proof of Date of Birth document and a copy of your existing PAN card.
Additionally, you must upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature (if applicable).
Step 4: Choose the Mode of Document Submission
Your KYC documents must be submitted through one of three available methods.
- e-KYC and e-Sign (Aadhaar-based):
Use your Aadhaar number for authentication. You do not need to upload additional photo or signature files.
- Scan and Upload Documents:
Use the online portal to manually upload your documents for ID, address and DOB proof.
- The third method requires forwarding physical documents to the NSDL office located in Pune.
Step 5: Make the Payment
The correction application fee for 2025 amounts to:
- The Indian communication address fee includes GST at ₹101.
- The foreign communication address fee amounts to ₹1,017.
You can complete payments using:
- Credit or debit card
- Net banking
- UPI or wallet payments
The payment success will produce an acknowledgment receipt.
Step 6: Note Down the Acknowledgment Number
The PAN correction request status tracking becomes possible through the 15-digit acknowledgment number which will be provided to you.
You need to place the acknowledgment number on top of the envelope before sending the physical documents to the following address:
- NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited,
- 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling Building, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8,
- Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411016
How to Track PAN Card Correction Status
You can track the status of your correction request at:
[https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/pantan/StatusTrack.html](https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/pantan/StatusTrack.html)
Enter your 15-digit acknowledgment number or PAN number and your date of birth to see real-time updates.
Important Points to Remember
All uploaded documents must be readable.
Aadhaar and PAN must be linked for Aadhaar-based updates to function properly.
Make sure your PAN card name matches your Aadhaar name when you update your name.
The physical submission period for this form extends to **15 days** after submitting it online.
The PAN card updated version will arrive at your registered address during 15–20 working days.
Final Thoughts
NSDL (Protean) allows users to correct or update their PAN card information through an online system which provides both speed and reliability and convenience. You can maintain accurate and compliant PAN card records by following the instructions and keeping necessary documents available.
Your updated PAN card serves a crucial purpose because it prevents major issues from occurring during banking activities and taxation processes and identity verification procedures. Update your PAN card immediately whenever you detect any errors or necessary changes through the official NSDL website.
Stay informed. Stay compliant. Keep your PAN updated with ease.
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