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AO Code is a combination of Area Code, AO Type, Range Code and AO Number. Applicants for PAN are required to provide the AO code in their application. This information can be obtained from the Income Tax Office. Applicants may search their AO Codes on the basis of description wherever provided.
The AO code on a PAN card is essential for income tax assessment, indicating the tax jurisdiction. It consists of 4 elements - area code, range code, AO number, and AO type, varying for individuals and organizations in different locations.
How can I find my area code for PAN? You can find your area code by visiting the Protean eGov Technologies Limited portal or by getting in touch with the tax department. You will have to provide the details of your PAN to find your area code. Can I change my AO code? You cannot change your AO code unless your residential address changes.
Area Code: A code is assigned to every area. You can find the area code based on the area to which your jurisdiction belongs to. AO Type: It determines the type of AO a taxpayer comes under -Type C for circle and Type W for the ward.
The list of AO codes given below is to help the PAN applicant to choose the AO codes under whose jurisdiction the applicant of new PAN falls. The AO code for a given PAN may change across time as per the policy of Income Tax Department (PAN in such cases remains the same).
When applicants apply for a PAN card online, they are asked to mention the AO code in the form. AO code is necessary for Income Tax assessment as it denotes the tax laws applicable for a person and under whose jurisdiction will the assessment be covered.
Area code: The area code is the first part of the AO code and signifies the jurisdiction under which your PAN card application falls. This code ensures that your application is directed to the correct assessing officer based on your geographical location.