PAN Card is an important document for financial transactions, tax payment and banking operations in India. If your father’s name is printed incorrectly in your PAN card or there is a spelling error, then to correct it you will have to complete the process of “PAN Card Correction” . In this article, we will know which documents are required for father name correction in PAN card and how this process is completed.
Documents required for name correction in PAN card
To correct father’s name in PAN card, you will need the following documents:
1. Form 49A (Application form for PAN correction)
- This form can be downloaded from the website of NSDL or UTIITSL .
- The form must be filled out correctly and signed.
2. Identity Proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport
- Driving License
- Voter ID Card
3. Address Proof
- Electricity Bill
- Bank Statement
- Rent Agreement
- Passport
4. Date of Birth Proof (if required)
- Birth Certificate
- School/College Marksheet
- Passport
5. Father’s Name Correction Proof
- Aadhaar Card (if father’s name is entered correctly)
- Birth Certificate
- School Leaving Certificate
- Passport
6. Old PAN Card (Original PAN Card)
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You must have the original PAN card for correction.
7. Passport Size Photo
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One recent passport size photo.
Process to correct father name in PAN card
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Download Form 49A – From NSDL website or UTIITSL website .
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Fill the form – Fill the form with correct information and select “Correction” option.
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Attach Documents – Scan and attach all the documents mentioned above.
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Deposit application fee – ₹110 (online payment) or ₹120 (offline demand draft).
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Submit application – Submit the form and documents online or drop them at the nearest PAN centre.
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Track Application – Check application status with tracking ID .
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is birth certificate necessary to change father name in PAN card?
Yes, if father’s name needs to be corrected then a document like Birth Certificate or School Leaving Certificate may be required.
Q2. How much time does it take for PAN card correction?
Usually new PAN card is delivered within 15-20 working days.
Q3. Can I apply offline?
Yes, you can apply offline at any PAN centre of NSDL or UTIITSL.
conclusion
To correct the father’s name in the PAN card , Form 49A, proof of identity, proof of address and proof of father’s name are required. This process can be completed online or offline. If you have all the documents, you can easily get your PAN card corrected.
For more details visit the official website www.incometaxindia.gov.in .