
Introduction
PAN number is given to every tax payer citizen of India. There is a misconception that it is
given to only people who are above the age of 18 years. But there is no age limit mentioned
by the Income tax department to obtain a PAN card.
Benefits of having PAN Card for a minor
- A Minor Pan Card is needed when parents of the child are investing in the name of the child.
- A minor girl child for whom a Sukanya Samriddi Yojana account is to be opened needs a PAN card.
- A minor child who earns income on his/her own can have a PAN card.
- If a child is having a PAN card, parents can name the child as nominee for their investments.
Documents required
Following Documents Required to apply PAN Card for a Minor :
- Passport
- Aadhaar card
- Municipal birth certificate
- Mark sheet issued by the recognised educational board
How to Apply for PAN card for minors
Parents or guardians of minor children have to apply for PAN card for their children. The
procedure to apply or minor PAN card can be completed either online of offline.
1) To apply
online for the PAN card, visit the official website.

2) On the menu option of the page, there is drop
down section of Downloads.


4) Applicants are advised to read the instructions carefully.
Now fill the required and personal details of the minor. Upload the necessary documents
and also the photograph of the minor.
5) Complete the process by submitting the signature of
parent. Pay the fee and then submit the application.
6) Acknowledgement number generated
can be used to track PAN card application status. Application also can download from the
website.
7) Fill it and send it with all the required documents and DD of fee paid to the
authorities. PAN card will be issued within 10 or 15 days from the date of applying.
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