Minor to Major PAN Card Application after 18 Age (2026)

Minor to Major PAN Card Update – Complete Guide

Why You Need to Update Your PAN Card from Minor to Major?

When a PAN card is issued to a minor (below 18 years of age), it is issued under the legal guardian’s details. After turning 18, it is mandatory to update the PAN card status to Major to:

Complete KYC in banks, mutual funds, and other financial institutions.
Link PAN with Aadhaar successfully.
Perform financial transactions without guardian consent.
Avoid compliance issues and penalties.

Eligibility & Documents Required:

Who is Eligible?

Any PAN holder who was issued a Minor PAN card and has now completed 18 years of age.

List of Required Documents

Document Type	Accepted Documents
Proof of Identity (Any One)	Aadhaar Card (Compulsory), Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, etc.
Proof of Address (Any one)	Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Bank Statement, etc.
Date of Birth Proof	Birth Certificate, 10th/12th Marksheet, Passport, etc.
Recent Photograph	Passport-size colored photo
Signature Specimen	On white paper with blue/black ink

Step-by-Step Process:

Fill Form: PAN Minor to Major Form online.
Attach Required Documents: Upload copies of documents.
Provide Latest Photo & Signature: Photo & Signature specimen is required.
Pay Application Fees: Pay the prescribed fees online.
Submit Application: Submit final online details.
Track Application Status: Use Acknowledgment Number to Track PAN Card.

How will I receive my Major PAN Card?

You will receive ePAN (PAN Soft Copy) in Email and updated Major physical PAN Card will be delivered at your address via courier/post.

How to convert PAN Card from Minor to Major online?

You can update PAN Card Minor to Major by filling up above online application 'Minor to Major PAN Card Application Form' and submit required documents. Once online process is completed then updated Major Physical PAN card will be sent to your address in courier. You will also receive Major PAN Card Copy in email also.

How Major PAN Card is different from Minor PAN Card?

Minor PAN Card do not have Applicant's Photo on it. Also it have parent's/guardian's signature on it. When Minor PAN is converted to Major PAN Card, it will have Applicant's Photo and Signature as well. PAN holder details is printed on Physical Card. It has PAN Number printed on top and contains PAN holder's Name, Date of Birth & Father's Name. Most important, PAN Card processed by us have Hologram which makes it genuine ID proof for its holder. This is why Major PAN Card with Genuine Hologram is asked to by banks or other financial institutions as proof of Identity.

Whether Minor PAN Card to Major PAN Card update is required?

Yes after Applicant becomes 18 years old. As Major PAN Card have Applicant's photo and signature on it, Banks or Financial Institutions ask to present Major PAN Card as PAN proof while opening bank account or getting any loan. Hence sometimes, at such moments PAN Card minor to major update is required.

How the updated Minor to Major PAN Card will be delivered to applicant?

Updated Minor to Major Card will be delivered to PAN Holder's Home Address by Speed POST. Applicant has to mention address in PAN Form while applying pan card minor to major update online. Address proof having same address needs to be provided along with application.

Will I receive a Soft Copy (ePAN) of my updated Major PAN Card by email?

Yes, you will receive an updated Minor to Major PAN Card's Soft Copy (ePAN) on the email address that is filled or mentioned in the form by the applicant.

How can I track Minor to Major PAN Card Status after application?

After applying PAN Minor to Major, you can track real time PAN card status on our portal at below link:
Track PAN Card Status

What if there are errors in my Minor to Major PAN Card Form?

Our team will verify your Minor to Major PAN Card Form and check for any errors. If there is any error, our team will correct it and may contact you for any further clarifications if required.

Is Aadhaar card compulsory for Minor to Major PAN Card Application?

Yes, Aadhaar card is now compulsory for Minor to Major PAN Card Application.

My Minor PAN Card is not linked to my Aadhaar Card. Can I still apply for Minor to Major PAN Card?

Yes, you can apply for Major PAN Card even if your Minor PAN Card is not linked to Aadhaar Card.

My Aadhaar Card is not linked to my Mobile number. Can I still apply for Minor to Major PAN Card update?

Yes definitely, you can apply for Minor to Major PAN Card update even if your Aadhaar Card is not linked to your Mobile number.

Will my PAN number change when updating from Minor to Major?

No, the PAN number remains same. The details on PAN Card are updated to reflect the change in status from Minor to Major.

Can I make corrections to my personal details during Minor to Major PAN Card update process?

Yes, you can update or correct your personal details such as your name, date of birth, or address, during the Major PAN Card update process.

How can I be sure that my PAN Card Minor to Major application has been submitted successfully?

After you submit your Minor to Major PAN Card application on our platform, you will receive a confirmation email with your application reference number. This reference number can be used to track your application and serves as proof of submission.

Start Your PAN Minor to Major Correction Now:

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- Sneha Mehta, Ahmedabad

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About the Author

Sanjana Mehta

PAN Card & Tax Consultant, PANCardApp.com

Sanjana Mehta is a seasoned PAN Card Consultant at PANCardApp.com with 7+ years of experience in PAN applications. Since 2017, she’s provided expert guidance in PAN documentation. With an MBA in Accounting and Finance, Sanjana ensures a seamless, accurate experience for every client.