Permanent Account Number (PAN)

Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a ten-digit alphanumeric number, issued in the form of a laminated card, by the Income Tax Department. PAN is an all India, unique number permanent for an individual's life, and will not change with change of address or station, or change of Assessing Officer, etc.
A PAN number is essential for filing returns. It is mandatory to quote PAN on return of income, all correspondence with any income tax authority.

Online services:

• Application for PAN card online 

• AO Search Details

• Search for PAN card Application Center

• Search for PAN card details online