Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for PAN Card 2.0 Online

Religare Digital — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:01:35 +0000

PAN or Permanent Account Number, issued by the Indian Income Tax Department, is a unique code which works as a proof of identification for tax paying Indians. Anyone, who has the eligibility to get PAN, can easily apply in India. There are no difficulties in applying for a PAN in both online and offline ways. This post will help you understand a step-by-step process to apply for PAN card 2.0 online.

How to apply for PAN card 2.0 online

One can apply for a PAN card in a paperless and hassle-free way in a few minutes with Religare, in a simple process powered by Protean. Just in a few steps, one start PAN application for new PAN card 2.0- apply or reprint or changes in the existing PAN. Start by filling out your details. As you fill the form you will be directed to the official PAN application website.

To apply for a PAN online, one needs to submit an online application on the official websites of UTIITSL (UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited) or Protean eGov Technologies Limited. Both websites have an easy application process. In order to apply for PAN online, a person must go to one of the websites, obtain Form 49A, fill it out with the appropriate information, submit it online, and pay the application/registration charge. The applicant will receive a receipt after the form is filed and acknowledged; depending on which website they applied through, they must attach the receipt with photos, sign it, and mail it to Protean eGov Technologies Limited or UTIITSL.

Understanding PAN 2.0

PAN 2.0 is an update to the original PAN that incorporates contemporary features to improve financial process security, effectiveness, and usability. The existing PAN card holders are not required to apply for a new PAN 2.0. Your existing PAN card continues to be valid.

The objective of introducing PAN 2.0 is to create a single site and centralized system for all PAN-related services. The improved PAN offers a smooth transaction for taxpayers by adding features to the current system. Unless you decide to upgrade for additional benefits or want changes in your details, you do not need to replace your old PAN. PAN 2.0 is made to be simple and easy to use. The application process is quicker, easier to use, and paperless. It will just take a few easy steps for you to apply online. PAN 2.0 integrates a QR code and creates a robust layer of security. However, the QR code is not a brand-new feature; PAN cards have included it since 2017–2018.

Step-by-step guide to apply for PAN Card 2.0 via Religare

Step 1: Go to the "Customer Services" section of the Religare Digital website, then select "PAN Card."

Step 2: Start your online PAN card application to apply for a PAN card in a quick and easy way by accessing the PAN Card Application form on the right side of the page.

Step 3: Enter the necessary information, including your name, mobile number, OTP, and PAN card type (either physical or eCard). Choose between a new PAN or a PAN correction, alteration, or reprint.

Step 4: To submit your application, click "Apply Now."

Step 5: You will be directed to the authorised PAN application platform.

Step-by-step guide to continue PAN Card 2.0 application on official website

Here is a comprehensive, step-by-step process to apply for a PAN 2.0 card, which comes with a QR code for extra security.

Step 1: Visit PAN Request Page

Step 2: Select PAN Application Type - PAN for Indian citizen, PAN for foreign citizen or application for changes or correction in existing PAN card or reprint of PAN card

Step 3: Select Applicant category, such as Individuals, Association of Persons, Body of individuals, Company, Trust, Limited Liability Partnerships, Firm, Government, Hindu Undivided Family, Artificial Juridical Person or Local Authority.

Step 4: Input your personal data, such as title, name, surname, date of birth, mobile number etc.

Step 5: Provide consent for the use of your data

Step 6: You will be provided the token number, which will also be sent to your Email ID.
You need to click on ‘continue’ to proceed to the next step.

Step 7: The applicant now needs to complete the online application in detail. The system will ask - How do you want to submit your PAN application documents? The options that need to be selected are - a) Aadhaar-based Online PAN Application (using Aadhaar details for verification/eKYC); b) PAN Application with supporting documents (Scan, Upload and eSign); c) Fill the PAN Application online and courier or speed post the application along with the required supporting documents.

Step 8: Choose how you need to receive your PAN card from the options – a) Physical copy sent to your home address and the soft copy to your email ID (Fees applicable) or b) Only soft copy on your email ID (Fees applicable)

Step 9: Fill the details of your parents (Applicable only for Individual applicants)

Step 10: The payment page will show up after the PAN card application has been submitted. Pay the necessary fees and choose your payment method. Credit/debit cards, demand drafts, or net-banking can be used to pay. An acknowledgment will appear if your payment is successful, allowing you to view the progress of your application. It will be delivered to your email address as well.

Step 11: You can track the application with the help of the Token number provided.

Conclusion

The main objective of the PAN 2.0 program is to use electronic governance to revolutionize taxpayer registration services. It will increase service effectiveness and accessibility for the PAN applicant. In comparison to traditional PAN, PAN 2.0 will make use of cutting-edge digital technology, providing features, such as online accessibility, safe storage through the required PAN Data Vault, and a digital verification mechanism via QR code to streamline its use in tax-related matters and financial procedures. Though current PAN cardholders are not required to get a new PAN 2.0 card, an updated PAN card can assist in increasing security and guard against fraudulent activities.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for PAN Card 2.0 Online

How to apply for PAN card 2.0 online

Understanding PAN 2.0

Step-by-step guide to apply for PAN Card 2.0 via Religare

Step-by-step guide to continue PAN Card 2.0 application on official website

Conclusion