PAN card for minors can be obtained by their parents or guardians by applying through the NSDL website or a PAN centre. It requires proof of age, identity and address.
New Delhi. PAN (Permanent Account Number) card is an important identity card issued by the Income Tax Department of India. It is required to open a bank account, pay taxes and obtain loans. Generally, this card is issued to adults, but minors (below 18 years of age) can also apply for it, especially for educational and financial purposes.
PAN card application for a minor is done by his/her parent or legal guardian. The process is the same as for adults, although some additional documents are required.
Online Application Process
- Go to NSDL website: NSDL PAN Services.
- Choose “New PAN – Indian Citizen (Form 49A)” and select “Individual”.
- Fill in the name of the minor, contact details of the parents and click on “Submit”.
- Choose the option to upload the required documents and select if physical PAN card is required.
- Fill in the details of the minor and parents, then upload the documents.
- Pay the application fee through debit card, credit card or net banking.
- You will receive an identification number after the payment.
- If you have opted to submit physical documents, send the documents to the Income Tax PAN Services Unit in Pune.
Documents required for Minor PAN Card
Age Proof: Aadhaar Card, Birth Certificate, Passport, or School Marksheet.
Address Proof: Passport, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, or Utility Bill less than 3 months old.
Offline Application Process
- Download Form 49A from the NSDL website.
- Fill in all the required details correctly.
- Attach the document along with identity proof, address proof, birth proof, and two passport size photographs.
- Submit it at the nearest PAN Centre (TIN Facilitation Centre) and pay the application fee.
PAN card for minor is an important financial tool that helps parents to manage the financial affairs of the child in an effective manner. As soon as the child attains majority, this PAN card remains valid for all financial activities in future.
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