Guides
Plain-English explanations of common PAN and Aadhaar situations, sourced directly from official channels.
How to change your address on Aadhaar
Update your Aadhaar address online through myAadhaar — what proof you need, the fee, and the exact steps, sourced directly from UIDAI.
How to update your mobile number on Aadhaar
Updating the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar requires an in-person visit — here's what to bring and how to book.
How to correct or change your name on Aadhaar
Aadhaar name corrections need an in-person visit and the right supporting document — which one depends on why your name is changing.
How to correct your date of birth on Aadhaar
UIDAI treats Aadhaar date-of-birth corrections carefully — what document you need depends on whether it's your first correction, per UIDAI's official SOP.
How to apply for a new PAN card
The regular PAN application process changed on 1 April 2026 — new forms, updated document rules, and current fees, sourced from Protean eGov.
Instant e-PAN eligibility — who qualifies
Instant e-PAN is free, paperless, and issued in minutes through Aadhaar — but you need DigiLocker too. Here's the exact eligibility criteria.
How to correct your PAN details
Fix your name, date of birth, address, or photo on an existing PAN — the current forms, documents, and fees from Protean eGov.
What to do when your PAN and Aadhaar details don't match
A name or detail mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar blocks linking — here's the Income Tax Department's own guidance on fixing it.
How to link PAN and Aadhaar
PAN-Aadhaar linking is now a paid, late process — the exact fee, payment path, and steps from the Income Tax Department.