Mandatory Aadhaar-PAN Linking: Key Details
· The Unique Identification Authority of india (UIDAI) has mandated that all PAN cards must be linked with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025.· If you fail to link them by this deadline, your PAN card may be deactivated starting January 1, 2026.· Linking is essential for filing taxes, availing financial services, and other government-related processes.Step-by-Step Guide to Link Aadhaar with PAN1. Via Income Tax e-Filing Portal1. Go to the official Income Tax e-Filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in2. Click on ‘Link Aadhaar’ under the Quick Links section.3. Enter your PAN, Aadhaar number, and name as per Aadhaar.4. Check the box to confirm if your Aadhaar has only the birth year.5. Click ‘Link Aadhaar’. You’ll get a confirmation message once successful.2. Via SMS· You can also link PAN and Aadhaar via SMS:
Send SMS to 567678 or 56161 in the format:· UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>· Example: UIDPAN 123456789012 ABCDE1234F3. By Visiting PAN service Centers· Visit any NSDL or UTIITSL PAN service center.· Submit a self-attested copy of PAN and Aadhaar.· The operator will process your request and confirm the linkage.4. Check Your Aadhaar-PAN Linking Status· Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal.· Click on ‘Link Aadhaar Status’ and enter your PAN and Aadhaar number.· The portal will display whether your PAN is linked successfully or pending.Important Tips· Ensure your name, date of birth, and gender match exactly on both PAN and Aadhaar.· Minor discrepancies can lead to linking failures.· Linking is free of cost and can be done multiple times if needed.Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
Send SMS to 567678 or 56161 in the format:· UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>· Example: UIDPAN 123456789012 ABCDE1234F3. By Visiting PAN service Centers· Visit any NSDL or UTIITSL PAN service center.· Submit a self-attested copy of PAN and Aadhaar.· The operator will process your request and confirm the linkage.4. Check Your Aadhaar-PAN Linking Status· Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal.· Click on ‘Link Aadhaar Status’ and enter your PAN and Aadhaar number.· The portal will display whether your PAN is linked successfully or pending.Important Tips· Ensure your name, date of birth, and gender match exactly on both PAN and Aadhaar.· Minor discrepancies can lead to linking failures.· Linking is free of cost and can be done multiple times if needed.Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.