Verify PAN (Permanent Account Number) format instantly. Identify entity type (individual, company, firm, HUF) from PAN structure. Free PAN validation tool with Income Tax portal link.
Validate PAN format & identify entity type
Format: AAAAA9999A (5 letters + 4 digits + 1 letter)
PAN Format: ABCPE1234F
Validates format and extracts entity type from 4th character
PAN Entity Type Codes
The 4th character of PAN identifies the taxpayer category
Where PAN is Mandatory
All individuals, companies, and entities earning income must quote PAN while filing ITR.
PAN is mandatory for opening savings, current, or FD accounts above ₹50,000.
Property Transactions
Required for buying or selling immovable property valued at ₹10 lakh or more.
PAN must be quoted when buying two-wheelers, four-wheelers, or any motor vehicle.
Required for all foreign exchange transactions under FEMA and when remitting abroad.
Mandatory for investing in mutual funds, opening demat accounts, and trading in securities.
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