Best Way to Apply for TAN

1. Apply Online via Protean Portal

• Visit the official website www.tin-nsdl.com managed by Protean eGov Technologies Limited
  
• Select “Online TAN Application” and choose Form 49B
  
• Fill in accurate details such as deductor type, address, AO code, and authorized person
  
• Submit the form online and proceed to payment gateway
  
• This is the fastest and most convenient method for all categories of applicants
  

2. Make Secure Payment

• Pay the application fee of ₹65 using debit card, credit card, or net banking
  
• Upon successful payment, a 14-digit acknowledgment number is generated
  
• This number is used to track TAN application status
  

3. Print and Sign Acknowledgment

• Download and print the acknowledgment slip generated after submission
  
• Sign it using a blue or black ink pen by the authorized signatory of the entity
  
• Ensure that the name and designation are clearly mentioned
  

4. Send to NSDL Office

• Send the signed acknowledgment to the following address within 15 days:
  Protean eGov Technologies Limited, 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411016
  
• Use speed post or reliable courier for timely delivery
  

5. Track Application Status

• Use the acknowledgment number to track TAN status on the Protean website
  
• TAN is usually allotted within 5 to 7 working days if the application is error-free
  
• The TAN allotment letter is dispatched to your registered address or can be downloaded online
  

Applying online is considered the best method due to its speed, convenience, accuracy, and ability to track status digitally.