How to Apply for a Duplicate PAN Card Through NSDL or UTIITSL

Misplaced your PAN card or damaged the physical copy? You can request a duplicate PAN card online in just a few minutes through NSDL or UTIITSL. The process is simple, fully digital, and does not require an acknowledgement number.

Let us find out how to reprint your PAN, submit a duplicate request, and access your details without any hassle.

How to Apply for a Duplicate PAN Card Online

Both NSDL (Protean) and UTIITSL offer quick online reprint services that let you generate a fresh physical PAN card.

A. How to Apply for a Duplicate PAN Through NSDL

Step 1: Visit the NSDL PAN Reprint page.
Step 2: Enter your PAN, Aadhaar, date of birth, and captcha.
Step 3: Choose whether you want a physical PAN, e-PAN, or both.
Step 4: Verify through Aadhaar OTP or your registered mobile/email.
Step 5: Pay the reprint fee.
Step 6: Download the acknowledgement and track your request.

B. How to Apply for a Duplicate PAN Through UTIITSL

Step 1: Go to the UTIITSL PAN Card Reprint page.
Step 2: Select “Reprint PAN Card”
Step 2: Enter your PAN, Aadhaar and date of birth.
Step 3: Confirm your details and select “Reprint PAN Card”.
Step 4: Authenticate using Aadhaar OTP.
Step 5: Pay the reprint charges.
Step 6: Save your application reference number for tracking.

How to Download e-PAN Instantly (Duplicate Copy Online)

If you do not need a physical reprint and only want a quick digital copy, downloading an e-PAN is the fastest option. It is a digitally signed version of your PAN and is accepted for all KYC, banking, and tax-related processes.

A. Download e-PAN from NSDL (Protean)

Step 1: Visit the NSDL e-PAN Download page.
Step 2: Enter your PAN, date of birth, and captcha.
Step 3: Authenticate using Aadhaar OTP.
Step 4: Download your e-PAN PDF instantly.

Note: A small fee may apply if you have previously downloaded the e-PAN.

B. Download e-PAN from UTIITSL

Step 1: Go to the UTIITSL e-PAN portal.
Step 2: Enter your PAN and date of birth.
Step 3: Choose Aadhaar-based OTP verification.
Step 4: Download the e-PAN PDF immediately.

C. Download e-PAN Using Aadhaar (Income Tax Portal)

Best option when you do not remember your PAN or acknowledgement number.

Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal.
Step 2: Select Instant e-PAN → Check Status / Download.
Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number.
Step 4: Verify via OTP and download the e-PAN PDF.

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Documents Required for Duplicate PAN Card

Requesting a duplicate PAN card does not require multiple documents. Since your PAN number and details already exist in the system, you only need basic verification.

Here is what you may need, depending on the portal and verification method:

A. Mandatory Requirements

• PAN Number
• Date of Birth

B. For OTP-Based Verification

• Aadhaar-linked mobile number
• OR registered email ID

C. When Physical Dispatch Is Chosen

If you are opting for a physical PAN card delivery, you may need:

• Aadhaar Card (as ID & address proof)
• Any updated address proof (if the address has changed)

Fees for Duplicate PAN Card

The fee varies based on whether you need only an e-PAN or a physical PAN card delivered to your address.

A. For dispatch of PAN card within India (inclusive of taxes): Rs 50.00

B. For dispatch of PAN card outside India(inclusive of taxes): Rs 959.00

C. e-PAN Charges: ₹8.26

A small fee may apply for additional downloads on NSDL or UTIITSL

How to Track Your Duplicate PAN Application

Once you have submitted a request for a duplicate or reprinted PAN card, you can easily track the status online through either NSDL or UTIITSL. 

A. Track Duplicate PAN Status on NSDL (Protean)

1. Visit the NSDL PAN Status page.
2. Select “PAN – Reprint of PAN Card” as the application type.
3. Enter your Acknowledgement Number.
4. Enter the captcha and submit.
5. View updates such as:
   
   • Application received 
   • Under process
   • Printed
   • Dispatched with tracking details

B. Track Duplicate PAN Status on UTIITSL

1. Visit the UTIITSL PAN Status page.
2. Enter your Application Coupon Number or PAN + DOB.
3. Complete the security check.
4. View your current status: processing, printing, or dispatch.

C. If You Do not Have Your Acknowledgement Number

You can retrieve it easily:l

1. Go to NSDL’s “Know Your Acknowledgement Number” tool.
2. Enter your name, DOB, and mobile number.
3. Retrieve the number instantly and use it to track your request.

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