PAN & TAN Registration Services in India | Legitway Services
Get your PAN or TAN quickly, correctly and without paperwork stress. Legitway Services handles the application from start to finish.
PAN and TAN are the two basic tax identities every individual and business in India deals with. PAN identifies you as a taxpayer. TAN is needed if you deduct or collect tax at source. Errors in either one can delay refunds, block TDS credit and cause notices, so getting them right the first time matters.
What Is PAN?
PAN (Permanent Account Number) is a unique 10-character alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax Department. It stays the same for life, even if you change your address or city, and is used to track your financial and tax transactions.
Who needs a PAN?
- Individuals earning taxable income or filing income tax returns
- Companies, LLPs, partnership firms, HUFs, trusts and societies
- Anyone opening a bank account, investing in mutual funds or shares, or buying or selling property or a vehicle
- Businesses registering for GST or entering into high-value transactions
- Foreign nationals and NRIs with Indian income or investments
Understanding the PAN format
A PAN looks like AAAAA9999A: five letters, four digits and one letter. The fourth character shows the type of holder, for example P for an individual, C for a company, F for a firm or LLP, H for an HUF and T for a trust.
What Is TAN?
TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) is a 10-character alphanumeric number for people who are responsible for deducting or collecting tax at source (TDS or TCS). It must be quoted on TDS/TCS returns, challans and TDS certificates such as Form 16 and Form 16A.
Who needs a TAN?
- Companies, LLPs and firms that deduct TDS on salaries, rent, professional fees, contractor payments or interest
- Employers paying salaries above the taxable limit
- Government offices and institutions that deduct tax
- Any business or person required to collect tax at source
Note: for certain specific transactions, such as TDS on property purchase, rent paid by an individual above the prescribed limit, or certain virtual digital asset payments, the deductor can use PAN instead of TAN.
PAN vs TAN at a Glance
| PAN | TAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Full form | Permanent Account Number | Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number |
| Used for | Identifying the taxpayer, ITR filing, transactions | Deducting or collecting tax and filing TDS/TCS returns |
| Who needs it | Individuals, businesses, any taxpayer | Those who deduct or collect tax at source |
| Format | 5 letters, 4 digits, 1 letter | 4 letters, 5 digits, 1 letter |
| Application form | Form 49A (Indian) / 49AA (foreign) | Form 49B |
| Validity | Lifetime | Lifetime |
Documents Required
For PAN (individuals)
- Proof of identity, such as Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence
- Proof of address
- Proof of date of birth
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature, where applicable
For PAN (businesses)
- Company: Certificate of Incorporation
- LLP: LLP registration certificate or agreement
- Partnership firm: Partnership deed and registration details
- Trust or society: Trust deed or registration certificate
- Identity and address proof of the authorised signatory
For TAN
- Basic details of the deductor: name, address, category and PAN
- Business registration or incorporation details
- Details of the authorised person
Requirements can change, so we confirm the current list before applying.
How the Process Works
- Talk to us. Tell us whether you need a new PAN, a new TAN or a correction.
- Share details and documents. Send only what is needed, and we check them for errors.
- We prepare and file. We complete the application, verify the details and submit it on the official portal.
- Track and receive. We follow the application status, and you receive your number along with the card or e-PAN by the usual route.
Many applicants can get an instant e-PAN through Aadhaar-based verification, while others go through the regular application route.
Common Mistakes We Help You Avoid
- Name or date of birth on the application not matching the supporting documents
- Wrong applicant category, such as an individual applying under a business category
- Applying for a second PAN when one already exists
- PAN not linked with Aadhaar, which can make it inoperative
- Using a TAN that is missing or incorrect on a TDS return
- Mismatch between PAN details and the details on Form 26AS or AIS
Our PAN & TAN Services
- New PAN application for individuals, Indian companies, LLPs, firms, HUFs and trusts
- PAN for NRIs and foreign nationals
- PAN correction or update of name, address, date of birth or photo
- Reprint of a lost or damaged PAN card
- Surrender of duplicate PAN
- PAN and Aadhaar linking support
- New TAN application
- TAN correction or update
- Guidance on TDS/TCS compliance once your TAN is active
Why Choose Legitway Services?
- Accuracy first: we check every detail before it goes in, so there are fewer rejections and corrections
- Simple guidance in plain language, without jargon
- Single point of contact who keeps you updated at each step
- Clear pricing shared before you start
- Online support for clients anywhere in India
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold more than one PAN?
No. Holding more than one PAN is not allowed and can attract a penalty. If you have more than one, the extra one should be surrendered.
Is a TAN needed if I only pay a few vendors?
It depends on whether you are required to deduct tax on those payments. If you are, you generally need a TAN. We can review your situation and tell you.
Do companies get PAN and TAN automatically?
When a company or LLP is incorporated through the MCA’s integrated process, PAN and TAN are generally allotted as part of it. If yours is not, or if you need a correction, we can help.
My PAN is showing as inoperative. What should I do?
This usually happens when the PAN has not been linked with Aadhaar. Linking it on the Income Tax portal, subject to applicable fees, can reactivate it.
Is a PAN card mandatory to file a tax return?
In general, yes. A PAN is needed to file an income tax return and to carry out most significant financial transactions.
How long does it take?
An e-PAN can sometimes be issued quickly after Aadhaar verification. Regular applications and TAN usually take longer, depending on the authority and the accuracy of the details.
Can an NRI or foreign national apply for a PAN?
Yes. A separate application route and additional documents apply for foreign citizens and entities.
Get in Touch
Need a PAN, a TAN, or a correction to either? Speak to our team today.
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Disclaimer: Legitway Services is a facilitation and consulting provider. The information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal or tax advice. Fees, forms and procedures are set by the relevant authorities and may change, so please confirm current rules with the official source.