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If you've recently received an email prompting you to download your e-PAN card, do notclick; it'sa phishing attempt. The Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check Unit has issued a public advisory warning users about fraudulent emails that appear to offer access to an e-PAN card download link. The PIB Fact Check flagged these emails as #Fake, sharing screenshots of the scam on social media to raise awareness. The emails, titled "Download e-PAN Card Online: A step-by-step guide", are being s
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FAQ :
The PIB is warning the public about fake emails that claim to offer e-PAN card downloads, which are actually phishing attempts.
You should not click on any links or download any attachments from such emails. Do not respond to them as they are fraudulent.
No, the Income Tax Department states that it never asks for personal details like bank account numbers, passwords, or PINs via email, SMS, or phone, nor does it send emails asking users to download their e-PAN from unknown sources.
A phishing scam is a cybercrime where scammers impersonate trusted organisations to steal confidential data like credit card details, passwords, or login credentials, often by directing users to fake websites.
You can report suspicious emails by forwarding them to webmanager@incometax.gov.in or incident@cert-in.org.in, and then delete the email.
It is recommended not to respond to suspicious emails or calls, avoid clicking links or downloading attachments from unknown sources, never provide financial or personal details via email, and keep security software up to date.
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