how to get lost pan card

To get your lost Permanent Account Number (PAN) card, you need to apply for a duplicate PAN card, also known as a reprint. It is strongly advised to first lodge a Police Complaint (FIR) for security against potential misuse.

• Apply for the duplicate online through the official Protean (formerly NSDL) or UTIITSL websites using the 'Request for New PAN Card or/and Changes or Correction in PAN Data' form.
• You can instantly download the e-PAN, a legally valid digital copy, from the Income Tax e-Filing portal, Protean, or UTIITSL using your Aadhaar or existing PAN details.
• The physical duplicate card is dispatched to your communication address after payment of the applicable fee and usually takes around 15 to 20 days for delivery.