You can check your PAN application status using the official portal of the agency you applied through, which is either Protean (formerly NSDL) or UTIITSL.
- To track on the Protean (NSDL) website, select "PAN - New/Change Request" and enter your 15-digit acknowledgement number.
- To track on the UTIITSL website, enter your Application Coupon number.
- Other options include sending an SMS in the format NSDLPAN <15-digit acknowledgement number> to 57575 or calling the TIN call center.
You will need the specific acknowledgement or coupon number you received after submitting your application.