PAN Card 2.0 – Big Update Every Holder Must Know
The PAN card is essential for banking, government work, and financial transactions. Banks have made linking PAN with Aadhaar mandatory for all accounts. But what if your PAN card gets blocked or closed? Here’s what you need to know about the new PAN 2.0 updates, how to check your card’s status, and when it can be deactivated.
What is PAN 2.0?
- If your PAN card was issued before 2017, it likely won’t have a QR code. New PAN cards include this feature, but it’s not mandatory yet.
- PAN 2.0 allows free online updates for details like email, address, name, and phone number.
- You can store your PAN digitally in a wallet or mobile, so you don’t have to carry the physical card.
- The online application process has been simplified and made paperless.
When Can a PAN Card Be Blocked?
- If you change your phone number or personal details in Aadhaar but don’t update them in your PAN, it can lead to blocking.
- Not linking Aadhaar with PAN in time may also result in closure.
- In such cases, you can reapply or update details online.
Key Benefits of PAN 2.0
- Easy, paperless online updates without any fee.
- Instant changes to personal details.
- Digital storage option for convenience.
- Faster, simpler application process.
