A PAN card Gazetted form, also known as Form 49A, is used for applying for a new PAN card or making corrections to an existing one. This form requires certification by a Gazetted officer or a magistrate to validate the applicant’s identity and address. The certification is especially important for those who do not possess the standard documents required for a PAN card application. The form can be filled out either online or offline, and it ensures that the applicant's details are authenticated by a government authority, thus adding an extra layer of verification.
What information to fill inside the gazetted form?
When filling out the PAN card Gazetted form, you need to provide the following information:
Personal details
- Full name: Including first name, middle name, and surname.
- Gender: Male, female, or others.
- Date of Birth: In DD/MM/YYYY format.
- Father’s name: Full name of the applicant’s father.
- Mother’s name (optional): Full name of the applicant’s mother.
Contact details
- Residential address: Complete address including flat number, building name, street, area, city, state, and pin code.
- Office address: If applicable, provide the complete address of the office.
- Phone number: Mobile or landline number.
- Email address: A valid email address for communication purposes.
Identity and address proof
- Document type: Specify the type of document provided as proof of identity (e.g., Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence).
- Document number: The unique number of the provided identity document.
- Document type for address proof: Specify the type of document provided as proof of address (e.g., utility bill, passport, voter ID).
- Document number for address proof: The unique number of the provided address document.
Additional information
- Source of income: Salaried, self-employed, business/profession, income from other sources, etc.
- Citizenship status: Indian citizen or foreign national.
- Representative assessee: If applicable, details of the representative assessee.
- Acknowledgement number: In case of reapplication or correction, mention the acknowledgement number from the previous application.
Certification by gazetted officer
- Officer’s name: Full name of the Gazetted officer or magistrate.
- Designation: Official designation of the certifying officer.
- Office address: Address of the certifying officer’s office.
- Signature and seal: Signature and official seal of the Gazetted officer/magistrate.
Once all the required information is filled in, the form should be signed and stamped by the Gazetted officer. This certification confirms the authenticity of the details provided by the applicant, ensuring a smooth process for the issuance or correction of the PAN card.
