All About UTIITSL And Its Services
The Income Tax Department has authorised two agencies to issue PAN cards and make corrections/changes. This includes NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited) and UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited (UTIITSL).
UTIITSL was established as a government company in 1993 to provide financial services for UTI investors. Today, it provides various technology and outsourcing services for the Government of India (GOI) and the financial sector.
So, what services does this company provide?
Read along to know more about UTIITSL.
Background of the Company- UTIITSL
Formerly called UTI Technology Services Limited (UTISL), UTIITSL is a 100% government-owned company operating under the Ministry of Finance. It was incorporated on May 19 1993, by the enactment of the Unit Trust of India Act 2002.
UTIITSL is one of the largest financial service providers in the country, providing an array of services/products such as medical bill processing, e-governance, issuance/printing of PAN cards, etc. It is also a Category 1 SEBI-approved permanent registrar and transfer agent offering R&T (research and training) services for investors.
This government company has ISO 27001:2005, ISO 20001:2005 certifications and CMMi level 2 appraisals. Over the years, UTIITSL has been involved in providing assistance to GOI and State Governments in implementing various IT and communication programs.
UTIITSL has its registered headquarters and an ultra-modern data centre in Navi Mumbai. Moreover, it has a DR (disaster recovery) site in Hyderabad. Besides these, it has four regional offices located in metro cities and branch offices in more than 50 cities across India.
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List of Services/Products Offered at UTIITSL
You can apply for a new PAN card, make/corrections and changes, track application status and perform bulk verifications.
Aadhaar services
At UTIITSL offices, people can avail various Aadhaar-related services such as Aadhaar enrolment, biometric update, demographic update etc.
Medical bill processing
UTIITSL also processes medical bills and claims for various government health schemes. It provides services for the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), National Institution of Mental Health and Neurosciences (Nimhans), railways, ECHS etc.
Infrastructure services
This company provides complete project management services, including interior decoration, renovation, furnishing, electrical etc. It also offers maintenance and management services for buildings and assistance with real estate transactions (property valuation, acquisition, leasing etc.)
Mutual fund services
UTIITSL is a registered mutual fund distributor selling products from different mutual fund houses.
Information Technology (IT) services
UTIITSL has taken part in many government projects over the years. It has provided various IT services such as consultancy, software development, managed IT services, software analysis, server architecting, business software analysis and more.
UTIITSL’s PAN Card Services
The Income Tax Department has authorised UTIITSL to issue PAN cards and provide other PAN-related services. Since 2003, this company has issued over 12 crore PAN cards for both domestic and foreign citizens.
It also allows people to track the status of their PAN card application through its official website. Moreover, you can search for AO (assessing officer) code details for your residence. You can also search for the nearest PAN centre using its official web portal.
Organisations like financial institutions and government agencies can use its portal to verify PAN in bulk. UTIITSL also manages the PANOnline web portal, which allows users to apply for new PAN cards (directly or with the help of PAN service agents).
How to Apply for a New PAN Card by UTIITSL’s Website?
Any Indian taxpayer can apply for a new card by filling up Form 49A. Foreign citizens need to choose Form 49AA to apply for a PAN card.
Follow the given steps to apply via UTIITSL’s official website.
Step 1
Visit the official website of UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Limited.
Step 2
On the homepage, click on ‘PAN card for Indian Citizen/NRI’.
Step 3
On the new page, click on the option telling you to apply for a new PAN card (Form 49A).
Step 4
Select physical or digital mode to choose how you want to submit the application form. For digital mode, you have the following options for signing the application:
- Aadhaar-based e-KYC
- eSign
- DSC
Step 5
Choose the applicant category and whether you want a physical or physical + e-PAN card. Next, click on ‘Submit’.
Step 6
Note the reference number and fill in your personal details (name, DOB, residential address, Aadhaar details).
Step 7
Select which document you want to submit for proof of identity, address proof and date of birth proof.
Step 8
Enter your contact details, click on ‘Next’ and fill in your parents’ details.
Step 9
On the next page, fill in the AO code, range code and details of the representative assessee.
Step 10
Now, you will have to upload scanned copies of the required documents and submit the form after validation.
Step 11
Make payment for processing fees via debit/credit card, net banking or demand draft (DD).
Step 12
Download and take a printout of the acknowledgement slip. You will have to send this document along with two photographs and copies of documents to UTIITSL’s office by post.
How to Apply for a PAN Card Offline?
You can also use UTIITSL’s official website to find the nearest PAN card application centre and apply for a new PAN offline.
Follow the given steps to do this:
Step 1
On the official website, click on PAN card services and then select PAN application centres.
Step 2
Enter the name of your state and district to find the address and contact details of the PAN centre.
Step 3
Ask for Form 49A or Form 49AA from the PAN Service centre.
Step 4
Fill out this form, making sure to affix two recent coloured photographs. You will also have to fill out the designation and code of AO.
Step 5
Submit the PAN application form with prescribed documents and fees.
After successful verification, the office will issue you a PAN card within 15 working days.
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Final Word
UTI Infrastructure and Technology Services Limited (UTIITSL) provides all sorts of financial services for various government departments. Among its many services, it allows people to apply for new PAN cards and make corrections/changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: Yes, you can fill out the CSF form for PAN card correction on UTIITSL’s official website to make changes/corrections. The process for correcting PAN card details involves submitting the CSF form, making payment for changes and sending the duly filled correction form to UTIITSL’s office via post.
Ans: Follow the given steps to track PAN card status on UTIITSL:
Go to UTIITSL’s homepage and click on ‘Track your PAN card’ under PAN card services.
Enter your PAN number or application coupon number.
Fill in your date of birth (or incorporation/agreement), CAPTCHA code and click on ‘Submit.’
Ans: The following documents are necessary to apply for a new PAN card:
Identity proof (passport, voter ID card, Aadhaar card)
Proof of address (ration card, passport, electricity/telephone bill, rent agreement)
Date of birth proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID card, passport, birth certificate)
Ans: If you have lost your PAN card or forgotten your PAN, you can use the Income Tax Department’s ‘Know your PAN’ facility to find out. You will need to provide details such as your name, date of birth and father’s name.
Ans: Eligible Organisations can apply for online PAN bulk verification (PBV) as per the rules of the Income Tax Department. Here are some of these entities:
Government agencies
Financial institutions
Depository participants
Mutual fund houses
Credit card companies
Educational institutions
KYC Registration Agency
Insurance repository
Credit information companies
Disclaimer
This article is solely for educational purposes. Navi doesn't take any responsibility for the information or claims made in the blog.
