PAN Card Validator
Check PAN format and holder type.
🔒 Checked only in your browser; nothing is sent or saved. This checks the format and check digit, not whether the number is actually issued or active. Verify on the official government portal.
How to use
- 1Type the 10-character PAN.
- 2See whether the format is valid.
- 3Read the holder type and name initial it encodes.
- 4Verify the PAN itself on the Income Tax e-filing portal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the PAN format?
5 letters, 4 digits and 1 letter, like ABCPK1234L. The 4th letter shows the holder type and the 5th is the first letter of the surname or name.
What does P as the 4th letter mean?
An individual. C is a company, H a HUF, F a firm, T a trust and G a government body.
Does this confirm the PAN is real?
No. It checks the format only. Use “Verify your PAN” on incometax.gov.in to confirm details.
Is my PAN stored?
No. The check runs in your browser and nothing is sent anywhere.
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