Can I Block My PAN Card?

Yes, you can deactivate your PAN card through a simple application process. By filling out a PAN application through the NSDL portal, select the application type 'Changes or correction in existing PAN', then fill in the details in your PAN application and note down the token number for future references. Click on the continue PAN application, and tick all the checkboxes. Enter the OTP and e-sign with Aadhar, then print your application and mail it to Protean eGov Technologies Limited.

If you have a PAN card, then it can only be blocked or canceled if any individual dies, a company, or a firm dissolves. There is a fixed process for blocking your PAN card. You can cancel your PAN card if you have received 2 PAN cards with the same identity or if your PAN card was misused by someone else, or if you unwanted loan application in your Credit reports.

You can block your PAN card on the official website of the NSDL or UTIITSL website by filling out an online application form with all the details and documents you can then submit your application to block your PAN Card.

Here are the reasons why you need to surrender your PAN card: The individuals who are residing outside India, if two PAN cards issued by the income tax department, If you have any errors in your PAN card, if any individual died, then you need to apply for a surrender of a PAN card, or in case of any company or firm dissolution.