Pan 2.0 Scam: How To Stay Safe Guide 

What Is Pan 2.0 Scam?

- Cybercriminals circulating fake Pan 2.0 download messages and emails - Taxpayers at target - Phishing links being sent citing PAN upgrade urgency 

Avoid Clicking Unknown, Suspicious Links

- Don't click random email links  - Also avoid opening links from messaging apps citing any PAN update emergency

Don't Share OTPs

- Scammers might share hoax OTPs that can give remote access of your device.  - Avoid sharing OTPs and codes to strangers

Verify WhatsApp Messages Authenticity

- Verify authenticity of Whatsapp messages shared for PAN Card update (could be fake).  - Don't click on links from forwarded WhatsApp messages