New form for correction in PAN related details:
CBDT notifies new online and offline forms for modification in PAN card details;
check the guideline and how it works
Apr 1, 2026
Synopsis
The Central Board of Direct Taxes has introduced new forms for correcting PAN card details. These forms, PAN CR-01 for individuals and PAN CR-02 for non-individuals, will be effective from April 1, 2026. Both online and offline submissions are permitted. Applicants must provide correct PAN details and a copy of their PAN card. Aadhaar is mandatory for most applicants.
On April 1, 2026 the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) notified two application forms for correction of PAN card details and its related procedures and guidelines. Under these new rules and forms, PAN card holders are required to fill the following Forms for Changes or Correction in PAN Data :
1.PAN CR-0 I - for an Individual,
2.AN CR-02 - for Non-Individual
This CBDT order (no. F. No. ADG(S)-1/PAN/M/3699/2026) applies with effect from April 1, 2026.
What did CBDT say about correction of PAN details
According to Taxsutra, the CBDT order specified the forms and procedures in relation to furnishing Application for PAN Correction under Rule 158(12) of Income -tax Rules, 2026 read with Section 262( 4) of Income-tax Act, 2025
CBDT said:
ln exercise of the powers conferred by Rule 158( I 2) of the Income-tax Rules, 2026, the Director General of Income-tax (Systems), specifies the following Application Forms in respect of correction of PAN alongwith related procedure and guidelines, as under: -
PAN holders are required to fill the following Forms for Changes or Correction in PAN Data:
1. PAN CR-01: Request For Changes or Correction in PAN Data [For an Individual]
2. PAN CR-02: Request For Changes or Correction in PAN Data [For Non-Individual]
The PDF format of the Forms for Changes or Correction in PAN Data, along with the related guidelines, is attached at Annexure-1.
The Forms can be submitted physically in the PAN Centres of Mis UTUTSL/ Mis Protean eGov or online through their websites.
This order shall apply with effect from April 1, 2026.
New PAN CR-01 form:
Check the guideline and how it works
Guidelines for filing request for changes in correction in PAN data:
• Form to be filled legibly in BLOCK LETTERS and preferably in BLACK INK. Form should be filled in English only.
• Mention your PAN correctly. Applicant to provide copy of PAN card with this form. In case of loss of PAN card, a copy of FIR to be submitted along with this form.
• Aadhaar number is mandatory except for exempt category. Every Person who possesses Aadhaar shall mandatorily quote Aadhaar in the application.
• Each box, wherever provided, should contain only one character (alphabet /number / punctuation sign) leaving a blank box after each word.
• All applicants (including minor, mentally ill, unsound mind) should affix two recent colour photographs with white background (size 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm) in the space provided on the form. The photographs should not be stapled or clipped to the form. The clarity of image on PAN card will depend on the quality and clarity of photograph affixed on the form.
• Signature / Left hand thumb impression should be provided across the photo affixed on the left side of the form in such a manner that portion of signature/impression is on photo as well as on form. The photograph affixed on right side of the form should be clear and without any mark.
• Signature /Left hand thumb impression should be within the box provided at the bottom right side of the form.
• Thumb impression, if used, should be attested by a Magistrate or a Notary Public or an Oath Commissioner or a Gazetted Officer under official seal and stamp.
• For reprint of PAN card without any changes- PAN holders may visit any of the following websites: i) www.utiitsl.com ii) www.tinpan.proteantech.in
• For changes or correction in PAN data, tick box on the left margin of appropriate S. No. where change/correction is required and fill that field along with the other mandatory fields in the form.
[The Economic Times]
