Hey @TanyaChopra
A PAN card mandatory for transactions above a specified limit in India. The Permanent Account Number or PAN is issued by the Income Tax department of India.
It is usually assumed that the minimum age for getting a PAN card is 18 years. However, the income tax department has not set any minimum age for a PAN application by an Individual, HUFs, company or any other body. Hence, there is No Minimum Age Limit to apply for a PAN.
The process for application of PAN for Minors or with Age less than 18 years as on the date of Application is different.
Documents required- one from each category:
- Proof of Identity: Aadhar Card, Passport, etc.
- Proof of Address: Aadhar Card, Passport, Driving License Voter’s card, Utility Bills(electricity, consumer gas connection, broadband bill, etc.- Not more than 3 months old), etc. Allowed of the applicant or Guardian.
- Proof of Date of Birth: Aadhar Card, Passport, Birth Certificate, School Leaving certificate, etc.
The application should be made by the Father or the Legal Guardian of the applicant. The signature on the Application or Form 49A/49AA. You can apply for the PAN online[1] or visit the NSDL website. Visit here to details about the documents required.
Hope this helps!
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