How to know pan no.

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26 May 2017 how i can know pan no of a company ,
only if name or cin no. or date of incorporation is know.

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26 May 2017 If PAN Card is applied through NSDL website then check pan status using pan & dob details. There u can find PAN No.

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26 May 2017 dear sir,
I want to know pan no. of other company

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26 May 2017 You cannot get this detail by yourself.

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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28 July 2024 Finding the PAN (Permanent Account Number) of a company using only the company's name, CIN (Corporate Identification Number), or date of incorporation can be challenging because PAN is a confidential identifier. However, there are a few methods and processes you can consider to obtain this information:

### **1. Check Publicly Available Documents**

- **Company's Financial Statements:**
- PAN is often mentioned in a company’s financial statements, including the annual report or audited accounts, which may be accessible on the company's website or through regulatory filings.

- **Income Tax Returns:**
- Companies' Income Tax Returns (ITR) or tax documents might contain PAN details. These documents can sometimes be accessed through company filings with regulatory authorities.

### **2. Use Government Websites**

- **MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs):**
- The MCA portal provides various details about a company, but it does not typically include PAN information. You can use MCA services to access other company details like CIN and registration date.

- **Income Tax Department:**
- The Income Tax Department does not provide a direct service to search PAN numbers for other entities. However, if you have a legitimate reason (such as tax reconciliation or legal matters), you may contact them for assistance.

### **3. Contact the Company Directly**

- **Company's Contact Information:**
- Reach out to the company’s finance or accounts department directly. Request the PAN number for purposes related to business transactions or compliance.

- **Company Secretary or Auditor:**
- If you have a professional relationship or are authorized to access this information, you might contact the company's company secretary or auditor.

### **4. Through Official Communication**

- **Formal Request:**
- Submit a formal request to the company or its authorized representative explaining the purpose of your request. This is typically done for legal or business purposes.

### **5. Legal Methods**

- **Filing a Complaint or Legal Request:**
- In legal situations, such as litigation or compliance issues, a court order or legal request might be necessary to obtain PAN details.

### **6. PAN Verification Tools**

- **PAN Verification Services:**
- Certain services offer PAN verification tools where you can validate PAN details provided you have sufficient information and the legal right to access it.

### **Important Notes:**

- **Confidentiality:** PAN is a sensitive piece of information and should be handled with care. Unauthorized access or misuse of PAN details can lead to legal consequences.

- **Data Privacy:** Ensure that any method used to obtain PAN complies with legal and data privacy regulations.

### **Steps to Find PAN Using Other Details:**

1. **Obtain the Company’s CIN**: You can get the CIN from the MCA website or company’s official documents.

2. **Company Search on MCA Portal**:
- Visit the [MCA website](http://www.mca.gov.in).
- Use the “Company/LLP Name” search option to get details of the company using its CIN.
- While PAN is not directly available here, you can gather other details that might help in further communication.

3. **Request PAN Directly**: If you need PAN for legitimate reasons, directly contacting the company or its representatives might be the best approach.

### **Summary:**

- **Directly Contact the Company**: Reach out to the company’s finance department.
- **Check Public Documents**: Look for financial statements or annual reports.
- **Legal and Professional Channels**: Use formal and legal methods if necessary.

If you have specific needs or are facing challenges, consulting with a legal or tax professional might provide additional guidance.

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