Income Tax Dept Halts Instant e-PAN Services for Two Days: Check Dates and Steps to Apply Before Suspension

The Income Tax Department has announced a temporary suspension of its instant e‑PAN service due to scheduled maintenance. The service, which provides quick and paperless PAN allocation using Aadhaar, will be unavailable for two days till August 19, 2025. Taxpayers are advised to complete any pending e‑PAN applications before the downtime to avoid disruptions.

Instant e-PAN Service Unavailable For Two Days: Check Date and Time

The Income Tax Department has announced that its instant e‑PAN service will be unavailable for 48 hours, from 12:00 AM on August 17, 2025, to 12:00 AM on August 19, 2025, due to scheduled maintenance. Taxpayers are advised to complete any pending e‑PAN-related tasks in advance to avoid inconvenience.

The announced maintenance aims to upgrade system performance and enhance platform efficiency. During this period, users will be unable to apply for or access the e‑PAN-thus Advance planning is strongly recommended.

What Is the Instant e‑PAN Service?

The instant e‑PAN facility allows individuals-who have not yet obtained a Permanent Account Number (PAN) but possess a valid Aadhaar- to generate a digitally signed PAN in electronic format, free of cost and without paperwork. The service is fully paperless, accessible via Aadhaar-based e‑KYC, and provides the e‑PAN quickly, making it a convenient option for individuals entering the financial ecosystem.

How to Apply for Instant e-PAN Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Using the instant e-PAN service is simple, fully digital, and free of cost. Here is how to apply:

• Visit the official Income Tax e-filing portal.
• On the homepage, click on 'Instant e-PAN' under the 'Quick Links' section.
• Select 'Get New e-PAN'.
• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and verify with the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
• Accept the terms and validate the Aadhaar details.
• On successful submission, a digitally signed e-PAN will be generated and available for download in PDF format.

Ensure your Aadhaar is active and linked to your current mobile number for seamless access. No physical documents or visits are required.

Instant e‑PAN Service Suspension: What Taxpayers Should Do?

Taxpayers planning to obtain an e‑PAN should submit their applications before August 17, 2025. Failure to do so may result in delay of PAN issuance, which is essential for opening bank accounts, conducting financial transactions, or filing income tax returns.