PAN Card Format Validator
Check the structure of a PAN number and find out the holder type from the fourth letter.
- Free
- No signup
- Private: runs in your browser
- Works on mobile
These tools check the format of a number on your device. They cannot confirm that a document exists or who it belongs to.
PAN Card Format Validator tool
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Example
With the default values shown in the tool, the results look like this:
- Format
- Valid PAN format
- Holder type (4th letter)
- Individual (Person)
- First letter of surname/name (5th letter)
- E
How to use PAN Card Format Validator
- Enter your values in the fields above.
- The result updates instantly as you type or change an option.
- Copy the result or note it down. Nothing is saved on our servers.
Why use DocConvertPRO?
- Free to use with no signup or watermark.
- Everything runs in your browser. Your input is not uploaded.
- Works on phones, tablets and computers.
- Made for Indian users: rupees, lakh/crore formats and local use cases.
About this tool
A PAN has 10 characters: 5 letters, 4 digits, 1 letter. The 4th letter shows the holder type, for example P for an individual and C for a company.
Everything is checked on your device. Nothing you type is uploaded or stored.
Frequently asked questions
Does this verify that the PAN exists?
No. It checks the format only. Use the Income Tax e-filing portal to verify a PAN.
What does the 5th letter mean?
For individuals it is the first letter of the surname.
Is my PAN stored?
No.