Can an online application be made for allotment of TAN?
A7 Yes. The application can be made online through http://tin.nsdl.com.You can apply for TAN online at the NSDL-TIN website. You can then fill and submit the form online. Once you click on button ‘submit’ an acknowledgment containing a unique 14 digit acknowledgment number is generated on the screen. You should print this acknowledgment sign it and despatch it to NSDL at the address mentioned on NSDL-TIN website along with the processing fee which is Rs. 50 + service tax (as applicable). Payment can be made by DD/cheque payable at par in Mumbai favouring NSDL-TIN or by credit card.[Source : http://incometaxindia.gov.