Glossary / Also known as

PAN card

Another name for PAN (Permanent Account Number).

What does PAN card mean?

PAN card is another name for PAN (Permanent Account Number). A unique 10-character alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department of India to every taxpayer.

The two names mean the same thing. You will see "PAN card" in some ledgers, reports and contracts and "Permanent Account Number" in others. The full entry covers how it works, with examples.

Read the full definition of PAN (Permanent Account Number)

Book a Demo