How to Check PAN Card Status Online — Track PAN Application

Applied for a new PAN card or made a correction? Want to know if your PAN is active or linked with Aadhaar? This guide covers every method to check your PAN card status online — whether you applied through NSDL (Protean) or UTIITSL.

Method 1: Track PAN Application via NSDL / Protean

If you applied for a PAN card through Protean (formerly NSDL), you can track your application using the 15-digit acknowledgment number you received after submitting the form.

Steps to Check

1. Visit the Protean PAN status tracking page: https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/pantan/StatusTrack.html
2. Select PAN - New/Change Request from the application type dropdown
3. Enter your 15-digit acknowledgment number (starts with your application date, e.g., 080220261234567)
4. Enter the captcha code shown on the screen
5. Click Submit

What the Status Means

Tip: If the status says "dispatched", note the Speed Post tracking number and track it on India Post.

Method 2: Track PAN Application via UTIITSL

If you applied through UTIITSL, use the application coupon number to check your status.

Steps to Check

1. Visit: https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/PAN/mainform.html
2. Click on Track PAN Application or PAN Card Status
3. Enter your application coupon number (provided at the time of application)
4. Enter your date of birth
5. Enter the captcha and click Submit

You will see the current processing status of your PAN application — whether it is under process, printed, or dispatched.

Method 3: Know Your PAN — Find PAN Number by Name and Date of Birth

Forgot or lost your PAN number? You can find it using your name, date of birth, and mobile number on the Income Tax e-Filing portal.

Steps to Find Your PAN

1. Visit: https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/pre-login/knowYourPAN
2. Enter your PAN type (Individual, Company, etc.)
3. Fill in your full name (as per PAN records), date of birth, and mobile number
4. Click Submit — an OTP will be sent to your registered mobile
5. Enter the OTP to view your PAN number on screen

Note: Your mobile number must be registered with the Income Tax department or linked with Aadhaar for OTP verification.

Method 4: Verify PAN Details Online

You can verify whether a PAN number is valid and check the details (name, status) associated with it.

Steps to Verify

1. Visit: https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/pre-login/verifyYourPAN
2. Enter the PAN number, full name, date of birth, and mobile number
3. Submit and verify via OTP
4. The system will confirm if the PAN is valid and show the status (Active / Inactive)

This is useful to confirm PAN details before filing returns or submitting it for KYC.

Method 5: Check if PAN is Active or Inoperative (Deactivated)

As per government rules, if your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, it may have become inoperative (deactivated). An inoperative PAN cannot be used for financial transactions, ITR filing, or KYC.

How to Check

1. Visit: https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/pre-login/verifyYourPAN
2. Enter your PAN details and verify via OTP
3. The result will show your PAN status as Active or Inoperative

What Does "Inoperative PAN" Mean?

If your PAN is inoperative:

• You cannot file income tax returns
• TDS will be deducted at a higher rate (as per Section 206AA)
• You cannot use it for bank account opening, mutual fund KYC, or other financial purposes
• Existing bank accounts and demat accounts may face restrictions

Method 6: Check PAN-Aadhaar Link Status

To keep your PAN active, it must be linked with your Aadhaar number. Here's how to check the link status:

Steps to Check

1. Visit: https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/pre-login/link-aadhaar-status
2. Enter your PAN number and Aadhaar number
3. Click View Link Aadhaar Status

Possible Results

• Your PAN is linked with Aadhaar — No action needed
• Your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar — You need to link it immediately to avoid PAN becoming inoperative

👉 Need to link? Follow our step-by-step guide: How to Link Aadhaar with PAN

Method 7: How to Reactivate an Inoperative PAN

If your PAN has become inoperative because it was not linked with Aadhaar, you can reactivate it by completing the linking process with a late fee.

Steps to Reactivate

1. Pay the late fee of ₹1,000 through the e-Pay Tax portal
   • Select challan "AY 2025-26" → Major Head 0021 → Minor Head 500 → Fee type Others
   • Complete payment via net banking, debit card, or UPI
2. Link Aadhaar with PAN on the Income Tax portal after payment
3. Your PAN will be reactivated within 30 days of successful Aadhaar linking

Important: Keep the challan receipt safe. The reactivation process may take up to 30 days from the date of linking.

PAN Application Status Meanings — Quick Reference

Applied recently? Download your e-PAN card: How to Download e-PAN Card Online

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does it take to get a PAN card after applying online?

After successful application, your PAN number is usually allotted within 2–3 working days. The physical PAN card is dispatched within 15–20 working days to your address via Speed Post.

Can I check PAN card status without acknowledgment number?

If you applied through NSDL/Protean, the acknowledgment number is required. However, you can use the "Know Your PAN" feature on the Income Tax portal to find your PAN number using your name, date of birth, and mobile number.

My PAN application was rejected. What should I do?

Check the rejection reason in the email sent by NSDL/UTIITSL. Common reasons include unclear documents, name mismatch, or incomplete form. Correct the issues and apply again for a new PAN card.

How do I check if my PAN card is active or deactivated?

Visit the Verify Your PAN page on the Income Tax portal. Enter your PAN, name, date of birth, and verify via OTP. The result will show whether your PAN is Active or Inoperative.

What happens if I don't link PAN with Aadhaar?

Your PAN will become inoperative. You won't be able to file ITR, and TDS will be deducted at a higher rate on your income. To reactivate, link Aadhaar with PAN after paying a ₹1,000 late fee.

Can I track my PAN card delivery after dispatch?

Yes. Once your PAN card status shows "Dispatched", you will get a Speed Post tracking number. Use it on the India Post tracking website to check delivery status.

How to find PAN number of a company or firm?

Use the "Know Your PAN" feature on the Income Tax portal. Select the entity type (Company, Firm, etc.), enter the name and date of incorporation, and verify via OTP to get the PAN number.

Related Guides

• How to Apply for PAN Card Online
• How to Download e-PAN Card Online
• How to Correct PAN Card Details Online
• How to Link Aadhaar with PAN