The PAN card is a special identity card issued by the Income Tax Department in India that helps you track your financial situation. It has your full name, date of birth, signature and a special PAN number used to track your financial status. This card is very crucial for doing something associated with money, like paying taxes, starting a bank account, or investing in the stock market.

One essential thing is to preserve your contact details, specifically your mobile number, which is updated in your PAN card. Let’s find out how you may sign up your mobile number for a PAN card, both online and offline.

Do you want to register a mobile number with the PAN card?

If you have never linked your mobile number to your PAN card before, here are what steps you should follow:

1. Go to the official Income Tax website.

2. Click on ‘Register’ on the homepage.

3. Choose ‘Change PAN card Mobile Number’.

4. Select ‘Individual’ and click Continue.

5. Click on ‘New Registration’, then choose the ‘Change your PAN Mobile Number’ option.

6. Now, enter your PAN card number, full name, and date of birth, then select Resident to move forward.

7. Enter your primary mobile number. You can also add different contact numbers and emails.

8. Enter the OTP to confirm.
   

And that’s it! Your number will be added to your PAN card.

Steps to update your mobile number on your PAN card online

If you’ve already registered before, here’s how to change your mobile number:

1. Visit the official Income Tax website.

2. Click on ‘Login’ and enter your Username and password.

3. Go to ‘My Profile’.

4. Click on ‘Profile Settings’.

5. Find the contact information and click edit.

6. Type your new mobile number.

7. You will get a one-time PIN on your contact number.

8. Enter the OTP to confirm.

Your new number will now be saved.

Steps to update your mobile number offline on your PAN card

Prefer doing things offline? Here’s how:

1. Visit the NSDL e-Gov website.

2. Head over to the ‘Downloads’ section and look for the form titled ‘Request for New PAN Card or Changes/Correction in PAN Data’.

3. Download and print the form. Once printed, carefully fill it out using a black pen as instructed.

4. Attach your necessary documents like:

   • Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
     

   • Address proof
     

   • Recent passport-sized photo

Once checked, your number will be updated.

What Are the Fees to Update Mobile Number?

• If you choose to receive a printed PAN card, the fee is ₹107 (inclusive of GST).
  

• If the card is being sent outside India: ₹107 + ₹910 (extra charges)
  

• If you only want an e-PAN (digital copy): ₹72 (write “Physical PAN card not required” on top of the form)

What Documents Are Needed?

You can use any of the following documents to prove your identity, address, or date of birth:

• Aadhaar Card
  

• Passport
  

• Driving License
  

• Voter ID
  

• Birth Certificate
  

• Ration Card
  

• Pension Card
  

• Photo ID signed by a government official

How to Update PAN on UTIITSL Website?

1. Visit the UTIITSL official website.

2. Click on “Change/Correction in PAN Card”.

3. Enter your Pan Information and choose how to submit your documents.

4. Upload all required documents.

5. You will get a reference number.

6. After you submit the form, your PAN card details will be updated within 15 days, and you’ll receive a confirmation message on your registered mobile number.

Learn More about : How Can You Apply For A New Pan Card If It Gets Lost?

How to Update PAN on NSDL Website?

1. Go to the NSDL website.

2. Select the ‘Service’, then select ‘Pan’, and click on the option to “apply for PAN data change or improvement.”

3. Enter your information and choose your preferred method for submitting the necessary documents.

4. Upload documents, add your photo, and sign digitally (if possible).

5. Pay the fees and complete Aadhaar OTP verification.

6. Download the acknowledgement form for future use.

Conclusion

Your PAN card is a very important document. This is necessary for various financial functions, such as taxation, operating bank transactions, and even opening a demat account for investment in the stock market. It’s essential to ensure that your mobile number is always current and accurate. Whether you choose it online or offline, the process is simple and takes up to 15 days.