Free tool
PAN Format Checker
Format Validation Tool Only
This tool does not verify PAN with the Income Tax Department. It only checks whether the entered PAN follows the correct format (5 letters + 4 digits + 1 letter). For official PAN verification, visit incometax.gov.in or use the NSDL/UTIITSL portal.
Check PAN format
Check the structure of a 10-character PAN. This does not confirm identity or official status. Example format: ABCDE1234F
How to Apply for a New PAN
Submit Application
Fill Form 49A (for Indians) or Form 49AA (for foreign citizens) online at NSDL or UTIITSL portal.
Upload Documents
Upload ID proof, address proof, date of birth proof, and passport-size photograph.
Aadhaar e-KYC (Optional)
If you have Aadhaar, use e-KYC for instant PAN allotment without submitting documents.
Make Payment & Submit
Pay the fee (Rs. 93 for Indian address, Rs. 864 for foreign address) and submit.
Receive PAN
PAN is allotted within 10-15 working days. Physical PAN card is delivered by post in ~20 days.
How to Link PAN with Aadhaar
Visit Income Tax Portal
Go to the Income Tax e-Filing portal (incometax.gov.in) and log in with your PAN credentials.
Go to Link Aadhaar Section
Navigate to "Profile Settings" > "Link Aadhaar" under the "My Account" menu.
Enter Aadhaar Details
Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Ensure name and date of birth match exactly on both documents.
Verify with OTP
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number linked to Aadhaar.
Confirmation
After submitting the linking request, check its status on the official Income Tax portal. The format checker above does not retrieve linkage status.
Important Notes
PAN-Aadhaar linking
Linking requirements depend on eligibility and notified exemptions. Check your status and the current instructions on the Income Tax e-Filing portal.
Inoperative PAN
This tool cannot check whether a PAN is operative. For a PAN affected by Aadhaar non-linking, follow the official linking process or contact your Assessing Officer.
Format Verification
This tool validates the PAN format (5 letters + 4 digits + 1 letter) but does not connect to the official Income Tax database. For official verification, use the NSDL/UTIITSL portal.
Official linking fee
Delayed PAN-Aadhaar linking may require the prescribed fee of ₹1,000. Check applicability and pay only through the official process.
Disclaimer
- This PAN verifier is an independent tool provided by Bizeneed for informational purposes only. It does not connect to or use data from the official Income Tax Department, NSDL, or UTIITSL servers.
- For legally binding PAN verification, please use the official NSDL PAN verification service or the Income Tax Department's e-Filing portal.
- The information displayed is based on the PAN format and structure and should not be used for KYC, onboarding, or any compliance requirement without independent verification through official channels.
- PAN holders are advised to keep their PAN details updated on the Income Tax e-Filing portal and check official PAN and Aadhaar-linking status separately.