PAN, TAN & DIN Explained – A Simple Guide for Pvt Ltd Company Registration
- SS AUDITORS AND TAX CONSULTANTS
- Aug 28
- 2 min read
When you register a Private Limited Company in India, you’ll often hear about PAN, TAN, and DIN. While they sound similar, each serves a different purpose and is mandatory for specific legal and tax requirements.
This guide explains what they are, why they are required, and how to get them.
Quick FAQ
Q1: What is PAN in company registration?
A: PAN (Permanent Account Number) is a unique tax identification number issued by the Income Tax Department for your company.
Q2: What is TAN in company registration?
A: TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) is used when your company deducts TDS (Tax Deducted at Source).
Q3: What is DIN in company registration?
A: DIN (Director Identification Number) is a unique ID assigned to each company director by the MCA.
Q4: Can I apply for PAN, TAN, and DIN together?
A: Yes. When filing the SPICe+ form for company incorporation, PAN, TAN, and DIN can be applied for at once.
1. PAN – Permanent Account Number
Purpose:Identifies your company for all income tax purposes.
Format:10-character alphanumeric code (e.g., ABCD1234E).
When You Need It:Required before opening a bank account, filing income tax returns, or conducting any financial transactions.
How to Get It:Automatically allotted after company incorporation through the SPICe+ form; physical PAN card is sent to the registered address.
2. TAN – Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number
Purpose: Used when your company is required to deduct or collect tax at source (TDS/TCS).
Format: 10-character alphanumeric code (e.g., BLRT12345Z).
When You Need It: If your company makes salary payments or vendor payments where TDS is applicable.
How to Get It: Applied for during incorporation via the SPICe+ form; allotted along with PAN.
3. DIN – Director Identification Number
Purpose: Identifies an individual as a director in any company registered under MCA.
Format: 8-digit unique number (e.g., 12345678).
When You Need It: Mandatory for every director before appointment in a company.
How to Get It: Apply via the SPICe+ form during incorporation or separately through the DIR-3 form if adding a new director later.
Key Differences Between PAN, TAN & DIN
Feature | PAN | TAN | DIN |
Purpose | Tax ID for company | TDS/TCS compliance | ID for company directors |
Issued By | Income Tax Dept | Income Tax Dept | MCA |
Applicable To | Company | Company | Individual director |
Applied Through | SPICe+ | SPICe+ | SPICe+ / DIR-3 |
Mandatory? | Yes | Yes, if TDS applies | Yes, for all directors |
Why These Are Important for Your Pvt Ltd
PAN: Needed for tax filing and banking.
TAN: Needed for tax deduction compliance.
DIN: Needed to legally act as a director.
Without these, your company cannot operate smoothly or comply with Indian corporate laws.
Our Assistance
At ssauditors, we ensure that PAN, TAN, and DIN are applied for seamlessly along with your company registration — no extra paperwork, no missed steps.
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