If you have changed your name, it must be reflected on your PAN card, to maintain accuracy, whether due to marriage, divorce, adding or removing your middle name, or last name, or a minor spelling mistake.
The complete process of changing your name on a PAN card might be complicated. However, we have shared a full guide explaining the process, but you can take our free consultation and services to easily update the details on your PAN card.
Find below the guide detailing the list of required documents and the PAN card correction process.
Reason to Change Name on PAN Card in India
First of all, let’s see what are the reasons for changing the name on a PAN card. Some of the common reasons are explained below for this:
- Name Change after Marriage
- Name Change after Divorce
- Name Change after Adoption
- To Correct Typo Mistakes
- Astrological Influence
- Due to Personal Preference
- After Conversion to a Different Religion
Eligibility to Update PAN Card Details
To change the name on a PAN card there is an eligibility criteria that must be fulfilled. These are:
- The person must be an Indian citizen.
- The age must be above 18 years.
- A valid reason for a Name Change like marriage, divorce, correction of errors, or personal preference.
- To make corrections for typo errors.
- Spouse’s name addition.
- Reverting to a maiden name after divorce.
Documents Required for PAN Card Correction
- An application must obtained through the gazette office.
- Marriage certificate (After marriage)
- A copy of your current PAN card.
- Divorce decree Copy ( after divorce)
- Address Proof.
- ID Proof.
- Affidavit (Original) on a stamp paper and notarized by a public notary.
- Newspaper Advertisement Copies announcing your changed name in public.
Name Change on PAN Card Online or Offline
There are mainly three steps involved in changing your name on a PAN card. You can upload scanned copies of documents online to get them updated on the PAN card or submit hard copies offline by visiting the gazette office. Following are the steps to apply for:
- Affidavit:
You have to prepare an affidavit on stamp paper and get it notarized by a public notary, to state that you are changing your name. It should be typed in a prescribed format, we will help you with this.
- Newspaper Advertisement:
You should publish two newspaper advertisements in a local and a national newspaper informing about your name change. It should mention your new name, old name, address, and contact details in the desired format.
- Gazette Notification Publication:
Attach all the above-mentioned documents including the original copies of the affidavit and newspaper copies with your application, and pay the fee to the designated authority at the Gazette of India online or offline. Once the process is completed you’ll get a new copy of the PAN card reflecting your new details.
Note: Keep the photocopies of all documents you are submitting.
Processing Time
Usually, gazette notification is published within 3-6 weeks by the government of India. Download once it gets published.
Process Of Correction in Pan Card
To correct your PAN card offline or online download a copy of the gazette publication and submit it along with supporting documents to the Income tax office at the designated desk to request for new PAN card. After the verification is done you will get a new physical copy of your PAN card with correct details.
How We Can Help You in the Process?
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- Fill out the application form correctly.
- Preparing an affidavit on your behalf.
- Communicate with the newspaper publishing agencies.
- We will follow up with government authorities.
- We will save your time and reduce the stress of the hectic process of your PAN card correction.
- You will get your new name updated on time on your PAN card.
Tips for a Smooth Process
- Prepare the documents in advance like a marriage certificate, a court decree of divorce, a birth certificate, or any other legal document.
- You should call our agent to check their expertise and ask your queries to judge their knowledge and get personalized free guidance.
- Always go for a central gazette notification process from the Gazette Office, Delhi. As it is widely recognized, and all the states don’t have their own gazette offices.
FAQs
Q: What is a Gazette Notification Process for Name Change on a PAN card?
A: If the person has changed the name for any of the reasons, it should be legally documented on a PAN card. Gazette of India helps Indian citizens by publishing a gazette notification that serves as legal proof of your new name and it helps to update the changed name on your PAN card to avoid misunderstandings in insurance, asset ownership, or financial transactions.
Q: What can I do to update my pan card online?
A: You have to submit all the soft copies of the required documents at the egazette portal and pay the fee online. Don’t worry our expert agent will help you with this.
Q: From where can I obtain a pan card update or correction form?
A: Visit the website to download it online from the official website of egazette or collect a hard copy by visiting the office personally, though we will provide you the same.
Q: Should I update my PAN card details after a name change?
A: Yes, you should as it is very necessary for smooth financial transactions and to avoid future misunderstandings and complications.
