PAN Card Tips: How to get a duplicate PAN card, how will it be useful in filing income tax returns...
A PAN card (Permanent Account Number) is an important document that is required for financial and tax-related work. If your PAN card is lost or damaged then you do not need to worry. You can easily get a duplicate PAN card. Let's know how to get a duplicate PAN card and how it will help in filing an Income Tax Return (ITR).
How to get a duplicate PAN card?
Visit NSDL or UTIITSL website.
: You can apply by visiting the website of NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited) or UTIITSL (UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited).
Fill the form
Go to the website and select the 'Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN Data' form. Fill in the required information in the form such as name, date of birth, parent's name, and PAN number.
Upload documents
Upload identity proof (such as an Aadhaar card, and voter ID) and address proof (such as electricity bill, and passport).
Pay the fee
: A nominal fee has to be paid for a duplicate PAN card. The payment can be made via credit card, debit card, net banking, or demand draft.
Submit and get a receipt
: After applying, you will receive a receipt number, which you can use to track your application.
How will a duplicate PAN card help in filing an ITR?
Needed for verification
: While filing ITR, you have to enter your PAN number. PAN card details are used to verify the information provided by you.
Tax return filing
: Your PAN number is important for filing your tax returns. It ensures that your financial activities are recorded properly.
Income tax refund
: PAN number is also used to obtain an income tax refund. If your PAN card is lost, it is important to get a new PAN card so that there is no problem in the refund process.
Contact the Income Tax Department
: PAN card is important for contacting the Income Tax Department. It serves as a unique identity number for various financial transactions.
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