Pan Card Name Change Process

1. Pan Card Name Change Process There may be many reasons for the name change in PAN card. Changing the name may seem like a lot of paperwork, especially when it comes to updating important documents like your PAN card. Whether it is marriage, change of surname, spelling mistake or any other reason, it is important to ensure that the name on your PAN card is correct. This process of changing the name may seem complicated, but it is much easier than you think. By following a simple, step-by-step process, you can easily update your new name on PAN card and organize your financial records. Online PAN Card Name Change Process Information about online name change in PAN card The most convenient way to apply for the change is through the online portal. ● Visit the portal and choose the form- First, visit the official website of UTIITSL and choose the option of PAN card name change or correction form. Then fill the form. ● Fill the form- Carefully fill the request form for name change or correction in PAN card. You have to tick the box given next to the name field to indicate that you are

2. requesting a name change. Fill the online form on the website in which you have to fill your old name, new name, PAN card number and all the information asked in that form. ● Upload documents and pay the fee. After filling the name change form, the online process requires you to upload scanned copies of the required documents including identity proof, address and documents proving your name change (such as marriage certificate, gazette notification) and pay the required fee. ● After filling the PAN card name change form and paying the fees, you will be given a tracking number through which you can track the status of your application. Offline PAN Card Name Change Process Information about offline name change in PAN card To name change in PAN card offline, follow these steps: 1. If you want to change the name in PAN card offline, first you need to download the correction form from the website ofNSDL or UTIITSL or get it from a local PAN center, post office or bank. 2. Fill in the new, correct name and other required details in the form. 3. Keep a copy of all the supporting documents related to the name change (such as name change gazette notification and marriage certificate) along with the form. 4. After filling the PAN card correction form, submit it to any of your nearest banks or post offices. Your new PAN card will be sent to your address within a few days of submission of the form.

3. Gazette Notification for PAN Card Name Change Information about the process of Gazette Notification for PAN Card Name Change Name change in PAN card will be based on your Aadhaar card but in most cases Gazette Notification is used for PAN Card name change. Gazette Notification is a legal document. By changing the name in it, it acts as a legal proof of name change. On the basis of this, the name is changed in all your documents. Therefore, it is also used to name change in PAN card. How to change name in gazette notification There are mainly 3 steps involved in changing name in gazette notification 1. Preparing name change affidavit: You first need to prepare an affidavit stating your current name, new name and reason for name change. 2. Newspaper publication: You need to publish an advertisement announcing the name change in local newspapers. This public announcement is an important part of this process.

4. 3. Application for gazette publication: The last step is to submit all the required documents like affidavit, newspaper clippings, a specific application form and a digital copy of the application in CD format to the publication department. Documents Required for PAN Card Name Change Whether you apply online or offline to make a name change in PAN card, you need to submit specific documents. The required documents vary depending on the reason for the name change. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Original copy of PAN card Aadhaar card Proof of identity (Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID card, etc.) Proof of address (Aadhaar card, electricity bill, etc.) Proof of date of birth (birth certificate, class 10th examination certificate, etc.) Conclusion If you also want to change the name in your PAN card but you don't have thename change in gazette certificate which is used for name correction in the PAN card then you should first get the name changed in the gazette notification and for changing the name in the gazette notification, you can publish the name change in the gazette through online name change service. Some companies like Advocate Advice and Vakil India provide online name change services. In this service, they help people to publish the name change in the gazette notification. You can get information about the entire process by contacting them. Frequently asked Questions Can I change my name on my PAN card online? Yes, you can change your name on your PAN card online. The process is managed through the official websites of authorized agencies like Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL) or UTIITSL. Can I change my name on PAN card by gazette notification?

5. Yes, a Gazette notification is one of the most important and legally recognized documents for changing your name on a PAN card. In fact, for a general name change (not related to marriage), it is often the primary proof of the name change that the PAN issuing authorities will accept. How long does it take to get a new PAN card with the updated name? The processing time can vary, but generally, it takes around 15-45 days for your application to be processed and for the new PAN card to be dispatched. You can track the status of your application online using the acknowledgment number provided after submission. What is the fee for a PAN card name change? The fee for a PAN card change or correction is typically around Rs. 107 for Indian residents and Rs. 1,040 for those with a foreign address. The payment can be made online via credit/debit card, net banking, or demand draft.