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How to Know PAN Card Number - Know your PAN by Name, DOB, Email & Number

By Rucha K

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The Income Tax Department, DigiLocker, banks and authorised PAN service providers offer multiple ways to retrieve your existing PAN using Aadhaar, personal details, bank records or identity verification. This guide states how to know PAN card number through official online or offline channels depending on the information available with you.

How to Know PAN Card Number: Online and Offline Methods

Retrieval MethodInformation RequiredExpected Time
Income Tax e-Filing Portal (Login Method)User ID, password and access to your e-Filing accountInstant
AIS for Taxpayers AppIncome Tax login credentials or Aadhaar-based verificationInstant
MyPAN App (UTIITSL)Basic personal details and OTP verificationInstant
UMANG AppMobile login and linked DigiLocker accountInstant
DigiLocker (Issued Documents)DigiLocker account accessInstant
DigiLocker (Fetch PAN Record)Aadhaar-linked DigiLocker accountInstant
Aadhaar-Based PAN LookupAadhaar number and access to Aadhaar-linked mobile numberInstant
PAN Service Provider SupportIdentity verification through registered details24–48 Hours
PAN Helpline NumbersBasic identity verification5–10 Minutes
Aaykar Sampark KendraName, date of birth and other identity details5–10 Minutes
Previous Income Tax Returns (ITRs)Access to previously filed ITR documentsInstant
Form 16Access to Form 16 issued by employerInstant
Bank Account RecordsBank statements, net banking profile or KYC recordsInstant
Verify Your PAN UtilityExisting PAN number, name and date of birthInstant (Verification Only)

How to Know PAN Card Number Using the Income Tax Website?

One of the popular online methods to know your PAN number is through the Income Tax Department e-filing website. 

Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.

Step 2: Click on ‘Login’. If you do not have an account, complete the registration process first.

Step 3: Enter your login credentials and access your account dashboard.

Step 4: Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner and select ‘My Profile’.

Step 5: Under the ‘Personal Details’ section, you can view:

Note: If any details displayed in your profile are incorrect or outdated, you can submit a PAN correction request through the applicable PAN update process to update your records.

How to Know My PAN Card Number by Mobile App?

If you are wondering how to know my PAN card number using mobile apps, you can retrieve your PAN card number through authorised government and PAN service provider applications.

Method 1: Using the AIS for Taxpayers App

The AIS (Annual Information Statement) for Taxpayers app is provided by the Income Tax Department and allows taxpayers to access their tax-related information through a secure login.

Step 1: Download the official AIS for Taxpayers app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Step 2: Open the app and tap ‘Get Started’.

Step 3: Log in using your Income Tax credentials or complete the required authentication process.

Step 4: Verify your identity through OTP authentication and set up your MPIN.

Step 5: After logging in, navigate to your profile section to view your PAN-linked taxpayer details.

Method 2: Using the MyPAN App

The MyPAN app is provided by UTIITSL and offers PAN-related services, including e-PAN access and application tracking.

Step 1: Download the official MyPAN app published by UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL).

Step 2: Open the application and select the PAN-related service you wish to access.

Step 3: Enter the required details and complete OTP verification.

Step 4: Access your PAN-related records and download available PAN documents, if applicable.

Method 3: Using the UMANG App

The UMANG app provides access to multiple government services and can also be used to access DigiLocker-linked PAN records.

Step 1: Open the UMANG app and log in using your registered mobile number.

Step 2: Search for ‘DigiLocker’ in the services section.

Step 3: Link your DigiLocker account if it is not already connected.

Step 4: Open the ‘Issued Documents’ section.

Step 5: Select ‘PAN Verification Record’ to view your PAN-related document.

Note: Use only official apps such as AIS for Taxpayers, MyPAN, DigiLocker and UMANG. Avoid third-party apps claiming to reveal PAN details using only a mobile number, as they may pose security and privacy risks.

How to Know My PAN Card Number through DigiLocker?

If your PAN card is linked to DigiLocker, you can retrieve your PAN number online without visiting a PAN service provider. DigiLocker stores digitally issued government documents and allows users to access their PAN records instantly.

Method 1: Check Issued Documents in DigiLocker

If your PAN record has already been issued to your DigiLocker account, follow these steps:

Step 1: Log in to your DigiLocker account using your registered mobile number or username.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Issued Documents’ section from the dashboard.

Step 3: Search for the document titled ‘PAN Verification Record’.

Step 4: Open the document to view your PAN details.

The digital record will display your PAN number, name and other PAN-related information.

Method 2: Fetch PAN Record from DigiLocker

If the PAN document is not available in your issued documents section, you can fetch it manually.

Step 1: Log in to your DigiLocker account.

Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Search Documents’ section.

Step 3: Search for ‘Income Tax Department’ and select it from the list of issuers.

Step 4: Select ‘PAN Verification Record’ from the available document types.

Step 5: Enter the required details and complete the verification process.

Step 6: Click on ‘Get Document’.

Once the verification is successful, the PAN record will be added to your DigiLocker account and your PAN number will be displayed.

Note: Documents issued through DigiLocker are digitally signed and can be used as valid electronic records wherever digital PAN verification is accepted.

How to Know PAN Card Number Using Aadhaar Card?

If your Aadhaar is linked with your PAN, you can retrieve your PAN card number online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal. Follow these steps to know your PAN card number using Aadhaar:

Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.

Step 2: Under the ‘Quick Links’ section, click on ‘Instant e-PAN’.

Step 3: Select ‘Check Status/Download PAN’ and click ‘Continue’.

Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click ‘Continue’.

Step 5: Enter the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and complete the verification process.

Step 6: Once the verification is successful, the system will display the PAN linked with your Aadhaar. You can also download the e-PAN copy, if available.

How to Open the Downloaded e-PAN PDF?

If you download the e-PAN card, the PDF file may be password protected.

Password Format: Enter your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format.

Example: If your date of birth is 5 January 1995, the password will be 05011995.

Note: This method works only if your Aadhaar and PAN are already linked and the mobile number registered with Aadhaar is active.

How to Know PAN Card Number by Email?

You can get the details of your PAN by using the email facility. To use this method, you must send an email to any one of the below official email IDs: 

How to Know PAN Card Number by Toll-Free Number?

You can get the details and status of your PAN card by calling a toll-free number. Here are the toll-free numbers to check PAN card number:

OrganisationContact NumberTypeTimings
Income Tax Department1800-103-0025 / 1800-419-0025Toll-Free8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Monday to Friday)
Protean e-Gov Technologies (formerly NSDL)020-27218080Customer Support7:00 AM to 11:00 PM (All Days)
UTIITSL033-40802999Customer Support9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (All Days)

How to Recover PAN Through Aaykar Sampark Kendra?

If you do not have access to Aadhaar verification, DigiLocker, net banking or tax records, you can contact the Income Tax Department's Aaykar Sampark Kendra for assistance.

Step 1: Call the Aaykar Sampark Kendra helpline.

Step 2: Complete identity verification using details such as:

  • Full Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Father's Name
  • Registered Mobile Number
  • Address Details

Step 3: After successful verification, the customer executive may assist you in locating your PAN details.

Aaykar Sampark Kendra Contact Details

ParticularsContact Number
Aaykar Sampark Kendra1800-180-1961
Alternate Helpline1961

Other Ways to Know PAN Card Number

Apart from the Income Tax portal, DigiLocker and mobile apps, you can also retrieve your PAN number from documents where it is already recorded.

1. Previous Income Tax Returns (ITRs)

If you have filed an income tax return in the past, your PAN number will be mentioned on the ITR acknowledgement (ITR-V), tax computation statement and filed return copies. You can log in to the Income Tax e-Filing portal and download previously filed returns to check your PAN details.

2. Form 16

Salaried individuals can find their PAN number on Form 16 issued by their employer. The PAN is generally mentioned in the employee information section of the document.

3. Bank Account Records

Most banks require PAN for KYC compliance. You may find your PAN number in:

  • Bank account statements
  • Net banking profile section
  • Customer information or KYC details page
  • Fixed deposit receipts and investment records

Understand Your PAN Number – Meaning of the 10-Digit Structure

A Permanent Account Number (PAN) is not a random combination of letters and numbers. Each character in the 10-digit alphanumeric PAN has a specific meaning and helps identify the type of taxpayer.

Character PositionMeaningDetails
1st to 3rdAlphabetical SeriesRandom alphabetic sequence ranging from AAA to ZZZ
4thTaxpayer CategoryIdentifies the type of PAN holder: P – Individual, C – Company, F – Firm/LLP, H – HUF, A – AOP, T – Trust
5thName InitialFor individuals, this is the first letter of the surname. For non-individuals, it represents the first letter of the entity name
6th to 9thNumeric SeriesSystem-generated sequential number ranging from 0001 to 9999
10thCheck CharacterSystem-generated alphabet used for validation and verification

Example of a PAN: 

ABCDE1234F

  • ABC = Alphabetical series
  • D = Taxpayer category
  • E = First letter of surname/entity name
  • 1234 = Sequential number
  • F = Check character

If you have forgotten your PAN number, do not submit a fresh PAN application solely to retrieve it.

Note: Holding more than one PAN is a violation under the Income-tax Act and may attract a penalty of up to ₹10,000 under Section 272B. Always recover your existing PAN through official verification channels before applying for a new one.

What to Do if PAN is Not Found or Aadhaar OTP is Not Received?

If you cannot retrieve your PAN:

IssueSolution
Aadhaar Not Linked with PANCheck the PAN-Aadhaar linking status on the Income Tax portal and complete the linking process if required.
OTP Not ReceivedEnsure that the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar is active and up to date. If your registered mobile number has changed, update it in the Aadhaar database before retrying.
Name or Date of Birth MismatchEven minor differences between PAN and Aadhaar records can cause verification failures. Use the ‘Verify Your PAN’ facility to validate your details and identify mismatches.
Recently Applied PANIf the PAN application was submitted recently, wait until the PAN is allotted and activated before attempting retrieval.
PAN Not Found OnlineContact the Income Tax Department, Protean or UTIITSL support channels and complete identity verification to recover your PAN details.

How to Verify Whether Your PAN Card is Active?

If you already know your PAN number and want to check whether it is active and operational, you can use the ‘Verify Your PAN’ utility available on the Income Tax e-Filing portal. 

Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal.

Step 2: Under the ‘Quick Links’ section, click on ‘Verify Your PAN’.

Step 3: Enter your PAN number, full name and date of birth exactly as per PAN records.

Step 4: Enter an active mobile number and click ‘Continue’.

Step 5: Verify the OTP received on your mobile number.

Step 6: After successful verification, the portal will display the PAN status and confirm whether the details match the Income Tax Department's records. This facility only verifies an existing PAN number. It cannot be used to retrieve or recover a forgotten PAN card number.

Note: If the portal shows your PAN as inoperative, you may need to complete the Aadhaar-PAN linking process to restore full functionality. An inoperative PAN may not be accepted for certain financial and tax-related transactions.

Final Word

If you have forgotten your PAN, you can retrieve it through the Income Tax portal, Aadhaar-based services, DigiLocker, bank records, tax documents or official helplines. Avoid applying for a new PAN, as holding multiple PANs may attract penalties under the Income-tax Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

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