AIS PDF Password
Downloaded your AIS but cannot open the PDF? Learn the correct password format, fix common errors, and access your Annual Information Statement easily.
AIS contains important tax information, so the downloaded PDF is password protected for your privacy and security.
What Is the AIS PDF Password?
You downloaded your Annual Information Statement and the file is asking for a password.
Your AIS password is your PAN in lowercase + date of birth in DDMMYYYY format, joined together with no space.
PAN ABCDE1234F + DOB 5 August 1990
Use your PAN in lowercase, add your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format, and do not add any spaces, slashes, or dashes.
Everything You Need to Open and Understand Your AIS
See the correct PAN and date format to unlock your downloaded AIS PDF.
Learn how to download and access the file from the income tax e-filing portal.
Understand the password rule for non-individual taxpayers.
Understand the password format used for your tax information files.
Understand how AIS differs from Form 26AS and what information each document contains.
Read AIS vs Form 26AS Guide →Learn what to do when information in AIS does not match your own records.
Check common password mistakes and the steps you can try when your AIS PDF stays locked.
What Is the AIS Password?
The Annual Information Statement (AIS) is a detailed record of your financial activity for the year.
It shows salary, interest earned, dividends, mutual fund transactions, TDS, securities transactions, foreign remittances, GST turnover (where applicable), and more. The Income Tax Department compiles it and makes it available on the income tax e-filing portal in PDF, JSON, or CSV format.
When you download it as a PDF from the income tax compliance portal, the file is locked. The password to open the AIS protects your financial data so only you can access it.
You do not create this password. The system sets it automatically using two things you already know — your PAN and your date of birth.
The seal is your PAN and date of birth. Once you know the correct format, opening the AIS PDF takes seconds.
What Is the Exact AIS Password Format?
The Annual Information Statement password has two parts, joined together with no space.
| Part | What to Enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
| PAN in lowercase | Your 10-character PAN, all small letters |
abcde1234f
|
| Date of birth | DDMMYYYY, no slashes or dashes |
05081990
|
| Full password | Join both with no space |
abcde1234f05081990
|
Two Rules Matter Most
PAN Must Be Lowercase
Every letter must be small. Uppercase will not open the file.
DOB Must Be DDMMYYYY
Use two digits for the day, two for the month, and four for the year. No dashes, slashes, or spaces anywhere.
Your date of birth must match exactly what is registered on the income tax e-filing portal. If there is a mismatch, the file stays locked.
What Is the AIS Password for a Company or Firm?
The rule changes slightly for non-individual taxpayers. There is one key difference.
Use DOB in DDMMYYYY format.
Use incorporation or formation date in DDMMYYYY format.
Company AIS Password
If you are opening AIS on behalf of a business, do not use a director's or partner's personal date of birth. Use the official date of incorporation as registered with the government.
How Do I Download AIS from the Income Tax Portal?
You need a registered account on the income tax e-filing portal at incometax.gov.in .
Log In
Log in to the e-filing portal using your PAN or Aadhaar.
Open AIS
On the dashboard, click AIS under the Services tab.
Click Proceed
Click Proceed to move to the AIS compliance portal homepage.
Select Financial Year
Select the AIS tile and choose the relevant financial year.
Choose PDF
Click the Download tab and select PDF.
Save and Open
Save the file. It will be password-protected — use the AIS password formula above to open it.
Best for viewing and keeping a readable copy.
Useful for offline processing and utilities.
Useful for analysis and reviewing transaction data.
You can also download the AIS in JSON or CSV format if you need the data for offline analysis or to upload feedback using the AIS utility. The PDF format is the version that requires a password.
The TIS (Taxpayer Information Summary) can be downloaded from the same section using the same password format. Select the TIS option from the AIS homepage and follow the same download steps.
How Do I Open My AIS PDF Step by Step?
Once you know the AIS PDF password, opening the file is straightforward.
Open the Downloaded PDF
Open the file in any PDF reader — Adobe Acrobat, your browser, or a phone app.
Enter PAN in Lowercase
When the password box appears, type your PAN in lowercase.
Add Your Date of Birth
Add your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format immediately after your PAN — with no space.
Press Enter or Tap OK
Submit the password after entering the full PAN + DOB combination.
Your AIS Opens
The file opens and shows your full Annual Information Statement.
Type the password by hand rather than copy-pasting. Copy-paste can bring in hidden spaces or special characters that block the file even when the formula is correct.
Why Is My AIS Password Not Working?
The format looks simple, but one small slip keeps the file locked. If your AIS password is not working, go through this checklist.
Check the Case
Your PAN must be in lowercase. Uppercase letters will not work.
Check the Date Format
Use DDMMYYYY, such as 05081990, not 05-08-1990 or 05/08/1990.
Remove All Spaces
Do not use a space, dash, or symbol between your PAN and date of birth.
Confirm Your Date of Birth
It must match exactly what is linked to your PAN on the e-filing portal.
For Non-Individuals
Use the date of incorporation — not the date of birth of a director or partner.
Retype by Hand
Copy-paste can add invisible characters that block even the right password.
Re-download the File
A corrupted or incomplete download can prevent the correct password from working.
Log in to the income tax e-filing portal , open your profile, and check the exact date linked to your PAN. Then try again with that date.
What Is the AIS and TIS Password? Are They the Same?
Yes. The AIS and TIS password use exactly the same format.
Annual Information Statement
Think of the AIS as the full raw data — every individual transaction reported to the Income Tax Department.
Taxpayer Information Summary
TIS groups AIS data into simpler categories such as salary, interest, dividends, and capital gains.
There is no separate password for TIS.
You can download both AIS and TIS from the same section on the income tax compliance portal.
Is the AIS Password the Same as the Form 26AS and ITR Password?
Yes. The same formula works across almost every income tax PDF you download from the e-filing portal.
| Document | Password Format |
|---|---|
| AIS (Annual Information Statement) | PAN lowercase + DOB (DDMMYYYY) |
| TIS (Taxpayer Information Summary) | PAN lowercase + DOB (DDMMYYYY) |
| Form 26AS | PAN lowercase + DOB (DDMMYYYY) |
| ITR-V / ITR PDF | PAN lowercase + DOB (DDMMYYYY) |
| Income Tax Notice PDF | PAN lowercase + DOB (DDMMYYYY) |
The same PAN + DOB pattern can help you open multiple Income Tax Department documents.
What Is AIS — and How Is It Different from Form 26AS?
The Annual Information Statement was introduced in 2021 and provides a much wider view of financial information than Form 26AS.
Form 26AS is still valid and still used, but it mainly shows TDS/TCS deductions and a more limited set of reported transactions. AIS goes much further.
| Feature | AIS | Form 26AS |
|---|---|---|
| Introduced | 2021 | Pre-2021 |
| Scope | Wide — covers income, investments, transactions | Narrower — mainly TDS/TCS |
| Data included | Interest, dividends, mutual fund transactions, securities, foreign remittances, rent received, GST turnover | TDS/TCS details, high-value transactions |
| Feedback option | Yes — flag and correct discrepancies online | No feedback option |
| Values shown | Reported value and modified value after feedback | Reported value only |
| Download formats | PDF, JSON, CSV |
Cross-check all income sources before filing your ITR.
Verify TDS credits and tax paid.
Get a quick category-wise summary of your AIS data.
For a detailed side-by-side explanation, read Form 26AS vs AIS .
What Is an AIS Discrepancy and How Do I Submit Feedback?
An AIS discrepancy happens when the information shown in your statement does not match your actual financial records.
Common Reasons for a Mismatch
How to Submit Feedback on AIS Information
Open AIS
Log in to the income tax e-filing portal and go to the AIS section on the compliance portal.
Find the Incorrect Entry
Locate the incorrect information and click the Feedback button next to it.
Select the Feedback Type
Choose the most relevant option — incorrect information, belongs to another person, duplicate, or another applicable reason.
Submit Your Feedback
Enter any additional details required and click Submit.
The system records both the originally reported value and the modified value after your feedback. You can track your submission history under the Activity History tab.
You can also submit feedback offline using the AIS utility and upload the feedback packet through the portal.
Always compare your AIS against your bank statements, broker statements, and dividend records before filing. Discrepancies left uncorrected can trigger a tax notice after filing.
Can I Remove the Password from My AIS PDF?
Yes. Once you open the file correctly, you can save an unlocked copy for easier access later.
Open the AIS PDF
Open the file using the correct password.
Use Print
Choose Save as PDF or Microsoft Print to PDF.
Save the New Copy
The newly saved file can open without a password.
Keep the original locked file as your official record. Your AIS contains sensitive financial information, including income figures, investment details, and transaction history. Avoid uploading it to unknown online PDF-unlocking websites.
More Income Tax PDF Help
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about AIS PDF passwords, TIS, Form 26AS, companies, firms, and password errors.
01 What is the password to open my AIS PDF?
Your PAN in lowercase followed by your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format, joined with no space. Example: PAN ABCDE1234F + DOB 5 August 1990 = abcde1234f05081990.
02 What is the correct AIS password format?
The format is: PAN (all lowercase, 10 characters) + date of birth in DDMMYYYY, joined with no space, no dashes, and no slashes.
For companies and firms, replace the date of birth with the date of incorporation or formation in the same format.
03 My AIS password is not working. What should I do?
Check that your PAN is lowercase, your date is in DDMMYYYY format with no slashes or dashes, and there is no space between them.
Confirm the date matches what is registered on your e-filing profile. Retype the password by hand rather than copy-pasting. Re-download the file if the issue continues.
04 Do I use capital or small letters for PAN in the AIS password?
Small (lowercase) letters only. Uppercase will not open the file.
05 What date format do I use in the AIS password?
DDMMYYYY — no spaces, dashes, or slashes. For example, 5 August 1990 becomes 05081990.
06 What is the AIS password for a company or firm (non-individual taxpayer)?
PAN in lowercase plus the date of incorporation or formation in DDMMYYYY format.
Use the entity's official government-registered date — not a director's or partner's personal date of birth.
07 Is the AIS password the same as the TIS password?
Yes. AIS and TIS share the same password format: PAN in lowercase plus date of birth in DDMMYYYY. Both documents are downloaded from the same e-filing portal section and open with the same key.
08 Is the AIS password the same as the Form 26AS password?
Yes. Form 26AS uses the same format: PAN in lowercase plus your date of birth in DDMMYYYY.
09 Is the AIS password the same as my ITR PDF password?
Yes. ITR and ITR-V PDFs use the same formula: PAN in lowercase plus your date of birth in DDMMYYYY.
10 Will my AIS password be the same for different assessment years?
Yes. The format stays the same every year because it is built from your PAN and date of birth, which do not change.
You do, however, need to download a separate AIS file for each financial year.
11 I forgot my AIS password. How do I recover it?
There is nothing to recover. The password is always your PAN in lowercase plus your date of birth (or incorporation date) in DDMMYYYY.
If you are unsure of the exact date on record, log in to the e-filing portal and check your profile.
12 Can I remove the password from my AIS PDF?
Yes. Open the file with the correct password, then use your PDF reader's Print option and choose "Save as PDF."
Save the new copy — it opens without a password. Keep the original locked file as your official record.
13 My password looks right but still fails. Could copy-paste be the problem?
Yes, often. Copy-paste can carry in hidden spaces or invisible characters. Type the password by hand instead.
This one fix resolves many "correct password but won't open" cases.
14 Where do I check my registered date of birth or incorporation date?
Log in to the income tax e-filing portal and open your profile.
It shows the date of birth for individuals or the date of incorporation/formation for companies and firms linked to your PAN. Use that exact date in your password.
15 What should I do if my AIS shows income I did not earn?
Log in to the income tax portal, go to the AIS section on the compliance portal, and submit feedback on the specific entry.
Mark it as incorrect or belonging to another person. The system records the modified value separately from the originally reported value, and you can track the update in the Activity History tab.
Wrapping Up
PAN in lowercase + date of birth in DDMMYYYY.
Replace DOB with the official date of incorporation or formation.
These tax PDFs follow the same password pattern.
Check the case, date format, and any hidden or accidental spaces.
Most AIS password problems trace back to wrong case, wrong date format, or a stray space. Fix those three, and the file usually opens in under a minute.
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.