Whether it’s an order from our favourite shopping app, food delivery, or a new PAN card application, we want to know when it will be delivered.

Knowing the status of my PAN card helped me plan my bank account application when I was a teenager. I was able to check my PAN card status online and was happy to know that my PAN application was accepted. Wasn’t that great? 

You, too, can track PAN card status by logging into NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited) or UTIITSL (UTI Infrastructure Technology And Services Limited) website or searching for the following keywords on the Internet: “track pan card status NSDL” and “UTIITSL pan card status tracking portal”.

Applying for a PAN card 

‍There are three ways to apply for your PAN card:

1. You can apply for your PAN card through the NSDL or 
2. You can go to the UTIITSL website. 
3. There is even an offline way to apply for PAN through the district-level PAN agencies. The fee for a PAN card application is ₹93 plus GST if your address for communication is in India. You will have to pay ₹864 plus GST for your PAN application if you have a foreign communication address. 

If your PAN card application is accepted, you must send copies of physical documents by courier or post to NSDL or UTIITSL. Once the documents are received and verified, you will receive a notification about your PAN card. 

Updating your PAN card

Remember I told you I got my PAN card when I was a teenager? My PAN card had a casual photograph where I looked pretty different. So, I thought of changing my PAN photograph when I landed a job. 

To change your photo or any other detail on your PAN card, you can update your PAN card through the same application portal. 

You can change your details and share supporting verification documents, and you will get a new PAN with the modifications in place. You can apply for a digital PAN or both digital and physical cards. 

When I changed my photograph, I also tracked my PAN status online. 

What are the steps for tracking your PAN card? 

Tracking your PAN card status is as simple as tracking a parcel online. You need to have an acknowledgement number called the application coupon number in the UTIITSL portal. You can also check the status through your Aadhaar number or Permanent Account Number (PAN) (if it’s for corrections). Your PAN status will be available after 24 hours of your application. 

However, the initial form to check your PAN status is slightly different for NSDL and UTIITSL. 

Let’s look at the differences:

1. UTI PAN card tracking status

Follow these steps: 

1. Visit the UTIITSL website.
2. Under the 'PAN Card Services' tab, click 'Track Your PAN Card.
3. You will get to the PAN card tracking window. 
4. You need to enter any one of the following information to track your PAN card status: 

1. Application coupon number 
2. PAN number

1. Enter your date of birth or, if your PAN is for a company, its incorporation date.
2. Enter the details, verify the captcha and click submit.
3. The site will direct you to a corresponding screen to see your PAN card status.

2. Track PAN card status - NSDL

Follow these steps: 

1. Visit the NSDL PAN tracking page.
2. Use the dropdown menu and select ‘PAN New / Change Request’.
3. Enter your 15-digit application acknowledgement number in the box.
4. Verify the captcha and click Submit.
5. You will be directed to the corresponding page, where you can see your PAN card status.

3. Track your PAN card status with Aadhaar 

You can also track your PAN card status through your Aadhaar number. 

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the income tax e-filing official website. 
2. On the homepage, look for the tabs on the left corner of the page. 
3. Click the ‘Instant e PAN’ button.
4. Select ‘Check Status / Download PAN’ and click ‘Continue’.
5. Enter your Aadhaar number and click ‘Continue’.
6. An OTP will be sent to your registered email address and mobile number.
7. Enter the OTP, verify the captcha and click Submit. 
8. You will be redirected to the corresponding page displaying your PAN status.
9. You can download the status on your device.

4. Track your PAN card status through SMS or a call 

If going to these sites and entering details looks like a hassle, you can even check your PAN status with SMS or a call. 

To do so:

1. For SMS - Type UIDPAN <your Aadhaar number> <your PAN number> to 57575.
2. For a call - Dial 022-27218080 and provide your PAN acknowledgement number or application coupon number.

Once your PAN application is confirmed, you can check the shipping status through the India Post website. You will receive your shipment tracking or consignment number for the PAN card. 

5. Track your PAN card delivery through India Post

1. Visit the India Post consignment tracking page.
2. Enter your consignment number in the box.
3. Enter the security code and click Submit.
4. You can see the current status of your PAN card shipment.

Depending on where you have applied, you can download your PAN from NSDL or UTIITSL website. You can download PAN for free if your PAN card allotment or changes are confirmed within the last thirty days. Even if you have made the application or changes previously, you can still download e-PAN by paying a nominal fee of ₹8.26. 

So, you got your PAN card delivered? Now, you can avail yourself of the numerous features of Fi Money by opening a Fi-Federal Savings account. The Fi Money app has several features including Jars — where you can auto-save for your short-term goals through deposits. 

Conclusion

Application and tracking go hand-in-hand. So, when you have made a PAN card application, you might want to check its status and ensure that any mismatch in your application gets sorted and you get the confirmation. With the multiple ways of tracking your PAN status online, I am sure you can choose the one that’s convenient for you. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I get PAN card in 2 days?

Usually, you can get a PAN card in 2 days through the 'Tatkal' offered by the Income Tax Department of India. You can apply online using the NSDL or UTIITSL portal and select the "Tatkal" service. Tatkal  is a fast-track option with additional fees. You will need to provide additional documents and complete the process within the specified time. However, processing time may vary depending on the demand and backlog for this service.

2. How can I track my PAN card delivery?

You can track your PAN card delivery by following these steps:

a. Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department of India: https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/
b. Click on the "Track PAN/TAN Application Status" option.
c. Enter your 15-digit acknowledgment number and captcha code.
d. Click on the "Submit" button to view the status of your PAN card delivery.

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Note: You can also track the delivery of your PAN card by calling the customer care number of the TIN-NSDL (Tax Information Network - National Securities Depository Limited) at 020-27218080

3. Will PAN card be delivered home?

As long as your address and other details are correct, your PAN card can be delivered to your home by the post.

4. Can we find PAN number by phone number?

Your PAN card is linked to your financial details and is kept confidential. Your PAN number cannot be retrieved using just a phone number. In order to take your phone number's help in finding your PAN, you can try this -

• Step 1: Visit the official website of Income Tax E-Filing at https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/
• Step 2: Click on “Know Your PAN” under section “Quick Links” displayed on the left side of the screen.
• Step 3: After that enter all the details including name, date of birth and mobile number.
• Step 4: You will receive OTP on your registered mobile number linked with PAN.
• Step 5: Enter the OTP and click on “Validate” to process further.
• Step 6: Now enter your Father’s name and click on the “Submit” button.

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