No, you don’t need to pay a delivery charge for a PAN card. PAN card is issued by the Income Tax Department of India and is issued free of cost.

However, you might need to pay a fee while applying for a PAN card if you apply through an agent or through a private service provider. It’s advisable to apply directly through the official website of the Income Tax Department to avoid any additional charges.

What happens if the PAN Card is not delivered to me

If your PAN card is not delivered to you, you can take the following steps:

• Track the status of your PAN card delivery: You can track the status of your PAN card delivery on the official website of the Income Tax Department.
• Contact the NSDL or UTIITSL: If you are unable to track the delivery status of your PAN card, you can contact the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) or the UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL), the two authorized agencies responsible for printing and dispatching PAN cards.
• Request for a reprint: If your PAN card is not delivered even after a considerable period of time, you can request a reprint of your PAN card by filling out the required form and paying a nominal fee.

It’s important to keep a track of your PAN card delivery status and take necessary actions in case of any delays or non-delivery.

What should I do if the PAN Card is returned?

If your PAN card is returned, you can take the following steps:

• Check the delivery address: Verify that the address you provided while applying for the PAN card is correct and up-to-date. If not, update your address with the Income Tax Department.
• Request for a reprint: If the address is correct, you can request a reprint of your PAN card by filling out the required form and paying a nominal fee.
• Contact the NSDL or UTIITSL: If you are still unable to receive your PAN card, you can contact the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) or the UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL), the two authorized agencies responsible for printing and dispatching PAN cards.

It’s important to keep track of your PAN card delivery status and take necessary actions in case of any delays or non-delivery to avoid any inconvenience in the future.