How to Download an e-PAN Card

All Indian residents can register on the portal to get an instant PAN card for e-filing taxes under Section 160 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Here are the eligibility criteria to apply for it: 

• You must be above 18 years of age

• You must be a taxpaying Indian citizen

• You must have a valid Aadhaar card

• You must have an Aadhaar-linked mobile number 

However, HUF, companies, firms, and similar entities are not eligible to apply for the same.

If you meet the eligibility criteria, then you must get your e-PAN card for ITR filing. Follow these steps to register on the Income Tax e-Filing Portal. 

• Step 1: Go to the official income tax portal and click on ‘Instant e-PAN’

• Step 2: Select ‘Get New e-PAN’ 

• Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and tick the confirmation box

• Step 4: Read the consent terms and click on ‘Continue’ 

• Step 5: Enter the OTP sent to your registered number

• Step 6: Click on the ‘I agree’ box and then on ‘Continue’

• Step 7: Check the details displayed (link or validate email, whichever is applicable)

• Step 8: Click the ‘I accept’ box and then click on the ‘Continue’ tab

• Step 9: Note and save the acknowledgement number on the screen

Remember, if your Aadhaar card only has your year of birth, you will first need to update your birthdate on the Aadhaar portal. Once updated, you can apply for an instant PAN card for e-filing and other purposes.

The income tax portal also allows you to register and download your e-PAN card in just a few clicks. Here are the steps to follow: 

• Step 1: Click on the ‘Instant ePAN’ option on the tax e-filing portal

• Step 2: Select ‘Check Status/Download PAN’ 

• Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and continue

• Step 4: Enter the OTP sent to the registered mobile number and continue 

• Step 5: Check the status and view/download e-PAN, if available
   

Note that for e-filing, a PAN card is mandatory. Once the PAN is allotted, you can use it to register on the income tax portal and file your tax return on time. Here are the steps you can follow to register:

• Step 1: Click on ‘Register’ on the e-filing portal

• Step 2: Enter your PAN and click on ‘Continue’

• Step 3: Confirm you want to register as an ‘Individual taxpayer’

• Step 4: Enter the required basic details and contact details

• Step 5: Verify the details you entered

• Step 6: Set your password to use for future uses
   

With these steps, you can apply for an e-PAN card and download the e-PAN PDF easily on your device. Having a PAN card not only helps you stay compliant with the laws but also allows you to get many financial facilities and products. 

Furthermore, having a PAN card makes you eligible to apply for the numerous services and products available on Bajaj Markets. On the platform, you can get a loan or insurance policy, book an FD, and more to secure your finances.