{"id":1429,"date":"2025-07-04T10:00:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T04:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rzplearn.com\/?p=1429"},"modified":"2026-01-20T17:04:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T11:34:03","slug":"company-permanent-account-number-pan-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply and Get a Business PAN Card in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d1b2548cc7e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d1b2548cc7e\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#What-is-a-Business-PAN-Card\" >What is a Business PAN Card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#Business-PAN-Number-Example\" >Business PAN Number Example<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#How-to-Apply-for-a-Business-PAN-Card-in-2026\" >How to Apply for a Business PAN Card in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#Which-Types-of-Businesses-Require-a-PAN-Card\" >Which Types of Businesses Require a PAN Card?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#Business-PAN-Card-Processing-Time-and-Fees\" >Business PAN Card Processing Time and Fees\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#Documents-Required-for-Business-PAN\" >Documents Required for Business PAN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/company-permanent-account-number-pan-card\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions-FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-a-Business-PAN-Card\"><\/span>What is a Business PAN Card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A business PAN card refers to a permanent account number (PAN) specifically issued for businesses or entities in India. Business PAN cards are typically required for tax filing, opening bank accounts, legal compliance, claiming tax deductions, and conducting other financial activities on behalf of the business entity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Business-PAN-Number-Example\"><\/span>Business PAN Number Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>PAN has a typical format of ABCFu1234D. The first three characters, i.e. \u2018ABC\u2019 in the above number is an alphabetic series ranging between AAA and ZZZ.<\/p>\n<p>The 4th character, i.e. \u2018T\u2019, represents the PAN holder\u2019s status. The alphabet \u2018F\u2019 represents Firm, \u2018T\u2019 represents Trust, , \u2018H\u2019 for HUF, \u2018P\u2019 for Individual, \u2018C\u2019 for Company etc.<\/p>\n<p>The 5th character, i.e. \u2018U\u2019, represents the first alphabet of the PAN holder\u2019s last name.<\/p>\n<p>The next four characters are sequential digits ranging between 0001 and 9999. The 10th character, i.e. \u2018D\u2019, is an alphabetic check digit that runs from A to Z.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-Apply-for-a-Business-PAN-Card-in-2026\"><\/span><b>How to Apply for a Business PAN Card in 2026?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Online Application Process<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> NSDL PAN portal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Click<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Apply Online for New PAN (Form 49A)&#8221;<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Select Application Type<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Choose \u201cFirm\u201d, \u201cCompany\u201d, \u201cLLP\u201d, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fill in Details<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of business<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Date of incorporation\/registration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business address<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company registration number (CIN\/LLPIN\/Firm Registration No.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AO Code (can be searched online on NSDL portal)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upload Documents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identity proof (Registration certificate, deed, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address proof (GST certificate, utility bill, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pay the Fee<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b9107 for Indian communication address<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b9989 for foreign communication address<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>e-Sign \/ Submit Form<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar-based OTP (for individuals)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital Signature (for companies\/LLPs)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Note the Acknowledgement Number<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and track status online.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>How to Apply for a Business PAN Card Offline?<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Here&#8217;s the procedure for obtaining a PAN card offline:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download the Form 49A from the NSDL website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out the form and attach the necessary documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit the form and documents to the nearest NSDL centre. The website provides the address of the nearest centre.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The centre will issue a letter of acknowledgement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post verification of your details, you will receive the <\/span><b>business PAN card <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at the mentioned company address. The cost of this whole procedure is Rs.107.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which-Types-of-Businesses-Require-a-PAN-Card\"><\/span><b>Which Types of Businesses Require a PAN Card?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>If you come under any of the following entities, you should have a business PAN card:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partnership firm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Association of persons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/rize\/company-registration\/llp\">Limited Liability Partnership<\/a> (LLP)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body of Individuals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trust<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/what-is-a-private-limited-company\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited company<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private firm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Association<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign institutional investor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hedge fund<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/business-documents-startups-india\/\">Documents You Need to Start a Business in India<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Business-PAN-Card-Processing-Time-and-Fees\"><\/span><b>Business PAN Card Processing Time and Fees\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a PAN card for your business is one of the crucial steps to ensure that you maintain financial integrity. Detailed below are the processing time and fees associated with applying for a business PAN card.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Related Read: What is GSTIN Number &amp; Why It Is Required?&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:332483,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:14277081},&quot;9&quot;:0,&quot;10&quot;:1,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;19&quot;:0,&quot;21&quot;:0}\">Related Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/what-is-gstin-all-you-know-about-your-15-digits-gstin\/\">What is GSTIN Number &amp; Why It Is Required?<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Estimated Processing Time for Business PAN Card Issuance<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The estimated processing time for a <\/span><b>business PAN card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> issuance is around 15 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Business PAN Card Fee Structure<\/b><\/h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-sheets-root=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"234\" \/>\n<col width=\"179\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicant Type&quot;}\"><strong>Applicant Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;New PAN Card&quot;}\"><strong>New PAN Card<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Duplicate\/Reprint PAN Card&quot;}\"><strong>Duplicate\/Reprint PAN Card<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicants Residing in India&quot;}\"><strong>Applicants Residing in India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs. 101 (Rs.86 Application Processing fee + 18% GST)&quot;}\">Rs. 101 (Rs.86 Application Processing fee + 18% GST)<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.110 (Application Processing fee of Rs.93 + 18% GST)&quot;}\">Rs.110 (Application Processing fee of Rs.93 + 18% GST)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicants Residing Abroad&quot;}\"><strong>Applicants Residing Abroad<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs 1011.00 (Rs. 86 Application Processing fee + Dispatch Charges Rs. 857) + 18% GST&quot;}\">Rs 1011.00 (Rs. 86 Application Processing fee + Dispatch Charges Rs. 857) + 18% GST<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs 1020.00 (Application fee Rs.93.00 + Dispatch Charges Rs. 771.00) + 18% GST&quot;}\">Rs 1020.00 (Application fee Rs.93.00 + Dispatch Charges Rs. 771.00) + 18% GST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Business PAN Card fees for e-PAN Card<\/h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-sheets-root=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"234\" \/>\n<col width=\"179\" \/>\n<col width=\"100\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicant Type&quot;}\"><strong>Applicant Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Fees&quot;}\"><strong>Fees<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;GST&quot;}\"><strong>GST<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Total Amount Charged&quot;}\">\n<div>\n<div><strong>Total Amount<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicants Residing in India&quot;}\"><strong>Applicants Residing in India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.56.00&quot;}\">Rs.56.00<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.10.08&quot;}\">Rs.10.08<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.66.00&quot;}\">Rs.66.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Applicants Residing Abroad&quot;}\"><strong>Applicants Residing Abroad<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.56.00&quot;}\">Rs.56.00<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.10.08&quot;}\">Rs.10.08<\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Rs.66.00&quot;}\">Rs.66.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents-Required-for-Business-PAN\"><\/span>Documents Required for Business PAN<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Identity Proof<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Address Proof<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partnership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partnership deed<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Office utility bill \/ bank statement<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certificate of Incorporation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company bank statement \/ GST Reg.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LLP<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LLP Registration Certificate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Office address proof<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proprietor (Firm)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar Card of proprietor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business electricity bill \/ Shop Act<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Related Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/how-to-check-aadhaar-pan-card-link-status\/\">How to Check Aadhaar and PAN Card Link Status Online?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions-FAQs\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is the business PAN format?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PAN format for businesses is similar to that for individuals. It is a 10-digit alphanumeric number, which the Income Tax Department allows. The initial three characters are alphabets, followed by four digits, and terminated with a single alphabet. This PAN number is often used for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/gst-number-search\/pan\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST search by PAN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is PAN for business mandatory for GST registration?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a PAN card is a mandatory document for obtaining<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-registration-eligibility-process-documents-and-penalties\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Additionally, understanding<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/how-to-register-a-business-online-company-registration-in-india\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to register a business in India<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is crucial for new entrepreneurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What is the Apostille Convention?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Apostille Convention is an international pact that makes the procedure of verifying documents to be used in other nations a lot easier. It eliminates the need for extra certification by endorsing the original document with an apostille certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who is eligible for a business PAN card?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses, which include sole proprietorships, partnerships, companies and other legal entities, are entitled to apply for a business PAN card.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to apply for PAN for a proprietorship firm?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A proprietorship is not a separate legal entity, so the owner must use their personal PAN for business purposes. However, to apply for registrations like GST or open a current account, the proprietor must submit their PAN along with business-related documents (e.g., trade license, utility bill, MSME certificate) as proof of business identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How do I apply for a PAN card for my company, firm, or LLP?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To apply for a PAN card for a company, firm, or LLP, visit the NSDL (Protean) or UTIITSL portal. Select Form 49A and choose the appropriate entity type. Fill in details like registration number, date of incorporation, and AO code. Upload required documents (like Certificate of Incorporation or Partnership Deed), pay the application fee, and submit the form online or via physical submission.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What is the difference between PAN card and business PAN card?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A personal PAN card is issued to individuals for personal tax identification, while a business PAN card is assigned to registered entities like companies, partnerships, or LLPs for business-related tax and compliance purposes. Each business entity must have its own separate PAN.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is PAN required for small business?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, PAN is mandatory for small businesses if they need to file taxes, open a current bank account, apply for GST, or conduct financial transactions above specified limits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can we use a personal PAN for business?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sole proprietorships, the owner\u2019s personal PAN is valid. However, for other business types like partnerships or companies, a separate business PAN is required as the entity is distinct from the individual.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Any corporate involved in business in India requires a PAN. 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