PAN CARD Photo Update: There is a big relief for PAN Card holders. Now you can easily replace your old picture from your PAN Card. Now the question is how? In todays article we will discuss about it. Also from this, you can learn how to do this impossible work with easily. So let’s started. Nowadays, the PAN card isn’t just used for paying taxes, but it’s also needed for opening a bank account, making investments, completing KYC, and many other government functions.
Therefore, if the photo on your PAN card appears old, blurred, or different from your identity, it could cause problems later on. Fortunately, there’s no need to repeatedly visit offices to update your photo. You can easily change your PAN card photo online from the comfort of your home. Let’s learn how.
How to change PAN card photo online?
First of all go to the official website of NSDL or UTIITSL and select the PAN Correction/Update option.
Indian citizens must fill out Form 49A. Here, the Photo Mismatch option must be selected.
After this, fill the PAN number, full name, date of birth and other important information correctly.
Upload your recent passport-sized photo in JPEG format. The photo must be clear and within the specified size.
For Identity Proof, scanned copy of Aadhaar Card, Voter ID or other valid documents will have to be uploaded.
After uploading the documents, now make the payment (Rs 91 + GST).
You can make the payment through UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card.
After the payment is completed, you will receive a 15-digit acknowledgment number. Download and keep it safe, as it will be needed to track your status later.
In some cases, signed Acknowledgment copy and documents may have to be sent by post.
With the help of Acknowledgment number, you can easily track the status of your application online.
Why is it important to update photos?
If the photo on your PAN card doesn’t match your current identity, it could cause problems during banking, KYC, or government verification. Therefore, it’s important to keep the correct photo updated periodically.
