Getting your E-PAN card is a quick and digital way to keep your permanent account number handy for financial transactions and identity proof. If you have lost your physical card or need a digital copy immediately, the Income Tax Department provides several ways to download it for free or a nominal fee. Understanding the E-PAN Download Process

Submit the Captcha and request an OTP on your registered mobile/email.

If you applied for an "Instant PAN" using your Aadhaar card, you can download your E-PAN for free at any time through the official e-Filing website. Visit the Income Tax e-Filing official website.

Which issued your PAN (NSDL, UTIITSL, or Income Tax)? If you need to update your mobile number first? If you are looking for a physical replacement instead?

The E-PAN is a legally valid version of your PAN card in a digital format. It carries a QR code containing your demographic details and photograph. You can download this file as a PDF and use it exactly like the plastic card. The download process depends on whether your PAN was issued through Protean (formerly NSDL), UTIITSL, or the Income Tax Department’s e-Filing portal. How to Download E-PAN via the e-Filing Portal (Instant PAN)