can a minor have a pan card

Yes, a minor can have a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card in India as there is no minimum age requirement to apply. The application must be filed by a parent or legal guardian on behalf of the minor. Initially, the minor's PAN card does not carry the minor's photograph or signature. It is a crucial financial document that enables transactions and investments in the child's name. Upon turning 18, the individual must apply to update the PAN card with their own photograph and signature.