These fake emails, sent from addresses like info@smt.plusoasis.com and appearing to come from “PAN 2.0 Cards,” falsely claim that the Income Tax Department has introduced a new PAN version with QR codes. The message urges people to click a link to download a free “e-PAN,” but it’s actually a scam.
To stay safe:
– Check the sender’s email address carefully.
– Do not click on links or download any attachments.
– Avoid replying to such emails or sharing personal information.
– Report any suspicious emails to authorities immediately.
– Do not respond to emails, calls & SMS asking you to share financial & sensitive information
Scam alert !!
Have you received an email asking you to click on a link to download your e-PAN Card?
This email is #Fake
Check the sender’s email ID. Never click on any link in suspicious emails and avoid downloading any attachments.
Do not… pic.twitter.com/0Ty8ujd7rN
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) July 20, 2025
The Income Tax Department has clarified that it never asks for sensitive details like passwords, bank account numbers, or credit card information through email. It also doesn’t send random emails with download links for e-PAN cards.//
If you receive such suspicious emails, report them right away to://
webmanager@incometax.gov.in or incident@cert-in.org.in//
Received an email from the ‘Income Tax Department’ asking for manual verification #PIBFactCheck
This email is FAKE!
Do NOT click on suspicious links or share personal, financial, or sensitive information via email, SMS, or call.
Report such phishing attempts here:… pic.twitter.com/trK7moACJY
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) July 19, 2025
