How to upload pan card in federal bank online?
As a Federal Bank customer who recently updated my KYC, here's the step-by-step process for uploading your PAN card:Through Federal Bank's online portal:1. Log into your Fednet internet banking account2. Navigate to "Services" or "Profile" section3. Look for "KYC Update" or "Document Upload"4. Select PAN Card as document type5. Upload clear images of both sides of your PAN card6. Submit and note the reference numberImportant tips:- File size should be less than 1MB typically- Acceptable formats are usually JPG, PNG, or PDF- Ensure all details are clearly visible and not blurry- The name on your PAN should match your bank records exactlyAlternative methods:- Use the Federal Bank mobile app (similar process)- Visit a branch if you're having technical issues- Some customers report success using the Feddy chatbot on their websiteThe system usually processes within 24-48 hours, and you'll receive confirmation via SMS or email. If it fails, check that your PAN details match your bank account information exactly - even small discrepancies can cause rejection.
I work in banking compliance, so I can explain both the how AND why behind PAN card uploads:Why banks require PAN upload:- Regulatory requirement under Income Tax rules- Prevention of money laundering- Verification of customer identity- Linking financial transactions to tax IDTechnical requirements for successful upload:- Image clarity - 300 DPI resolution minimum- File format - PDF is often preferred as it preserves quality- Complete visibility - all four corners of the PAN card should be visible- Legible text - especially the 10-digit PAN number and your signatureCommon rejection reasons:- Mismatch between PAN name and bank account name- Expired PAN card (they don't actually expire, but old formats may be rejected)- Poor image quality or glare- Incorrect document type selectedThe Income Tax India website has a PAN verification tool you can use to confirm your PAN is active before uploading to Federal Bank. This can save you time and repeated upload attempts!