PAN Card: PaiNeither the card is an important identity document in India, but it is necessary to cancel it in certain situations. If a person dies, it is necessary to cancel their PAN card so that it cannot be misused. The Income Tax Department has already fixed a process for this. This process can be completed by the legal heir of the deceased.
When is it necessary to cancel a PAN card?
PAN card cancellation is required when a person is issued two PAN cards or when the PAN holder dies. In the event of death, it is necessary to cancel the PAN so that there is no tax or financial fraud in the future.
Who can cancel the PAN card of the deceased?
The legal heir or close relatives of the deceased can apply to cancel their pan. But before that it is necessary that if the deceased were income taxpayers, then the final income tax return should be filed on their behalf and if there is any outstanding tax, then it should be paid.
How to file ITR on behalf of the deceased person?
Income tax return till the date of death of the deceased person is filed from April 1 of the concerned financial year. For this, these documents are necessary.
death certificate
Legal successor certificate
PAN of deceased and who files returns
Noterized affidavit
Return can be filed online or by going to income tax office.
How to apply for PAN card cancellation?
After the return file and tax payment, a written application can be given to the concerned assessing officer (AO) with the name of the deceased, PAN number, date of birth and death. A receipt is given when the application is accepted. The Income Tax Department canceles the pan after examining the application.
Where to submit the application?
To know which AO you come under, go to the Income Tax Department website
https://incometaxindia.gov.in/pages/jurisdiction.aspx
You can submit the application by taking information about AO according to your state and region.
If a loved one has died, it is necessary to eliminate the tax and identity document related to his name properly. This process of PAN card cancellation is legally necessary and also protects you from financial fraud.
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