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How to give Power of Attorney to someone in India from Japan?

Power of Attorney (POA)Power of attorney is a legal document giving one person power to act on behalf of another person.The agent can have broad or limited range of authority to make legal decision about…

I am working for a company abroad online from india. I am getting paid in crypto. Is this legal if i convert to cash? If so how i file tax for my salary?

First things first, Crypto, although taxed, is still not legal in India! There are many platforms to receive your money in legal currency, such as Paypal, Stripe, etc. So, it's better to use them!Secondly,…

My Airtel fastag has been blacklisted. It is not getting recharged. The customer care number is of no use. What to do?

You shall call NHAI helpline at 1033 for further assistance/escalation.

Recently I relocated to Mauda, Nagpur from AP, my vehicle registed in AP. From Mauda everyday I have to go to Nagpur. There is a Toll gate (Called Mathani) in between. I want to opt for Local monthly pass at this toll gate.How to obtain monthly pass?

Contact the toll plaza & they will guide you accordingly.

In my GeM account, under MSME tab after entering the Udyam number and the phone number, I get an error saying "Udyam already taken". Only after I finish this, I can move on to Vendor assessment part. What to do?

May be one more GeM id is registered with this UAM. Need to disable that account.

Is it necessary that both parents should have passport before applying for their child's passport?

It is not necessary that both parents should have a passport before applying for their child's passport. The advantage of either parent holding a valid passport with spouse name endorsed is that it exempts…

How to put buyer' s own terms and conditions in a bid asking for service in gem portal?

While publishing a Bid, when the Buyer reaches the “Additional Terms & Conditions (ATC)” page, they will get a button called as “Buyer Added Bid Specific ATC”. By clicking on this button, they can…

How can I fetch masked aadhaar if regular aadhaar showing full number in my digilocker?

Check this video.

How to change the address in gem portal for the registered seller?

In the Profile page, you can click on the link called as Office Location in which you will be able to view as well as the edit the address details, including the GST details.

I have applied for my date of birth change in PSK but then have told me to go to RPO office they have also send my passport for police verification. Why?

As per the policies and rules RPO is authorized to deal with dob change procedure and all such applications are escalated to RPO OFFICE. You have to visit RPO office with all the supporting documents…

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Can I get my PAN verified for passport from digilocker?

No need of verified pan for passport. Only you have to carry general pvc or original pan card.Verified aadhar needed for passport.You can verify your aadhaar yourselfDownload aadhaar on computer not on…

मेरे आधार में सही है ड्राइविंग लाइसेंस में उम्र गलत है तो वह सही करनी है मुझे| क्या करें?

Dear User, Steps to follow to apply for Change of Date of Birth:- 1. Visit Sarathi website 2. Select a concerned state 3. Click on "Services on driving license" from the "Apply Online" menu 4. Fill up…

My account is showing 600 rs but every time when we go through toll plaza they say my account is having insufficient balance and i should contact Fasttag issuer bank. But Airtel Fasttag don't have customer service no also there app is not responsive. WHat to do now?

Every bank or organisation is having customer care, kindly contact them & get the issue resolved.

How can I find my issuer bank on fasttag if not printed?

In case there is no bank's name written on the FASTag then it is an NHAI/IHMCL tag. Kindly call 1033 NHAI helpline for any further clarification.

I applied for a passport 18 days ago, but I haven't received the police enquiry yet. My application status shows it's under review at the passport seva kendra. Is there any issue with my file?

It is better to approach your district POLICE COMISSIONER office or SP Office concerned as soon as possible.

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I mistakenly filled birth place wrong in the passport application and submitted the form. Now how can I edit the form?

NO need to worry. And if the application once submitted you cant change the particulars in the application on online. But you can change the any details at PSK during the time of YOUR appointment.…

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Why my passport is delaying even after successful police verification and I am waiting for 2 months now?

Please check your current status on passportseva portal by providing your file number and Date of birth. If status shows that “Your application is under review at RPO” it is better to visit your RPO.

How can I update my mail ID on my Aadhar Card?

Visit Nearest Aadhar Enrollment Center & ask them to update EMAIL ID. Demographic update fee costs 50/-.

What should I do if my passport has been under review at the Regional Passport Office (RPO) for the past three days, and I have just realized that there is a mistake on the application where my permanent and temporary addresses have been mismatched? I urgently need my passport, so what steps can I take to resolve this issue quickly?

There is no quick way if you have mentioned both permanent and temporary addresses for your passport. Having two addresses closes your chances for urgent processing. It's better to consult a travel agency…

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Is there any minimum amount that should be compulsorily kept in Fastag?

Yes apne fastag main maximum 250 plus balance always rakhna chahiye jisse aapko koi problem na aaye

Why are many bids in GEM not visible once logged in, while these bids are visible offline?

One of the reasons why the Bids are not visible is that the Seller might not have added the particular product/service in their Seller Catalog.Solution:When you are able to view the Bid offline, please…

I have a fastag with kotak Mahindra Bank with sufficient balance. But I want to buy new fastag from Paytm. Can I buy it? And will my balance be transferred?

You must surrender the previous FASTag from kotak bank & you will get the unused amount refunded to your account. Then you may proceed with the purchase from paytm. Inter-FASTag transfer of funds…

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My mom dob is 1960. She don't have her school certificate and birth certificate. Can she get passport with adhar card and voters ID?

From 1 January 1989 ,it is compulsory you submit birth certificate for applying passport. But your mom's date of birth is 1960, so you do not need birth certificate. You submit your mom Aadhar card…

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I am trying to link my Aadhaar with DigiLocker but every time I get an error "Aadhaar does not have verified mobile number". What to do?

To open any documents in Digilocker, citizens are required to ensure that their mobile number is linked with Aadhar or not. If it is not linked, then link it via Aadhar update. Because whenever you provide…

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I have got my e pan card through e-Filling website few days back. Then I go to verify pan card. That time I faced "No record found on entered pan card". I can't proceed with this pan card or reprint it. I can't contact department. What to do?

It takes time to get the instant pan card details to be updated in the Income Tax database.I recommend checking after 10-15 days!

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The new PAN Card I have issued has the wrong Pan number printed on it. What should I do to correct it?

This your new pan card. You should read this पैन कार्ड की किसी भी समस्या का समाधान करें अगर किसी के पास दो पैन नंबर हैं, तो आपको जल्द से जल्द एक पैन नंबर सरेंडर करना होगा। किसी व्यक्ति या कंपनी…

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I am permanent resident of canada but citizen of india. I earn some money online by working with Google Adsense and it comes to my indian saving bank account. I am confused if that income will be considered with indian tax system or canadian tax system. I know that saving account should be converted to NRO and I am also planning to do the same. Will I need to pay tax in india for money that are deposited in indian account?

Yes you will require to file ITR for your income generated in Indian bank account and also if you have and FD you need to show that too. I request you to please convert your bank account to…

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How can I find from which app my train ticket has been booked from PNR number ? I want to cancel it. IRCTC saying go to app from where it has been booked.

That's sort of easy thing actually, just open the ticketing apps what all you have with you. Check for my booking in apps. You can find. There you go with the ticket. Then cancel. Simple

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Mene ticket bna liya hai payment bhi success ho gya h bt ticket ke pnr nhi aaya hai and irtc id password sab kar diya h ab kya kru pnr no ke Bina?

Please check booked tickets history in your IRCTC profile

How to edit IRCTC user ID and password?

ID can't be edited, password can be changed.

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We have a 12 character Udyam Aadhar number and i wanted to register on GEM portal, however it is asking for 16 character Udyam Aadhar. Where do i get this 16 character code from?

The general format of an Udyam number is as given below:UDYAM-AP-00-0123456

How can i find out first, middle and last name for Pan card if my name is A XYZ BCDEF?

Fifth character of PAN represents the first character of the PAN holder's last name/surname in case of an individual. In case of non-individual PAN holders fifth character represents the first character…

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How can i open digilocker from Nepal ? I am an international students in Kurukshetra University. How can i get my university documents in digilocker?

For opening a DigiLocker account, you have to have an Indian Mobile number and Aadhar linking for fetching any document in DigiLocker.

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I can't open the Digilocker app in Saudi Arabia. How to open it?

Due to Geo-fencing issues the app may not operational.

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What is the process for re-activation of cancelled adhar card under regulations 27 of adhar regulations?

Regulation 27 of Aadhaar states about the cancellation of Aadhaar. You can read it here. **************** 27. Cases requiring omission of Aadhaar Number. — (1) The Aadhaar number of…

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I cannot open the PDF of my aadhaar recieved in 2019. I tried my area pincode and combo of first 4 letter of my name with birth year. Both are not working. Can somebody help me to open this PDF?

Check this video.

I am a Canadian citizen. Want to sell my property in India.Can I do this with power of attorney without visiting India myself or do i need to be physically present?

Can sell the property with Power of Attorney, your physical presence is not required to sell the property in India. In a separate answer, we wrote the detailed procedure to give power of attorney from…

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I'm not able to validate digital signature in documents downloaded through digilocker. What should I do?

Please address your concern to DigiLocker support team.

Are Digilocker documents valid for document verification in SBI jobs?

Documents issued through Digilocker platform are legally valid as per IT Act 2000.

I have lost my pan. While applying, by mistake i got a new pan card. Can i change pan card number with bank account?

You have to surrender your PAN card which is not in use! If you don't remember your old PAN Number, you can contact Income Tax Office in your locality to get the same. Procedure for surrendering Pan Card:…

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Can the custom Bid uploaded in GeM under one HOD account be transferred to another HOD account? How to retrieve the account of HOD if the HOD has forgotten his user id and password?

The Custom Bid created one Primary User cannot be transferred to another Primary User.In case the login credentials are forgotten, the Primary User may contact the GeM HelpDesk Toll-free number and quote…

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I had a ICICI fasttag in my car and sold it. Now I bought a new car with kotak fasttag. How do I transfer balance from my ICICI fasttag to kotak fasttag?

FASTag balances are non-transferable inter-bank. You have to raise a surrender request with the old FASTag issuer bank & then your unused amount will be refunded back to you. Then you may use your…

Why is my gem account saying user disabled?

It is because your Secondary User account has been deactivated from your Primary User's side.

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Gem portal registration me username kya linkhu ?

You can give anything relevant as a Username. If you belong to a Buyer organization, you can give a Username in relation to your official designation or GeM role. If you belong to a Seller organization,…

I was born in the UK. Both my parents were born in India, then became East Pakistan. At the time of their departure to come to the UK it was East Pakistan, several years later became Bangladesh. 90% of my mum and dad's extended family reside in India. Will I be granted a OCI? What documents will I need, my father is the only one alive and has sylhet on his passport for place of birth, no birth certificate.

The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme is available to individuals who were Indian citizens, or whose parents or grandparents were Indian citizens, at any time. However, the OCI eligibility criteria…

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My product was rejected in gem. But the reason is not showing there. What to do?

Usually the reason will be clearly shown at the right hand side of the product in the Catalogue → Products → Search My Offerings page, so that the Seller can correct the issue and resubmit the same.

My DL number is 29904/04-05. How to convert this to enter in Digilocker. The year of the issue is 2005 and issued by KA05?

Exclude the special characters ( / and - ). Eg: 299040405

Where can I find the registration number for Mumbai university, BSC certificate, year 2005?

Open the digilocker app. Then click on the search button which is on the bottom of the page. Then scroll down and there you can see education option. Then click on it then on the right corner top of the…

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In the Bid section of GeM, the Participate Tab is not shown. What should I do?

First of all, please download the Bid document and try to understand in which category the Bid has been called for. Next, try to list your Product/Service in that particular category. Once it is approved…

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I'm a returning NRI. Will be Resident but Not Ordinary Resident (RNOR). My company asked me to work as an independent consultant (not employee, they don't have Indian entity). What is the best payment method available and also the tax implications?

As a returning NRI who will be classified as Resident but Not Ordinary Resident (RNOR), if you are working as an independent consultant in India, you may be eligible to file your taxes under the presumptive…

How to get voter id in digilocker?

The department issuing Voter Id card is not yet integrated with DigiLocker. We are working on the integration of the same. We will update on portal once available.

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How to download the eAadhar if the site says “registered mobile number not valid” and the Aadhar acknowledgment slip isn’t available?

Ideally, for downloading eAadhar you must have the access to the registered mobile no. However, if you do not have the registered mobile number, there is a solution available. All you need to…

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What does ‘Aadhar update status is in process’ mean?

This means that your request for Aadhar card update has been verified and approved and will be administered soon.

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Which bank will allow me to open bank account without pan card?

You can open bank account without PAN by submitting Form 60 in the bank. For opening bank account by online mode almost all banks asks for PAN. You can get Instant E PAN if you adhar is linked to your…

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I am unable to fetch my DL and Pan card to my Digilocker account. It is showing DOB as NA and Gender as NA. I had checked and verified my DL through the link in the Parivahan website.How to resolve it?

Please refresh your Aadhaar profile. Sign in to digiLocker and click on My profile.. Go to the profile section and click on Update profile and follow the procedure.

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How to get AHL TIN for Digital Ration Card application?

AHL TIN stands for Abridged Household List- Transaction Identification Number. It is a unique number provided to each member of family in the ration card. Follow the below steps to get AHL TIN number.…

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How to close the icici bank fast tag account and get the refund?

Step 1 : Know Your ICICI FASTag Customer ID (Call to Customer Care 18002100104) Step 2 : Register Your Account & Create Login Credentials Customer Portal Link : Link Click on Register -> Click…

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Aren’t poor being denied essential services like pension & rations for want of Aadhaar?

Under no circumstance, can anyone be denied a service just because he/she doesn’t have an Aadhaar. Section 7 ofthe Aadhaar Act 2016 clearly saysso. If one does not have Aadhaar or if Aadhaar online…

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My aadhaar number has 12 digits but Digilocker only shows the last 4 digits. What to do?

The UIDAI has introduced 'Masked Aadhaar' which is an option that allows one to cover the 12-digit unique identity in the downloaded Aadhaar or e-Aadhaar. As per security guidelines DigiLocker provides…

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How to link Aadhar with Pan card ?

As per the directions of the Income Tax Department, details like Name, Date of Birth and Gender as per PAN will be validated against Aadhaar Database. If any of these do not match, ‘Identity data…

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After marriage can I use the pancard which has my father's name on it?

Practically, there is no issue in using PAN Card (before marriage) even after marriage. But it is recommended to change the name on card to avoid future problems i.e. opening a bank account requires…

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How many days will it take to get a PAN card ?

The official time that it takes to get the PAN card is 15 to 20 working days after your application is submitted. The same time applies for both online and offline applications. If you don't get…

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I am unable to fetch my Pan card to my Digilocker account. It is showing the full name did not match. While the name is same as in PAN CARD.What to do?

This is a software bug in the pan card database. To overcome this bug, try the below. In digilocker, when trying to download PAN card, it will ask for 2 things - Name and PAN Card. Enter your full name…

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How to track the status of Aadhar update request ?

You need to enter SRN/ URN to track the status of update in your Aadhar card. SRN is Service Request Number. When a user update the Aadhar details online through Aadhar Self Service Update Portal, user…

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What are the documents required for getting passport ?

Copy of any of the following documents can be submitted as address proof • Valid ration card with present address • Election ID card with present address • Aadhaar card • Phone bill,Water…

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Can I update mobile number in Aadhar ?

In case, you have already registered your mobile number and the number is still with you, you can replace it with new number through Self Service Update Portal (https://ssup.uidai.g..). The One-time password…

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How to track the status of TDR ?

You can track the status of TDR by using the below link. Refund Status

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How much will it cost to get a passport?

For regular or normal passport applications it will cost INR 1500.For Tatkal Passport, it will cost INR 3500If you are going through an agent, a service charge needs to be paid to the agent. You can also…

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How to apply for passport ?

You can apply for passport in the below link. Passport Seva Online Portal

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What does 'TM', 'SM', ® means?

'TM' stands for Trademark and 'SM' stands for Servicemark. The use of TM and SM symbols notifies the public that the company is claiming exclusive ownership of the trademark and can generally be used…

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It has been over 90 days that I have applied for an Aadhar and I haven’t received it. How can I file a complaint for Aadhar card generation?

In order to file a complaint regarding the Aadhar, email at help@uidai.gov.in or you can call on the toll free number, 1947. Another option available is by registering the complaint…

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What are the documents required for Passport Renewal ?

List of documents required for renewing passport are different based on your needs. You can check the documents required from this link. Passport Reissue Documents

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How to make corrections in Pan card ?

In order to update the details in pan card, please follow the below steps1. Open the NSDL website ( https://tin.ti..)2. Read all the instruction carefully3. At the bottom of page, you will be able…

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I need to change my phone number in Aadhar card. Is it done in this Bangalore one centre?

It is done in Bangalore one centres. Now many banks also do this. It is better to do from banks as it is less crowded.

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Does a Sole Proprietorship have a separate PAN Card?

Sole Proprietorship does not have separate PAN Card. PAN Card of Proprietor will also serve as PAN Card of proprietorship.

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How to book I-Ticket in railways ?

Steps to book I-ticket online. Login to IRCTC website with the username and password Select the source and destination for your journey. Choose the journey date. Select Ticket Type= i Ticket from the…

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What are Aadhar enrollment charges ?

Aadhar enrollment is free of charge.

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How many days will it take to get an Aadhar card ?

It will take maximum 3-5 weeks to get the Aadhar card and when it will be issued ,you will get the message or email on your registered mobile number and email id. The Government has computerized…

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I lost my passport recently. I've applied for a duplicate passport. I want to know if the new passport will have the same number as my old passport, or a new number?

The new passport will have a new passport number, with a fresh validity of 10 years.

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Can an NRI settled abroad vote in India?

Yes, they can vote. To register their name in Electoral Roll, all they need is a valid Indian Passport showing their name and place of residence in India.

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What is the procedure to apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport?

To apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport, you have to fill the Passport Application form and apply for "Re-issue" of passport. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal…

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How can I track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here.

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What would be the validity of a minor's passport?

The validity of a minor's passport is restricted to five years or till they attain the age of 18, whichever is earlier. But the minors aged between 15 to 18 years can apply either for a 10-year validity…

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There is a spelling mistake of my name in the passport. What should I do?

If you find any mistake/error in the particulars printed in the passport booklet as per the application form submitted, please return the passport for necessary rectification. Any additional fees required…

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Some agencies are not accepting eAadhaar. They insist on original Aadhaar. Why?

eAadhaar (downloaded Aadhaar) from UIDAI website is legally as valid as the original Aadhaar issued by UIDAI. Both should be accepted by all Agencies. In fact, downloaded Aadhaar has updated address,…

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I lost my pan card. How to get a new pan card ?

For getting a duplicate PAN card, you need to know your PAN Number.If you don't remember your original PAN number, visit the link provided below to get your pan number(https://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/e-Filing/Services/KnowYourPanLinkGS.html)…

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How to track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here. http://passportindia.gov.in/App..

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How to return the additional PAN that I have ?

You can return a PAN using both online and offline processes. Online : Visit https://www.onlinese.. Fill and submit a ‘Changes or Correction in existing PAN data/Reprint of PAN Card (No Changes…

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Can partial cancellation of train ticket be done?

Yes. Partial Cancellation can be done. Login to www.services.irctc.co.in Click on“Booked Tickets” link Select the ticket to be canceled Select the passengers to be removed.

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What is the difference between TIN and PAN ?

Taxpayer Identification Number or TIN is the registration number assigned to business enterprises and organizations. It is a eleven digit number to be quoted in all tax and business related transactions…

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How can I track my aadhar card status after I have enrolled ?

You can track the staus of your Aadhar card here. https://resident.uidai.gov.in/..

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Can I apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online for passport?

Yes, you can apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online. Follow the below procedure to do it. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. https://portal2.passpo.. Login to the…

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Why am I being asked to verify and link my mobile numbers with Aadhaar?

For your own safety and the security of our country, it is legally necessary to verify identity of all mobile subscribers and link them with Aadhaar to weed out mobile numbers being operated by fraudsters,…

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I have added various issued documents in Digilocker but now it is showing no document in my Digilocker. What to do now as I have tried on both the app and website?

Kindly refresh the 'Issued Documents' section of the DigiLocker App. You will be able to see all your issued documents.

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What is the definition of damaged passport?

Damaged passport is classified based on the extent of damage, i.e.: Damaged Passport - Passport number is readable, name is legible and Photo is intact Damaged beyond recognition/ mutilated/smudged…

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How can I download an e-PAN card ?

Income Tax Department allows individuals not having a PAN card to download instant e-PAN. e-PAN is a digitally signed PAN card issued in electronic format by the I-T department. The service, which started…

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Can the mobile company store my biometrics taken at the time of SIM verification and use it for other purposes later?

No.They cannot. No one, including the mobile phone companies, can store and use your biometrics for any other purpose except for verification with UIDAI. The biometrics are encrypted as soon as Aadhaar…

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Are there any issues if I have multiple PAN cards ?

It is illegal to hold more than one PAN. There is penalty of Rs 10,000 under section 272 B of the Income-tax Act, 1961, which can be imposed in case of holding multiple PANs. Further, if the person holds…

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Does the address proof of place of business have to be in the director's/partner's name?

The registered office address proof need not be in the partner/director's name. We would need a No Objection Letter from the owner of the premise.

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Can I get a passport without police verification?

Depending on whether an application is for issue of fresh passport or re-issue of passport, Passport Office shall decide whether Police Verification is required for issuance of passport to you. In most…

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