Mistake in name in Income Tax Department database
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15 December 2010
Dear Sir/Madam,
1) When pan card application form was given the name was correctly mentioned in the application form, However when i received the pan card there was a mistake in my First name i.e. Spelling
2) I had applied for a change and the same got rectified.
3) The name reflecting in Income database is still the wrong name. The pan card which is with me is showing the correct name. Please let me know the formalities to change the name in Income tax Departments. Please explain me the procedure which i need to follow.
1) When pan card application form was given the name was correctly mentioned in the application form, However when i received the pan card there was a mistake in my First name i.e. Spelling
2) I had applied for a change and the same got rectified.
3) The name reflecting in Income database is still the wrong name. The pan card which is with me is showing the correct name. Please let me know the formalities to change the name in Income tax Departments. Please explain me the procedure which i need to follow.
15 December 2010
If you have received the corrected PAN , forget everything.
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15 December 2010
Mistakes, if are genuine and unintentional, no need to worry. Department is always facing such type of problems. They are dealing with thousands of issues. I confirm Mr Bhagat's view.
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15 December 2010
Dear Sir,
Really appreciated your prompt reply however, the problem is that in order to open the demat account they are verifying from Income tax database which is still showing the old(Incorrect) Details so then what is the solution for changing the details in the income tax database. Whom shall we address.
Regards...
Really appreciated your prompt reply however, the problem is that in order to open the demat account they are verifying from Income tax database which is still showing the old(Incorrect) Details so then what is the solution for changing the details in the income tax database. Whom shall we address.
Regards...
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03 August 2024
To correct the name in the Income Tax Department database when there is a mismatch between the PAN card and the income tax records, follow these steps:
### **1. Verify the Correction Status**
- **Confirm Correction:** Ensure that the PAN card issued to you has the correct name and that the correction request has been processed by the PAN issuing authority (NSDL or UTIITSL). Check the status of your PAN correction request on the NSDL or UTIITSL website.
### **2. Update Your Records with the Income Tax Department**
- **Check the Income Tax Portal:** Log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal and verify if your details are updated correctly. If your PAN details are still incorrect, proceed with the following steps.
### **3. Contact the Income Tax Department**
- **Write to the Income Tax Department:** Draft a formal letter addressed to the Income Tax Department explaining the discrepancy. Include details such as your PAN number, old incorrect details, corrected details, and a copy of the PAN card showing the correct name.
- **Attach Supporting Documents:**
- Copy of the corrected PAN card
- Proof of identity (e.g., Aadhar card, passport)
- Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, bank statement)
- **Address for Communication:**
- You can send the letter to the jurisdictional Income Tax Office where your PAN is registered. The contact details can be found on the Income Tax Department's website or your previous communication with them.
### **4. Visit the PAN Service Center**
- **Physical Visit:** You may visit the nearest PAN service center or UTIITSL office where you applied for your PAN card. Provide them with your corrected PAN card and request them to update the records with the Income Tax Department.
### **5. Follow Up**
- **Monitor Status:** After submitting the letter and documents, keep track of the progress. You can follow up with the Income Tax Department or PAN service center for updates.
### **6. Update Demat Account Information**
- **Communicate with the Demat Account Provider:** Inform your demat account provider about the issue and provide them with the corrected PAN card and any communication or acknowledgment from the Income Tax Department regarding the update.
### **Contact Details for Income Tax Department**
- **Website:** [Income Tax India E-filing](https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/)
- **Helpdesk:** You can contact the Income Tax Department's helpdesk or grievance cell for assistance in correcting your details.
### **Sample Letter Format**
```plaintext
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, PIN Code]
[Date]
To,
The Income Tax Officer,
[Jurisdictional Income Tax Office Address],
[City, State, PIN Code]
Subject: Request for Correction of Name in Income Tax Database
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to bring to your notice a discrepancy in the name recorded in the Income Tax Department database. My PAN card reflects the correct name, but the Income Tax Department records still show the old incorrect name.
**PAN Details:**
- PAN Number: [Your PAN Number]
- Incorrect Name in Records: [Old Incorrect Name]
- Correct Name on PAN Card: [Correct Name]
I have already applied for a correction, and the PAN card issued to me has the correct name. I am enclosing a copy of the corrected PAN card along with this letter. I kindly request you to update your records with the correct name.
Enclosures:
1. Copy of the corrected PAN card
2. Proof of identity
3. Proof of address
I would appreciate it if you could process this correction at the earliest convenience. Should you need any further information or documents, please let me know.
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Contact Number]
```
### **Conclusion**
Ensure that all supporting documents are accurate and complete to avoid delays. Following these steps should help resolve the issue with the Income Tax Department and update your records accurately.
### **1. Verify the Correction Status**
- **Confirm Correction:** Ensure that the PAN card issued to you has the correct name and that the correction request has been processed by the PAN issuing authority (NSDL or UTIITSL). Check the status of your PAN correction request on the NSDL or UTIITSL website.
### **2. Update Your Records with the Income Tax Department**
- **Check the Income Tax Portal:** Log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal and verify if your details are updated correctly. If your PAN details are still incorrect, proceed with the following steps.
### **3. Contact the Income Tax Department**
- **Write to the Income Tax Department:** Draft a formal letter addressed to the Income Tax Department explaining the discrepancy. Include details such as your PAN number, old incorrect details, corrected details, and a copy of the PAN card showing the correct name.
- **Attach Supporting Documents:**
- Copy of the corrected PAN card
- Proof of identity (e.g., Aadhar card, passport)
- Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, bank statement)
- **Address for Communication:**
- You can send the letter to the jurisdictional Income Tax Office where your PAN is registered. The contact details can be found on the Income Tax Department's website or your previous communication with them.
### **4. Visit the PAN Service Center**
- **Physical Visit:** You may visit the nearest PAN service center or UTIITSL office where you applied for your PAN card. Provide them with your corrected PAN card and request them to update the records with the Income Tax Department.
### **5. Follow Up**
- **Monitor Status:** After submitting the letter and documents, keep track of the progress. You can follow up with the Income Tax Department or PAN service center for updates.
### **6. Update Demat Account Information**
- **Communicate with the Demat Account Provider:** Inform your demat account provider about the issue and provide them with the corrected PAN card and any communication or acknowledgment from the Income Tax Department regarding the update.
### **Contact Details for Income Tax Department**
- **Website:** [Income Tax India E-filing](https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/)
- **Helpdesk:** You can contact the Income Tax Department's helpdesk or grievance cell for assistance in correcting your details.
### **Sample Letter Format**
```plaintext
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, PIN Code]
[Date]
To,
The Income Tax Officer,
[Jurisdictional Income Tax Office Address],
[City, State, PIN Code]
Subject: Request for Correction of Name in Income Tax Database
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to bring to your notice a discrepancy in the name recorded in the Income Tax Department database. My PAN card reflects the correct name, but the Income Tax Department records still show the old incorrect name.
**PAN Details:**
- PAN Number: [Your PAN Number]
- Incorrect Name in Records: [Old Incorrect Name]
- Correct Name on PAN Card: [Correct Name]
I have already applied for a correction, and the PAN card issued to me has the correct name. I am enclosing a copy of the corrected PAN card along with this letter. I kindly request you to update your records with the correct name.
Enclosures:
1. Copy of the corrected PAN card
2. Proof of identity
3. Proof of address
I would appreciate it if you could process this correction at the earliest convenience. Should you need any further information or documents, please let me know.
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Contact Number]
```
### **Conclusion**
Ensure that all supporting documents are accurate and complete to avoid delays. Following these steps should help resolve the issue with the Income Tax Department and update your records accurately.
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