Instant e-PAN via Aadhaar: Get a Free PAN in Minutes
Last verified: June 2026, against official UIDAI, Income Tax Department and PAN service-provider procedures. Fees and steps can change — confirm on the official portals. General information, not legal advice.
Need a PAN urgently and have an Aadhaar? The Income Tax Department issues a free instant e-PAN in minutes — no forms, no fee. Here is how.
What instant e-PAN is
Instant e-PAN is a digitally signed PAN issued as a PDF, generated from your Aadhaar via the Income Tax e-filing portal. It is free and valid exactly like a physical PAN.
Who can use it
- Individuals who do not already have a PAN.
- Whose Aadhaar is active and linked to a mobile number (for OTP).
- Whose Aadhaar details (name, DOB) are up to date.
Step by step
- Go to the Income Tax e-filing portal → “Instant e-PAN”.
- Choose “Get New e-PAN” and enter your Aadhaar number.
- Verify with the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile.
- Confirm your details; the e-PAN is generated and you can download the PDF.
Good to know
The e-PAN PDF is your valid PAN — you don’t have to wait for a physical card. If you need updates later or a reprint, use the authorised providers (see applying for PAN and PAN correction/status). Remember to keep PAN and Aadhaar linked.
FAQs
Is instant e-PAN free?
Yes — it’s issued free via the Income Tax e-filing portal using Aadhaar.
Is an e-PAN valid like a physical PAN?
Yes, the digitally signed e-PAN PDF is fully valid.
Who can’t use instant e-PAN?
Those who already hold a PAN, or whose Aadhaar isn’t linked to an active mobile number.
