A PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department of India. It is required for various financial transactions, including filing income tax returns, opening a bank account, and conducting high-value transactions. Here’s a list of documents required to apply for a PAN card:

1. Proof of Identity (Any one of the following)

• Aadhaar Card

• Passport

• Voter ID card

• Driving License

• Ration Card (with photo)

• Government-issued ID card (with photo)

2. Proof of Address (Any one of the following)

• Aadhaar Card

• Passport

• Voter ID card

• Driving License

• Utility Bill (electricity, water, or telephone bill) not older than 3 months

• Bank Account Statement (with the applicant's name and recent transactions)

3. Proof of Date of Birth (Any one of the following)

• Birth Certificate

• Passport

• School Leaving Certificate

• Matriculation Certificate

• Aadhaar Card (if the date of birth is mentioned)

4. Photographs

• Two recent passport-sized photographs of the applicant, usually with white background.