is e pan card valid for bank account

Yes, the e-PAN card is a valid and legally accepted document for opening a bank account in India. Issued digitally with a secure signature by the Income Tax Department, it holds the same legal standing as a physical PAN card for all financial and identification purposes, including Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. The e-PAN contains your unique 10-digit alphanumeric PAN, making it suitable for account opening, tax filings, and other high-value transactions.