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The PAN 2.0 scheme has been started by the government . Under this scheme, you can replace your old PAN with a new PAN with a QR code. PAN card with QR code is more secure. According to PAN 2.0, Indian PAN card holders can apply for a reprint of their PAN card by paying a fee of Rs 50. The PAN card with QR code will be sent to the taxpayer’s registered email and address. If you want, you can also correct or update your information in this PAN card.
Rights given to two agencies
The government has authorised two agencies to issue new PAN. These agencies are Protek (formerly known as NSDL e-Governance) and UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL). Check the back of your PAN to know which agency to contact for PAN card reprint with QR code.
Apply for PAN with QR code in this way
How to apply for reprint of PAN card with QR code on Protean (formerly known as NSDL)
- Step-1: First open https:// www.onlineservices.nsdl.com/paam/ReprintEPan.html .
- Step-2 : Then enter your required details like PAN, Aadhaar (for individuals only) and date of birth. Select the required tick boxes and click on ‘Submit’.
- Step-3: Then a new webpage will open on your screen, where you have to check the current details updated with the Income Tax Department. After this you will get the option of One-Time Password (OTP). You can receive OTP on mobile number, email ID and both. Select the tick box for the PAN card to be sent to the communication address available in the records of the Income Tax Department. Then click on ‘Generate OTP’.
- Step-4: You will be sent an OTP on the option you select, either mobile or email. The OTP will be valid for 10 minutes only. Enter the OTP and click on Validate.
- Step-5: Once the OTP is entered, the payment option will appear. For PAN card reprint with QR code, you will have to pay Rs 50. Then select the tick box on ‘I agree to the terms of service’ and click on submit.
- Step-6: A new webpage will open where you have to pay Rs 50. Once the payment is done, you will get an acknowledgement receipt. After this, you will be able to download e-PAN from the NSDL website after 24 hours. The physical PAN card will be sent to your address within 15-20 days.
Steps to Reprint PAN Card with UTIITSL
Taxpayers whose PAN has been issued by UTIITSL need to visit https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/reprint.html . Select the option of ‘Reprint PAN Card’. A new webpage will open on your screen. Enter all the required information – PAN, date of birth and captcha code and click on submit. After this, all the steps have to be followed like NSDL.
