Invalid PAN. PAN format should be First 5 Alphabets, next 4 digits, then 1 Alphabet.

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Ruhi Ruhi

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25 July 2023 SLOVE THIS SUBJECT QUERY

CA R SEETHARAMAN

CA R SEETHARAMAN (Expert)
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25 July 2023 Check the PAN number you entered it's first five digits should be alphabet and next 4 digits number and last one digit alphabet.

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Radhakrishnan K.V.

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28 July 2023 Please make the query understandable. Seems that your PAN is OK.

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Asha Kanta Sharma

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20 August 2023 What PAN you are entering which is showing this error ?

Asha Kanta Sharma

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06 July 2024 The PAN (Permanent Account Number) format in India is indeed specific and must follow the format: first five characters are alphabets, followed by four digits, and ending with one alphabet. Here’s an example to illustrate the correct format:

• Correct PAN Format Example: ABCDE1234F

Ensure that when entering a PAN for any purpose, such as tax filings, financial transactions, or online registrations, it adheres strictly to this format to avoid errors or rejections due to an invalid PAN format. If you encounter issues with entering a PAN, double-check the format against the correct pattern provided above.