How to change a damaged or old photo on your PAN Card? What is the process? See the step-by-step guide...

Nowadays, a PAN card is required for almost every important task. From government schemes to joining a company, a PAN card is required. If your PAN card has a poor-quality or outdated photo, you won't be able to use it as proof. Today, we will learn how to change a bad or old photo on your PAN card (PAN Card Photo Change Process). What is the process?

This is the easiest way:
Step 1 - First, you need to go to www.protean-tinpan.com.

Step 2 - Now select the PAN option.

Step 3 - After this, you will have to click on Change/Correction in PAN Data.

Step 4 - Now, enter the requested details and the captcha code and click on the checkbox. Then submit and proceed.

Step 5 - Now you may be asked for other information, such as your mobile number, etc.

Step 6 - After this, you will also have to upload a new passport-size photo. After filling in all the details, you will have to click on submit.

Step 7 - Finally, you will have to submit the required fee.

How many categories of PAN cards are there?
PAN cards are different for companies, individuals, and foreign citizens. If an Indian citizen wants to apply for a PAN card, they have to fill out Form Number 49A. Similarly, if a foreign citizen wants to apply for a PAN card, they have to fill out Form Number 49AA.

PAN cards are used for filing ITR, applying for schemes, opening bank accounts, etc.  Also, if you are receiving financial benefits from any government scheme, you will need a PAN card.

Even if you are receiving a government subsidy, a PAN card is used.

What does the PAN number mean?
The unique ID given on the PAN card provides several pieces of information about you. These are as follows:

The first three characters in the PAN number are English letters. These can be from AAA to ZZZ.

The fourth character indicates which tax category the cardholder falls under. For example, if the cardholder is an individual, it is represented by the letter P. Additionally, the company is represented by the letter C.

The fifth digit is the first letter of your surname. For example, if the surname is Sharma, the 5th digit will be S. The subsequent digits are determined by the Income Tax Department.

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