How to cancel your PAN card online or offline | Step by step guide

To cancel a PAN (Permanent Account Number) card, you'll need to follow a few steps. Here's how you can do it both online and offline:

Online Method:

1. Visit the NSDL or UTIITSL website: Go to either the NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited) or UTIITSL (UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited) website. These are the two authorized agencies for PAN card issuance and management in India.

2. Select PAN Services: Look for the option related to PAN services on the website's homepage.

3. Choose Cancellation: Select the option for PAN card cancellation or surrender.

4. Fill the Form: You'll be required to fill out a form providing your PAN details and the reason for cancellation. Make sure to enter accurate information.

5. Submit Documents: Depending on the reason for cancellation, you may need to submit supporting documents. For example, if the PAN cardholder has passed away, you'll need to provide a copy of the death certificate.

6. Payment of Fee: There might be a nominal fee involved for PAN card cancellation. Pay the fee online, if applicable.

7. Submit the Form: After filling out the form and making the payment, submit it electronically.

Offline Method:

1. Download the Cancellation Form: Download the PAN card cancellation form from the NSDL or UTIITSL website, or you can collect it from the nearest UTIITSL or NSDL office.

2. Fill the Form: Fill out the form with all the required details accurately. Make sure to provide the reason for cancellation.

3. Attach Documents: Depending on the reason for cancellation, attach the necessary documents. For example, if it's due to the death of the cardholder, attach a copy of the death certificate.

4. Visit the Nearest PAN Card Office: Visit the nearest PAN card office of either NSDL or UTIITSL.

5. Submit the Form: Submit the filled form along with the required documents to the PAN card office.

6. Pay the Fee: If there's any fee for cancellation, pay it at the office.

7. Acknowledgment: After submitting the form, you'll receive an acknowledgment. Keep it safe for future reference.

After following either of these methods, your PAN card cancellation request will be processed, and you'll receive confirmation once it's done. Make sure to destroy the physical PAN card to prevent any misuse.