Do you want to know the status of your PAN card applied through NSDL? If yes, you can check the PAN application status online through the official portal. NSDL is now the Protean eGov website. The blog covers steps to check NSDL PAN application status in detail.
NSDL PAN Status
PAN stands for Permanent Account Number. It is 10 digit alphanumeric number provided by the Income Tax Department . After applying for PAN card, you will get acknowledgement number.
You can check PAN card status on Protean website formerly NSDL. You need to select application type and enter the acknowledgement number to view the status.
Steps to track PAN status
Following are the steps to check NSDL PAN status:
- Visit the NSDL website
- Scroll down and Click on Know your status
- Select the ‘PAN – New/Change Request’ as application type
- Enter acknowledgement number
- Submit and view the status of application
Check NSDL TAN status
Following are the steps to check NSDL TAN status:
- Visit the NSDL website
- Scroll down and Click on Know your status
- Select the ‘TAN – New/Change Request’ as application type
- Enter acknowledgement number
- Submit and view the status of application
Options for checking the status of PAN Card
You can check PAN status online. There are other options to track PAN card status. Following are the ways to check PAN status:
- SMS service
- Phone calls
Track PAN card status through hone Call
You can contact the call center at 020-27218080 to know the PAN status. The timings for contact are 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. You need to share the 15-digit acknowledgement number with call centre executive .
Track PAN Card status through SMS
You can text as ‘NSDLPAN’ to 57575, followed by the 15-digit acknowledgement number. You will receive current application status of PAN application.

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FAQs
How long does it take for NSDL PAN status to update?
PAN status is updated within 24–48 hours after application submission.
How can I download e PAN after PAN is allotted?
You can download your e PAN from the Protean portal using your acknowledgment Number or PAN number.
Can I check NSDL PAN status without an acknowledgment number?
No, You can check NSDL PAN status only using the acknowledgment number.
Is NSDL PAN status available for PAN correction applications?
Yes. You can track PAN correction or update requests using the same NSDL PAN status option.
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