what to do if i lost my pan card

If you lose your PAN card, you should immediately take steps to protect yourself and obtain a replacement.

• File an FIR (First Information Report) at the nearest police station to prevent misuse. The FIR copy may be submitted with your duplicate application.
• Apply for a duplicate PAN card online through the Protean (NSDL) or UTIITSL portals, or submit the application form offline.
• If you do not remember your Permanent Account Number, you can retrieve it using the 'Know Your PAN' facility on the Income Tax Department's official e-filing portal.