Answer

1. F

   Facts

   The official FAQs say initials are not allowed in the name on a PAN application. If Aadhaar uses initials, give the full expanded name with supporting documents.

2. P

   Provisions and law

   • Rule 158, Income-tax Rules 2026 (old Rule 114)Prescribes PAN application in Forms 93 to 96 with proof of identity, address and date of birth
3. A

   Analysis

   A mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar names later causes linking and KYC problems. Example: Aadhaar shows S. Kumar; the applicant writes Suresh Kumar on the PAN form and attaches a passport or school certificate showing the full name. Better still, update Aadhaar with the full name first.

4. C

   Conclusion

   1. 1Check how your name appears on Aadhaar
   2. 2Write the full name without initials
   3. 3Attach a document with the full name
   4. 4Consider updating Aadhaar to match

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