To apply for a PAN card, applicants need to submit a defined set of identification documents. Applications can be processed offline or online via Form 49A for Indian citizens and Form 49AA for foreigners. Individuals can apply for a new PAN card or request corrections/reprints.

Different types of applications necessitate various supporting documents based on the applicant's category. Here's a guide to the required documentation for various entities:

Documents Required to Apply for a PAN Card Online

For Indian Citizens:

Identity Proof:

• Voter ID card
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport (self or spouse)
• Driving Licence
• Arm's license
• Photo identity card by central/state government or PSUs
• Certificate of identity signed by an MP, MLA, or Municipal Councilor

Address Proof:

• Voter ID card
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport (self or spouse)
• Driving Licence
• Ration card with applicant's photo
• Latest electricity bill
• Latest landline telephone bill
• Latest broadband connection bill
• Domicile certificate from the government
• Central government health scheme card
• Post office passbook with address

Date of Birth Proof:

• Birth certificate by Municipal Authority/Registrar of Births
• Marriage certificate by Registrar of Marriages
• Pension payment order
• Matriculation certificate
• Affidavit before a magistrate specifying the date of birth

Note: For minors, parent or minor's documents can be used as identity proof.

For Foreigners:

Identity Proof:

• Passport
• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence
• Ration Card
• Pensioner Card
• Photo identity card by Central/State Government of India

Address Proof:

• Passport
• Post office passbook with address
• Certificate of domicile

Documents Required for PAN Card for Minors and Students

Proof of Address:

• Aadhaar card
• Driving License
• Passport
• Bank statement (last three months)
• Utility bills (electricity, gas, or phone)
• Voter ID card
• Domicile certificate from the Government
• Certificate of Address by a Gazetted officer or MLA
• Accommodation letter by Central/State Government

Proof of Identity:

• Aadhaar card
• Voter ID card
• Passport
• Driving License
• Ration Card
• Identity Certificate by a Gazetted officer or MLA
• Bank Certificate signed by Branch Manager

Documents Required for PAN Card by NRIs

• Copy of Passport
• Overseas proof of address
• Overseas bank statement
• Two passport-size photographs

Documents Required for PAN Card Application by Companies

For Companies Registered in India:

• Copy of Registration Certificate by the Registrar of Companies

For Companies Registered Outside India:

• Copy of certificate of registration by the Registrar of Firms or Partnership Deed
• Copy of Registration Certificate in India or approval to set up the company by Indian authorities

Documents Required for PAN Card by a Firm Registered or Formed in India

For Limited Liability Partnership (LLP):

• Registration Certificate by the Registrar of LLPs or Partnership Deed

For Firms Registered Outside India:

• Copy of certificate of registration by the Registrar of Firms or Partnership Deed
• Copy of Registration Certificate in India or approval to set up the firm by Indian authorities

Documents Required for PAN Card by a Trust Registered in India

• Deed of Trust
• Registration Number Certificate by Charity Commissioner

For Trust Registered Outside India:

• Certificate by the Registrar of Firms or Partnership Deed
• Registration Certificate in India or approval to set up the trust by Indian authorities

Documents Required for PAN Application by an Association of Persons (Other than Trusts) Registered in India

• Agreement
• Registration Number Certificate by Charity Commissioner or Registrar of Co-operative Society or any Competent Authority
• Document from any Central/State Government Department establishing identity and address of such person.

For Associations Registered Outside India:

• Copy of certificate of registration by the Registrar of Firms or Partnership Deed
• Copy of Registration Certificate in India or approval to set up the entity by Indian authorities

Additional Information:

This information varies based on the entity applying for PAN and its location. For further assistance, contact the Income Tax Department at 1800-180-1961 or Protean e-Gov Technologies Limited at 020-27218080. Email support is also available for PAN card queries.

Documents Required for PAN Card Application by Individuals and HUFs Who Are Not Citizens of India

Identity Proof and Address Proof:

• Passport
• PIO card by the Government of India
• OCI Card by the Government of India
• National ID Number, Taxpayer ID Number, or Other Citizen ID Number
• Non-residential bank account statements in India
• Registration Certificate by Office of Foreigner's Registration with Indian address
• Appointment letter by an Indian Company or original Employer-issued address certificate in India