Last Updated: 2026

PAN Card Correction & Reprint : Fees, Forms & Steps

Your PAN card sits behind every bank account, tax return, and KYC check you complete. When a detail is wrong or the card goes missing, everyday tasks stall — from ITR filing to opening a fixed deposit. The good news: fixing it is simpler than most people think, and brought clear rule changes worth knowing before you apply.

This guide gives you exactly what you need to act with confidence.

Here's what you'll learn:

Whether you need a correction or a reprint — decided in seconds
The new PAN application forms and what changed on April 1, 2026
Exact fees, required documents, and the fastest route through Protean or UTIITSL

Everything below is written in plain English and reviewed by our CA-assisted team, so you walk away with an accurate, valid PAN card — without the guesswork.

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PAN Correction vs Reprint: What's the Difference?

The distinction comes down to one question: is the information wrong, or is only the card the problem?

Choose correction when a printed detail needs changing.

Choose reprint when your details are already correct but you need a fresh copy.

In short: if the data is wrong, it's a correction. If only the physical card is the issue, it's a reprint. That single check settles almost every case instantly — and your Permanent Account Number (PAN) stays the same either way.

Here's how the two services compare side by side:

Factor	PAN Correction	PAN Reprint
Purpose	Fix wrong or outdated details in PAN data	Get a fresh card with the same details
When to use	Name, DOB, photo, signature, address mismatch	Lost, damaged, or faded card
Documents	Identity, address, DOB proof + change-specific proof	Existing PAN copy + identity proof
Fee (indicative)	Varies by card type and address (see below)	Protean ₹50 (India) / ₹959 (foreign)
Does PAN number change?	No — same PAN	No — same PAN
Output	Updated physical card and/or e-PAN	Reprinted physical card and/or e-PAN

Key takeaway: Get this one choice right, and the rest of the process runs smoothly.

Important 2026 Update

What Changed in 2026: New PAN Application Forms

This is the most important 2026 update, and most generic guides miss it.

Under the Income Tax Department (CBDT) framework, new PAN application forms became effective on April 1, 2026, replacing the older Form 49A and Form 49AA. According to official notices from Protean (formerly NSDL) and UTIITSL, applicants must now use the revised forms.

Here's the breakdown:

Form 93 / Form 94 — for Indian citizens and Indian entities applying for a new PAN
Form 95 / Form 96 — for foreign citizens and foreign entities
Old forms (Form 49A, Form 49AA, and the earlier change request) are no longer accepted after March 31, 2026

Does this affect correction and reprint?

For most correction and reprint users, the day-to-day experience is similar, but you should apply through the current forms and portals only. A few practical points for 2026:

Change/Correction in PAN Data still issues a new card with the same PAN and updated details.

Reprint of PAN Card is available when there's no change to your data.

Under Section 272B of the Income Tax Act, holding more than one PAN can attract a penalty of up to ₹10,000, so never apply for a "new" PAN to fix an error — always use correction.

Common question — "Do I need the new form just to reprint my card?" In practice, reprint requests (with no data change) can be made through a dedicated online link when your latest PAN record was processed via Protean or the Income Tax e-Filing portal. More on routes below.

Fee Breakdown

PAN Correction & Reprint Fees

Vague "small government fee" language helps no one. Here are the specific, current figures from official providers.

Protean (formerly NSDL) — Reprint of PAN Card (no data change):

Indian communication address: ₹50 (inclusive of taxes)
Foreign communication address: ₹959 (inclusive of taxes)

UTIITSL — PAN application fees:

Physical PAN card + e-PAN: ₹107 (for dispatch within India)
e-PAN only (no physical card): ₹72 — sent to your email as per Income Tax Department records

Fees differ between a physical card and an e-PAN, and between an Indian and a foreign communication address. Any Easy Return service assistance fee, where applicable, is separate from the government/provider fee — we keep the two clearly distinct so there are no surprises.

Key takeaway: For a simple PAN reprint without changes to an Indian address, ₹50 via Protean is the baseline. For a correction, your exact PAN correction fee 2026 depends on whether you want a physical card, an e-PAN, or both.

PAN Details You Can Update

What Can You Correct on a PAN Card?

You can update almost every printed detail so your card matches your official records.

Name

for spelling errors, marriage, or a legal name change

Date of birth

to match your Aadhaar and official records

Photo & signature

to replace an unclear or outdated version

Address & contact

to keep your communication details current

Father's name / Aadhaar link

to fix mismatches across records

A PAN card name correction after marriage is one of the most common requests. Whatever the field, the goal stays the same: your card should mirror your official identity, exactly. If any printed detail no longer matches your records, a correction fixes it for good.

Common PAN Update Cases

Who Needs PAN Correction or Reprint?

The situations are everyday ones — you'll likely spot yourself below.

Recently married

updating a changed surname

DOB or name mismatch

blocking your KYC or ITR filing

Faded or damaged card

the details are fine, but the card isn't

Lost PAN card

you need a duplicate, not a data change

PAN-Aadhaar mismatch

demographic details differ across records

Old, low-quality photo or signature

time for a fresh print

No case is too small to fix, and sorting it early prevents KYC and tax filing delays later.

Document Checklist

Documents Required for PAN Correction and Reprint

The document list splits by request type. A correction needs proof of the detail you're changing. A reprint needs only your identity proof — no data documents at all.

Here's a quick, scenario-based reference:

Your Situation	Service Needed	Documents Required
Lost PAN card	Reprint	Existing PAN copy + proof of identity
Card damaged/faded, details correct	Reprint	Existing PAN copy + proof of identity
Wrong or mismatched date of birth	Correction	Proof of DOB (Aadhaar, birth certificate, or matriculation record)
Name change after marriage	Correction	Proof of identity + marriage certificate
Legal name change	Correction	Proof of identity + gazette/legal name-change document
Address update	Correction / eKYC	Proof of address (utility bill or Aadhaar)
Photo or signature update	Correction	Proof of identity + fresh photo/signature as per specs

Accepted proofs at a glance:

Proof of identity — Aadhaar, Voter ID, or passport
Proof of address — recent utility bill or Aadhaar
Proof of date of birth — Aadhaar, birth certificate, or matriculation record

Keep clear, readable scans ready before you start, and either request moves faster. Most of these are documents you already hold.

Online Process

How to Correct PAN Card Details or Reprint Online

Both requests follow the same simple path. Here's how to correct PAN card details — or reprint your card — in five clean steps.

Select Correction or Reprint at the start. This choice shapes the rest of the form.

Add your PAN number and details exactly as they should appear, matching your Aadhaar.

For a correction, tick each field you're changing. For a reprint, leave your data unchanged.

Upload clear proofs of identity, address, and the specific change where applicable.

Complete Aadhaar-based OTP verification (Aadhaar eKYC), review your entries, and submit. Save the acknowledgement number for tracking.

Five steps, one submission, and your request is on its way.

Protean vs UTIITSL: Which Route Applies?

Two official providers handle PAN services on behalf of the Income Tax Department. Choosing the right one saves time.

Protean (formerly NSDL)

Protean (formerly NSDL) — offers a dedicated online reprint link (no data change) when your latest PAN record was processed through Protean or the e-Filing portal. No physical form or documents are needed for that reprint route.

UTIITSL

UTIITSL — supports Change/Correction, Reprint, e-PAN download, and a free Aadhaar-based eKYC address update on its portal. Those who obtained an Instant e-PAN from the Income Tax e-Filing portal can also apply for a printed card via UTIITSL's reprint option.

But what if you're not sure which portal processed your PAN? That's exactly where Easy Return's CA-assisted team steps in — we identify the correct route so your request isn't rejected on a technicality.

Avoid These Errors

Common PAN Correction and Reprint Mistakes to Avoid

A few small errors slow requests down. Run through this list before you submit.

Picking the wrong request type — confirm correction vs. reprint first

Blurry uploads — always submit clear, readable scans

Mismatched names — match every detail to your Aadhaar to avoid a PAN-Aadhaar mismatch

Missing supporting proof — a name change needs its backing document

Wrong photo or signature size — follow the exact size specs

Applying for a new PAN to "fix" an error — this risks a duplicate PAN penalty; use correction instead

None of these take more than a minute to check.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What changed for PAN applications in 2026?

From April 1, 2026, new forms apply: Form 93/94 for Indian citizens and Form 95/96 for foreign citizens, replacing the old Form 49A and Form 49AA. Old forms are not accepted after March 31, 2026.

02 What is the difference between PAN correction and reprint?

Correction changes wrong or outdated details. Reprint provides a fresh copy when your details are already correct. In both cases, your PAN number stays the same.

03 Can I do a PAN reprint without changes to my data?

Yes. If your details are accurate and your latest PAN record was processed through Protean or the e-Filing portal, you can use the dedicated online reprint link — no form or documents required.

04 How much is the PAN correction fee in 2026?

It depends on the output and address. Protean reprint is ₹50 (Indian address) or ₹959 (foreign address). UTIITSL charges ₹107 for a physical card plus e-PAN, or ₹72 for e-PAN only.

05 Can I correct my PAN name online after marriage?

Yes. Select correction, tick the name field, and upload supporting proof such as a marriage certificate along with your proof of identity.

06 I got an Instant e-PAN — can I get a printed card?

Yes. Applicants who obtained an Instant e-PAN from the Income Tax e-Filing portal can apply for a printed card using the reprint option on the UTIITSL portal.

07 How do I update my address without a full correction?

UTIITSL offers a free Aadhaar-based eKYC address update facility on its portal, which updates your communication address in Income Tax Department records.

08 What documents do I need for a correction?

Proof of identity, address, and date of birth, plus proof for the specific detail being changed (for example, a marriage certificate for a surname change).

09 What documents do I need for a reprint?

Generally your existing PAN copy and identity proof. No data-change documents are needed when details stay unchanged.

10 Will my PAN number change after correction?

No. Your Permanent Account Number stays the same. Only the details or the physical card are updated.

11 What if my PAN and Aadhaar details don't match?

Fix the mismatch through a correction so both records align. Where demographic data differs, biometric Aadhaar authentication at a designated PAN centre may be required before linking.

12 Can I track my request?

Yes. Use the acknowledgement number (or token number) to check status online anytime. You'll get an update the moment your card is dispatched.

Final Step

Your Next Step: Get Your PAN Sorted

Once you know whether you need a correction or a reprint, the rest is a short, clear process.

Your path in four steps:

Decide: correction or reprint

Gather your documents for the right scenario

Fill in, upload, and verify with Aadhaar eKYC

Submit and track with your acknowledgement number

With the 2026 forms in effect and provider routes varying between Protean and UTIITSL, getting the details right the first time matters more than ever. Easy Return's CA-assisted service handles the choice of form, route, and documents for you — so your correction or reprint clears without avoidable rejections or delays.

Make the choice, prepare your papers, and let us take it from there.

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Sources: Official PAN service information published by Protean (formerly NSDL) at tinpan.proteantech.in and UTIITSL at pan.utiitsl.com. Fees and forms reflect provider notices effective for 2026; always confirm the latest figures on the official portal at the time of applying.

Written & Reviewed By

CA Sagar Batra

ICAI Registered Chartered Accountant · 10+ Years of Professional Experience · 12,000+ Tax Filings

Chartered Accountant with experience in taxation, compliance and business advisory. His work covers Income Tax, GST, TDS, tax notices, business compliance and financial documentation for individuals and businesses across India.

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