The PAN card is an important document because it is widely used among various sectors as proof of identification. Considering that changing names after marriage is a common practice among Indian women, it becomes necessary for them to change their names on the PAN card to maintain consistency across their official documents.

A PAN card may be used for buying a new vehicle, depositing cash in the bank, filing an Income Tax return, and much more. Thus, it is advisable to update the details on the PAN card and other documents to avoid any hassles during verification.

Thus, let us delve into the detailed online and offline procedure for changing PAN card names after marriage.

To avoid the hassle of physically visiting the office for a PAN card name change after marriage, you can opt for the online procedure, the steps for which are as follows: 

Step 1: Visit the official portal of TIN-NSDL or UTIITSL and choose the option of “Apply for Change/Correction in PAN Card Details”.

Step 2: Enter your PAN Card Number and choose the option of physically forwarding the documents with the application, as shown in the screenshot below. 

Step 3: You will be redirected to a CSF Form where you must enter your details.

Step 4: Upon successful submission of your duly filled form and its approval, you will receive a reference number or an acknowledgement number.  

Step 5: Download the PAN application form using your reference number and get a printout. Attach the necessary documents, like date of birth proof, address proof, signed photograph, etc., to the form. 

Step 6: Mail the online application printout with the attached documents to NSDL or UTIITSL, depending on the portal used during the procedure. 

Step 7: You can track your application status using the reference or acknowledgement number provided. 

The Paperless e-KYC method is available for PAN card name change after marriage, as it ensures a hassle-free updation of information while avoiding the need to send physical documents for verification by post to NSDL or UTIITSL.

You can choose the following alternatives when going for an e-KYC paperless method of name change in your PAN card after marriage: 

• Aadhar-based e-KYC process with e-sign.

• Use scanned documents or documents with an e-sign from DigiLocker. 

• Use scanned documents or documents from DigiLocker with a Digital Signature Certificate. 

To facilitate the change of name in your PAN card after marriage through the offline procedure, you can follow the steps below:

Step 1: Get a print of the “Request for Changes or Correction in PAN Data” Form after downloading it online.

Step 2: Fill out the form, furnishing the correct information.

Step 3: Attach required documents like a photograph, proof of identification, proof of address, etc., for verification.

Step 4: Visit the nearest NSDL collecting centre and submit your duly filled form at the centre.

Step 5: Pay the fees applicable for the offline correction of PAN details.

Step 6: You can track your application progress with the help of a 15-digit acknowledgement or reference number provided.

When applying for changes in your PAN card after marriage, you must upload or submit a copy of some supporting documents for verification purposes and successful change or correction of details in your PAN card. 

Following is the list of some important documents that you must keep handy when starting the process of changing the name on your PAN card after marriage:

• Marriage certification or marriage invitation as proof of marriage.

• Copy of passport to show the name of your spouse.

• Certificate issued by a gazetted officer as proof of name change after marriage.

• Publication of the “name change” in the official gazette.

The fees applicable for name change in PAN Card after marriage is ₹110 for individuals residing in India and ₹1,020 for individuals residing outside India. The payment from outside India can be made via credit/debit card, Demand Draft, etc.

Following are some key things to keep in mind when going for a PAN card name change after marriage: 

• For re-issuance of PAN cards or corrections to PAN cards, submit the “Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes in PAN data” form specifically. Do not submit forms 49A or 49AA for correction or reissue of PAN card.

• Make sure to fill out the form correctly by providing the correct personal details for the PAN card name change. 

• There is no change in the PAN card number after correction/ change in details. Updated details are reflected in the corrected PAN card. 

• The details are also updated in the Income Tax Department database after the successful completion of the procedure. 

• The physical form for correction in the PAN card must be posted to the office of NSDL or UTIITSL. 

It is a common practice to change names after marriage. Thus, updating the same information in the official documents becomes important to avoid any troubles or hassles during verification.

Portals like NSDL and UTIITSL are available to smoothly process name changes after marriage on a PAN card. You must provide the correct information and adhere to the guidelines provided by the authorities for a flexible name change.