I have lost my PAN card and don’t have the card number written anywhere. How can I find my PAN card number online securely using Aadhaar, my name, or date of birth?
How to Find PAN Card Number If Lost
Losing your PAN card isn’t the end of the world. You can recover your PAN number online easily using Aadhaar or personal details.
1. Using Aadhaar
- Visit Income Tax e-Filing Portal
- Click Know Your PAN.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and mobile number.
- Verify OTP → your PAN number will appear.
2. Using NSDL/UTIITSL
If not Aadhaar-linked:
- Visit https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com
- Choose PAN – Application Status
- Provide name, DOB, and mobile number to retrieve your PAN info.
3. Request e-PAN Copy
Once retrieved, you can download your e-PAN for official use.
Summary: Recovering your lost PAN card number online through Aadhaar or NSDL is quick, safe, and accepted by the Income Tax Department.
Hii, losing a PAN card can feel stressful and I’ve been in a similar situation and know how urgently you may need the number for banking or tax work. Thankfully, there’s a simple way to recover it online.
How to Retrieve Your PAN Number?
1. Visit the official Income Tax portal.
2. Go to “Know Your PAN / Aadhaar-PAN link status.”
3. Enter your Aadhaar number → verify with OTP.
4. Your PAN details will be shown on the screen.
• If your Aadhaar is linked, this is the quickest way.
• For unlinked cases, you can request a reprint or update through NSDL/UTIITSL using basic identity details.
Official Website:
Income Tax Department Portal