Permanent Account Number
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a ten-digit alphanumeric number, issued in the form of a laminated tamper proof card, by the Income Tax Department of India. The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is unique to an individual or entity and it is valid across India.

Is PAN number always 10 digit?

PAN is a 10-digit special number, which comes as a laminated card. The Income Tax department uses a special process to assign a PAN. Each PAN card with 10 digits is made up of numbers and letters. In this, the first five characters are always letters, then the next four characters are numericals and then one letter.

What is an Indian PAN number?

PAN is a ten-digit unique alphanumeric number issued by the Income Tax Department. PAN is issued in the form of a laminated plastic card (commonly known as PAN card). Out of the first five characters, the first three characters represent the alphabetic series running from AAA to ZZZ.

What is PAN card 15 digit number?

The Pan Card Acknowledgement Number is a 15-digit number which a person receives after applying for Pan Card either via NSDL or UTIITSL. When Pan application is submitted through NSDL a 15 digit acknowledgement number is generated.

What is the PAN number format?

Structure of PAN The PAN (or PAN number) is a ten-character long alpha-numeric unique identifier. The first five characters are letters (in uppercase by default), followed by four numerals, and the last (tenth) character is a letter. The fourth character identifies the type of holder of the card.

How can I find my PAN number?

Steps to follow are:

  1. On the e-Filing website, click on “Know Your PAN”.
  2. Enter your Date of Birth or Date of incorporation in DD/MM/YYYY format.
  3. Enter your surname first, then enter your middle name and first name.
  4. Enter the Captcha Code as shown on the screen.
  5. Click on submit. You will Receive the Following Details:

How do I know my PAN card number?

How can I know my PAN number online?

Online P​AN Verification

  1. Step-1. Logon to ‘e-Filing’ Portal
  2. Step-2. Click on ‘Verify Your PAN details’ hyperlink from the ‘Quick Links’ Section.
  3. Step-3. Enter the PAN, Full Name (As per PAN), Date of Birth and Choose the ‘Status’ as applicable.
  4. Step-4.