How to Download PAN Card PDF (e-PAN) Online
An e-PAN is a digitally signed PDF of your PAN card, valid everywhere as proof of PAN. You can download it online, often free, from the Income Tax portal, Protean (NSDL) or UTIITSL, depending on how your PAN was issued. Here’s how, plus the PDF password.
Which site to use
| Your PAN was issued through | Download from |
|---|---|
| Instant e-PAN (Aadhaar) | Income Tax e-filing portal (free) |
| Protean (NSDL) | Protean e-PAN download (free within 30 days of allotment; a small fee after that) |
| UTIITSL | UTIITSL e-PAN download |
Download from the Income Tax portal
- Open the Income Tax e-filing portal and click Instant e-PAN.
- Choose Check Status / Download PAN.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and the OTP.
- Download the e-PAN PDF.
Download from Protean (NSDL)
- Open Protean’s Download e-PAN / e-PAN XML page.
- Enter your PAN (or acknowledgement number), Aadhaar (for individuals) and date of birth.
- Get the OTP on your registered mobile or email and verify.
- Download free if your PAN was allotted in the last 30 days; otherwise pay the small fee shown (around ₹8.26).
e-PAN PDF password
The password is usually your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format (for example, 15 August 1995 = 15081995). For companies and firms, it’s the date of incorporation.
Frequently asked questions
Is a downloaded e-PAN valid?
Yes. e-PAN is a valid proof of PAN, just like the physical card.
I need a physical card. What should I do?
Order a PAN card reprint. It’s delivered by post.
Related guides
Official links: Income Tax e-filing portal · Protean PAN services. Easy Guide India is not affiliated with the Income Tax Department.