What is a TAN Number?

When buying a house, the TAN number is significant. This number is used to verify the identity of the person selling the home. The first three characters of the TAN express the city or region from which the TAN was obtained. The first letter of the deductor’s name forms the fourth element. In addition, when you buy a house from a non-resident of India, you must find out whether the person has a PAN number.

TAN

A TAN number is unique to an individual. It is also used for taxation purposes. The Income Tax Department issues it. Getting one is easy and quick. The process involves filling up form 49B online or visiting a TIN Facilitation Center in person. After submitting the form, you will receive an acknowledgment number. You can use this number to track the status of your application.

The structure of a TAN number consists of the first three alphabets, which represent the jurisdiction code of the holder, and the fourth character is an initiative of the holder’s name. TAN numbers can be assigned to an individual or an enterprise. Depending on the country, they are given to a single individual, company, or firm.

TIN

If you own a business, you will need a TIN to keep track of your tax transactions. You can apply for your TIN online or call a TIN-FC to obtain an application form. The processing fee is 65/-, plus applicable taxes.

You will be given a TIN when you register for VAT. This number allows you to track your multiple VAT payments. It comprises 11 digits – the first two representing your state code and the remaining nine representing the municipality in which you operate. A TIN is very helpful for traders who regularly pay VAT.

A TIN is mandatory for business in India, especially if you are a manufacturer or exporter. This is because the new tax law (GST) replaced VAT on 1st July 2017. This number is also called a TAN, or Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number, and you must quote it on all your income tax returns, payments, and other correspondence with the income tax department.

ANBA99999B

ANBA99999B is a TAN number, and the letters of the number are alphabetic and numeric. The first three letters of this number represent the city and state where the TAN was issued. The remaining two letters are alphabetic and numeric and are not related.

The TAN can be obtained in several ways. First, an applicant must submit proof of identity and address to get it. This information will be sent to the Income Tax Department, which will issue the TAN. The TAN is assigned to the applicant through a unique number. The number is based on a structure that has a unique format. The first four characters are letters, the following five are numerals, and the last character is a letter. Generally, the first three characters represent the state or city in which the TAN was issued.

Indexed TANs

Indexed TANs are an added security layer for online banking. They are more secure than a password and help reduce the risk of phishing attacks. Phishing attacks work by stealing a valid TAN and using it to impersonate a user. Users can feel more confident about their online banking activities by reducing the risk of these attacks.

This security feature improves the security of online banking transactions by linking authorization and transactions. The user is asked to enter the corresponding TAN related to the approval. In addition, there are other security measures built into TAN procedures. For instance, some systems use a mobile transaction number (also known as SMS) or Etan, also known as a chipTAN.

Application process

Before applying for a TAN number, it is necessary to understand the requirements and process. In most cases, a TAN number can be obtained within five working days after a successful online application. However, it can take up to 15 days for applications made through other methods. Fortunately, you can monitor your TAN number application status online.

A TAN is required for those who deduct tax from the source. It can be obtained from the Income Tax Department for individuals and entities. An amendment form is also available if your TAN information is inaccurate or needs to be updated.