Can a minor apply for a PAN card?

Yes, parents or legal guardians can apply on behalf of a minor using Form 49A.

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New PAN Card Application Online (Form 49A) — Documents & Process

नया पैन कार्ड ऑनलाइन आवेदन (फॉर्म 49A) — दस्तावेज एवं प्रक्रिया

Complete official procedure to apply for a 10-digit Permanent Account Number (PAN) via Protean NSDL or UTIITSL.

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Application Fee

Rs 107 (Physical PAN in India via e-KYC) / Rs 72 (e-PAN only)

Processing Time

10 to 15 working days for physical card; 2–4 days for e-PAN

Mode

Both

Validity / Renewal

Lifetime / State Rules

Required Documents Checklist

Proof of Identity (PoI) - Aadhaar card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence

Proof of Address (PoA) - Aadhaar card, Electricity bill, Bank statement

Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) - Birth certificate, Matriculation certificate, Aadhaar card

Passport size photograph (digital or physical depending on mode)

Eligibility Criteria

Individual Indian citizens, minors (through guardians), Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), and businesses

Source Verification & Official Disclaimer

Digital Dwara aggregates information strictly from official government portals and gazette notifications. Application processing times and fee structures are governed by state public service guarantee acts.

Official Source: https://www.incometax.gov.in