Process to Cancel TAN in India

Eligibility for TAN Cancellation

• Applicable when a business or entity has multiple TANs and needs to surrender duplicates
  
• Required when an entity ceases operations or is no longer liable to deduct or collect tax
  
• Can also be initiated if TAN was allotted by mistake or with incorrect details
  
• Cancellation must be done formally to avoid future compliance notices
  
• Only the deductor or an authorized representative can initiate the request
  

Filling and Submitting the Cancellation Request

• No separate form is prescribed but cancellation can be done using a TAN change request form
  
• Select the “Cancellation of TAN” option in the application type
  
• Provide the TAN to be cancelled along with the valid TAN to be retained if applicable
  
• Mention reasons for cancellation such as closure of business or duplicate allotment
  
• Signed application must be submitted with authorization if applicable
  

Documents Required

• Copy of the TAN allotment letter to be cancelled
  
• Self-declaration or request letter stating valid reasons for cancellation
  
• Identity proof of the applicant in case of proprietorship
  
• Authorization letter if signed by someone other than the authorized signatory
  
• PAN card copy may be requested for validation purposes
  

Submission at TIN Facilitation Center

• Submit the filled and signed TAN cancellation request at the nearest TIN-FC (Facilitation Center)
  
• Pay the applicable processing fee (same as correction fee, currently ₹65)
  
• Receive acknowledgment with a unique reference number for tracking
  
• Physical submission is mandatory for processing TAN cancellation
  

Processing and Confirmation

• The request is forwarded to the Income Tax Department for validation
  
• Once approved, the TAN is marked as “cancelled” in the official database
  
• No TAN certificate or letter is issued post cancellation
  
• The applicant should retain the acknowledgment for future reference
  
• Processing may take around 10 to 15 working days depending on accuracy and documentation