How to Check Your Permanent Account Number (PAN) Status in India

If you haven't received your PAN card after six months, or the online status check is not showing any update, you can follow the steps outlined below to check your PAN status from two official sources: the Income Tax Department and the NSDL website.

Steps to Check Your PAN Status Online:

1. Website of the Income Tax Department: Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department of India. The URL is Navigate to the PAN Section and click on the Select PAN Status Check link to proceed.

2. Enter Required Details: You will need to provide details such as your name, date of birth, and possibly other identification information to verify your identity.

3. Submit the Information: After filling out the required fields, submit the form to view your PAN status.

Alternative: Check Your PAN Status Through the NSDL Website

1. Visit NSDL's PAN Services Page: Go to

2. Find the PAN Status Link: Look for the option to check the status of your PAN application.

3. Fill in the Details: Enter your details as required.

4. Check Status: Submit the form to view your PAN status.

Simple 7-Step Process to Check PAN Card Status Online:

1. Visit the NSDL Website: Go to

2. Status Track Search for PAN/TAN: Find and select “Track PAN Status” from the menu.

3. Select Application Type: At this point, choose “PAN-New/Change Request” under “Application Type.”

4. Enter 15-Digit Acknowledgement Number: Enter the 15-digit acknowledgment number in the field provided.

5. Type CAPTCHA Code: Enter the CAPTCHA code from the box provided to check the status of a PAN card application.

6. Select “Submit”: Click on the “Submit” button from the menu.

7. View Status: A screen will show the status of the PAN card application.

Checking PAN Status Using PAN or Coupon Number

1. Visit UTIITSL Website: Go to

2. Fill Your Application Coupon Number or PAN: Enter your application coupon number or PAN.

3. Fill Your Additional Details: Fill your date of birth, agreement, incorporation, etc., and the captcha code.

4. Submit: Click on the “Submit” button to receive the status of your PAN card on the screen.

Checking PAN Card Status Without an Acknowledgment Number

1. Visit Official NSDL/Protean Portal: Go to

2. Select Application Type: In the application type section, select “PAN- New/Change request.”

3. Enter Your Name and Date of Birth: Fill your first name, middle name, last name, and birth date.

4. Submit: Click on the “Submit” button to receive the status of your PAN card.

Checking PAN Card Status Using Your Mobile Number

1. Call the TIN Call Centre: Call the call centre of TIN on 020-27218080 to receive an update about the recent application status of the PAN card by providing the 15-digit acknowledgment number.

Note: For more details about any of these processes, you can visit the official websites or contact the respective helpdesk.