A PAN card will not feature the photographs of one's parents! Here is how to update a minor's PAN card upon reaching adulthood..

If you were issued a PAN card while you were a minor, you must update it with your current photograph, signature, and other personal details after turning 18. A PAN card issued before the age of 18 remains valid even after the individual reaches adulthood; however, the information it contains must be updated to reflect their status as an adult. This process involves updating your existing PAN record, rather than applying for an entirely new PAN number. Let’s look at the complete process…

What is a minor’s PAN card?
A minor’s PAN card is issued to an individual under the age of 18. It serves as a tax identification document and is required when financial activities—such as investments or transactions—are conducted in the child’s name.

Since a minor cannot personally complete all the necessary formalities, a parent or legal guardian handles the application process.

A minor’s PAN card is linked to the child’s identity, but the application and contact details belong to the parent or legal guardian. It is not mandatory for every child to have a minor’s PAN card.

What information should you update after turning 18?
First, review the information printed on your PAN card and the details recorded in your original PAN application.

Photograph: If your PAN card features a childhood photograph, you must replace it with a recent one.

Signature: A minor’s PAN card does not contain your own signature; instead, it may feature the signature of your parent or legal guardian. Upon reaching the age of 18, you must provide your own signature.

Personal Information: Verify your name and date of birth. If any information is incorrect, have it corrected. Additionally, if your address or contact details have changed, or if there are any errors in them, ensure these are updated as well.

How can you update your PAN card?

To make changes or corrections to your existing PAN data, you can submit a request through the official ‘Protean eGov’ or ‘UTIITSL’ PAN service portals.
Visit the relevant official PAN service website and select the option to change or correct your PAN details.

Enter your existing PAN number and fill in the information required in the application form. Submit the necessary documents (such as your Aadhaar card) for the requested changes and pay the prescribed fee.

Complete the application process and keep the ‘acknowledgment number’ safe to track the status of your application.

Before applying, be sure to check the current guidelines provided by the respective service provider regarding the required documents, the submission process, and the applicable fees.

Do you need to get a new PAN card upon turning 18?
No. You do not need to get a new PAN card when you turn 18. An individual should not hold more than one PAN. If you already have a PAN card issued during your childhood, use that same PAN number to request any updates or changes to your records. Once your correction request has been processed, you will receive a new PAN card containing the updated information, while your PAN number will remain the same.

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