The CBDT has introduced new forms (CR-01 & CR-02) and a streamlined process for correcting PAN details, effective April 1, 2026.
Saloni Kumari | Apr 2, 2026 |
CBDT Introduces New Application Forms to Amend or Rectify PAN Details; Effective April 2026
The Directorate of Income Tax (Systems) of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) under the Ministry of Finance has issued an order No. ADG(S)-1/PAN/M/3699/2026-AD-DD SYSTEMS 1-5 DELHI, dated April 01, 2026, regarding the correction of Permanent Account Number (PAN) details.
The CBDT has specified application forms and procedures for individuals or entities who want to amend or rectify their PAN details. The said forms have been introduced in pursuance of the powers granted under Rule 158(12) of the Income Tax Rules, 2026, read with Section 262(4) of the Income Tax Act, 2025.
Individuals are required to fill out Form PAN CR-01, while non-individuals, such as companies or organisations, are required to use Form PAN CR-02. Applicants can select if they want to submit the forms either physically at authorised PAN service centres or online through the official websites of service providers like UTIITSL and Protean eGov Technologies.
The forms, along with detailed instructions, are provided in the official order itself in PDF format (in Annexure 1). You can access the entire order by downloading it from below.
The aforementioned directions in the said order are scheduled to take effect from April 01, 2026.
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