PAN Card Fees 2023

Any citizens or foreign nationals trying to obtain a PAN Card must be aware of the PAN Card Fees and charges they will be charged upon applying. PAN Card is an essential document that the citizens of India must procure. This document is issued by the Income Tax Department of India under the regulations of the Central Board of Direct Taxes. Moreover, PAN Card is majorly issued to document financial transactions, mostly of a revenue nature. Consequently, anyone having a source of income must adhere to holding a valid PAN Card. Although, it has to be noted that a PAN Card is not deemed proof of nationality as even foreign national investors must possess a valid PAN Card.

PAN Card Fees Highlights 2023

PAN Card fees vary based on the mode of application.

Mode / Category	Applicable Fees
Online Application	For Indian citizens: Rs. 101 (Including GST) For foreign citizens: Rs. 1011 (Including GST)
Offline Application	For Indian citizens: Rs. 107 (Including GST) For foreign citizens: Rs. 1017 (Including GST)
PAN Card correction or re-issuance	For Indian citizens: Rs. 50 (Including GST) For foreign citizens: Rs. 959 (Including GST)

Note: The Pan card fees are subject to change as per government norms and regulations.

PAN Card Fees for Indian Nationals

PAN Card is a mandatory document forwarded by the Income Tax Department of India. Any Indian citizen generating revenue must pay taxes to the government, and a PAN Card is a means to help the authorities track the progress of every citizen. However, for an Indian national, the PAN Card can be obtained by making the following payments. 

Categories	Payment Details
For new PAN card applications	INR 101 to INR 107 including GST
For PAN Card Correction	INR 50 including GST
For Duplicate PAN Cards	INR 50 including GST
For Re-Issue	INR 50 including GST

PAN Card Fees for Foreigners

Although PAN Cards can be used for proving one’s identity, they cannot be used for authenticating one’s nationality. This is because PAN Cards are also essential for foreign nationals who are making investments in India. They can get the document by paying a certain amount, as shown below. Moreover, for other reasons that are also mentioned, the payments will be applied as provided.

Categories	Payment Details
For new PAN card applications	INR 1011 to INR 1017 including GST
For PAN Card Correction	INR 959 including GST
For Duplicate PAN Cards	INR 959 including GST
For Re-Issue	INR 959 including GST

Fees For Reprinting or Correction in PAN Card

It may be the case that a PAN Card is damaged for some reasons or perhaps there are some corrections to make on the document pertaining to the information printed. In these cases, users have the provision to get them rectified. However, they will have to pay a certain amount as well. The PAN Card Fees for reprinting or correction are as follows. 

• If the communication address is provided within India, the applicant will have to pay a fee of INR 50 including GST.
• If the communication address is provided outside India, the applicant will have to pay a fee of INR 959 including GST.

e-PAN Card Fees for Indian and Foreign Citizens

With the constant development of the technology and digitisation, government has initiated the provision of e-PAN Card wherein cardholders can simply carry a digital version of their PAN Cards, i.e. PDF Format for PAN Card. However, the application process is fairly cheaper than if the request is made via a TIN Center. The e-PAN Card Fees for online applications are as follows. 

Categories	Payment Details
Indian Nationals	INR 66 to INR 72 including GST
Foreign Nationals	INR 66 to INR 72 including GST

PAN Card Fees – Modes of Payment

The PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card fees vary depending on the type of application and the mode of delivery. The current fee for a new PAN card application is INR 107, while the fee for a reprint or correction application is INR 50. Here are the various modes of payment for PAN Card fees:

• Online Payment: You can pay the PAN card fees online through the NSDL or UTIITSL website using a credit card, debit card, or net banking.
• Demand Draft: You can also pay the PAN card fees through a demand draft drawn in favour of “NSDL-PAN.” The demand draft should be payable in Mumbai.
• Cheque or Cash: If you are submitting your PAN card application physically, you can pay the fees through a cheque or cash.
• E-wallets: Some e-wallets, such as Paytm, Mobikwik, and Freecharge, allow you to pay the PAN card fees online.

It is important to note that the PAN Card fees are non-refundable, so you should ensure that you pay the correct amount and provide accurate details in your application.

What is PAN Card Refund?

A PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card refund is returning the fee paid for a PAN Card application. If you have made multiple payments for the same PAN Card application or the payment was made in excess, you can apply for a PAN Card refund. Additionally, if your PAN Card application is rejected and you have made the payment, you can apply for a refund.

To apply for a PAN Card refund, you need to fill out the “Refund Request Form” available on the NSDL or UTIITSL website. You need to provide your PAN Card application number, the payment date, and the transaction ID. Additionally, you must provide a valid bank account number, IFSC code, and other details required for the refund process.

Making PAN Card Fees on Behalf of Others

As per the Income Tax Department of India, the following persons are authorised to make PAN Card fees on behalf of others:

• Parents on behalf of their minor children
• Employers on behalf of their employees
• Chartered Accountants (CAs)
• Agents and other authorised representatives can make the PAN Card fee payments on behalf of the applicant. They must provide the authorisation letter, the necessary documents, and payment details.