The Income Tax Department has clarified that existing PAN cards of taxpayers and individuals are valid even without the QR code under the PAN 2.0 project. Allotment, updation or correction of PAN will be done free of cost and e-PAN will be sent to the registered mail id.

The Income Tax Department's PAN 2.0 offers digital e-PAN cards with a QR code for enhanced security, free for up to three requests. Physical PAN cards cost Rs. 50 domestically and Rs. 15 plus postal charges internationally.

Applying for a PAN Card 2.0 online is easy and free! Follow our step-by-step guide to get your PAN card hassle-free.

India's Income Tax Department is launching PAN 2.0. The project will digitize PAN cards. Existing PAN cards remain valid. A digital version will be emailed to cardholders. A physical card will cost Rs 50.