How to Apply for a PAN Card in 48 Hours

A PAN Card (Permanent Account Number) is important for Individuals and businesses in India. It is mainly used to pay taxes and financial obligations.

Earlier, applying for a PAN Card used to be a long and difficult process, with the applicant receiving the card after a long waiting period. The government has now introduced a fast-track process through which applicants will receive their PAN Cards within 48 hours of submitting their application.

In this article, we will explain the different ways to get a PAN Card within 48 hours and list the documents you need.

Updated On - 06 Sep 2025
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How to Apply for a PAN Card Online in 48 Hours?

To obtain a PAN Card online within 48 hours, follow the directions mentioned below:

Step 1 - Visit the official NSDL website. Navigate to the NSDL website and select the appropriate form from the dropdown menu provided.

Step 2 - Select the desired form type. Review the instructions and choose whether you want to apply with or without a digital signature. Fill in the necessary details as required.

Step 3 - Submit your application. Complete the form by providing all the required information and submit it.

Step 4 - Track the progress of your application. Once your application is submitted successfully, you will receive an acknowledgement containing a form number. Use this number to track the status of your application.

Step 5 - Receive your PAN Card within 48 hours. After your information is validated and processed, you will receive your PAN Card number via email at your registered email address.

How to Get a PAN Card Offline in 48 Hours?

To get a PAN Card in 48 hours, follow the directions mentioned below:

Step 1 - Visit the official NSDL website and download the PAN Card application form.

Step 2 - Fill out the entire application form accurately. Make sure to attach all the required documents as mentioned in the form.

Step 3 - Take the filled application form along with the supporting documents to the nearest PAN service center.

Step 4 - Submit the documents with the application form at the PAN service center. They will verify the details and process your PAN Card application.

Step 5 - After successful verification, your PAN Card will be dispatched to the postal address mentioned in the application form within 48 hours.

Note : It is important to ensure that you have provided all the necessary documents and filled out the form correctly to avoid any delays in the PAN Card issuance process.

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Documents Required for PAN in 48 Hours

  1. Aadhar Card,
  1. Driving License,
  1. Voter Id,
  1. Passport,
  2. Pensioner copy

Note: The online method allows you to apply for a PAN Card in 48 hours, while the offline method takes at least 15 days for the card to be delivered to you.

Details Mentioned in PAN Card

  1. The PAN Card is a photo identity document, it contains information relating to the entity it has been issued to, such as:
  2. The entity's full name (in case of firms/companies/governments etc, the registered name of the body
  3. The date of birth (date of registration in case of companies/firms)
  4. The PAN number
  5. In addition to this, the PAN Card also mentions the date on which it was issued, if the card was issued by  Protean eGov Technologies Limited.

Can I take PAN Card Directly from Income Tax Office?

For those who have applied for a PAN Card, the common question that comes to everyone's mind is how will I receive the PAN Card. Most people assume that the PAN Card once issued will be available at the Income Tax office closest to them.

This however is not true. Once the details submitted for the PAN are verified, the PAN Card will be posted to the address of the applicant as stated in the application form. If by chance the PAN Card applicant is not available on delivery, he/she can collect their PAN from the area post office. The PAN Card will be granted to the PAN Card applicant once he/she provides the KYC documents as proof of identity.

Once the details for the PAN have been submitted, the applicant can check the verification status by following the steps mentioned below.

  1. Log on Protean eGov Technologies Limited  financial service website.
  2. For replacement or reprint of PAN Card, enter your existing PAN number.
  3. For those applying for a PAN Card for the first time, enter the application coupon code.
  4. Once the code or the PAN number has been entered, enter the captcha.
  5. Click on submit.
  6. The website will display the PAN verification status.

Applicants will have to check the verification status within 5 days of receiving the acknowledgement.

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FAQs on PAN Card in 48 Hours

  • How long does it take to receive a physical PAN Card after submitting the application?

    While you can obtain your PAN number within 48 hours, it generally takes around 15-20 days to receive the physical PAN Card at your designated address.

  • Is it possible to obtain a PAN Card within 48 hours using offline mode?

    Unfortunately, obtaining a PAN Card through offline mode requires a minimum of 15 days. Therefore, it is not possible to receive a PAN Card within 48 hours using the offline mode.

About the Author

Kankana Mukherjee

Kankana Mukherjee

Kankana Mukherjee is an engineer and has over 4.5 of experience in content writing. Combining the expertise in financial content writing achieved in her 2 years association with BankBazaar, and a knack for clear and engaging content, Kankana simplifies complex financial concepts and offers practical insights to help readers make informed decisions and achieve financial success.  

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