Aadhaar PAN Card Link 2025: Linking Aadhaar with PAN is mandatory for all taxpayers under Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act. It helps streamline tax compliance, prevent duplicate PANs, and curb tax evasion. If not linked, the PAN becomes inoperative, restricting financial transactions and tax filings.
To check the Aadhaar-PAN link status or complete the linking process online, visit the Income Tax e-filing portal. Failure to link by the deadline may result in penalties and higher TDS.
Aadhaar PAN Card Link 2025
| Purpose | To streamline tax compliance and prevent duplication of PAN cards |
| Mandatory Requirement | Yes, as per Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act |
| Deadline for Linking | Initially set for June 30, 2023; penalties apply for late linking |
| Penalty for Late Linking | ₹1,000 as per Section 234H of the Income Tax Act |
| Methods to Check Status | Online via e-Filing portal, SMS, or offline methods |
| Consequences of Non-Linking | PAN becomes inoperative; restrictions on financial transactions |
How to Check Aadhaar-PAN Link Status
1. Online (via Income Tax e-Filing Portal)
- Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal.
- Click “Link Aadhaar Status” under Quick Links.
- Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number, then click “View Link Aadhaar Status”.
- The system will show if your PAN is linked or pending verification.
2. Via SMS
- Send UIDPAN <Aadhaar> <PAN> to 567678 or 56161.
- You’ll receive a reply confirming the link status.
3. Offline
- Visit a PAN service center or your bank branch with your Aadhaar and PAN.
How to Link Aadhaar with PAN
1. Without Logging In
- Go to the Income Tax e-Filing portal.
- Click “Link Aadhaar” under Quick Links.
- Enter your PAN, Aadhaar, name, and mobile number.
- Verify via OTP and click “Validate”.
2. By Logging In
- Log in to the e-filing portal.
- Go to Profile Settings > Link Aadhaar.
- Enter your Aadhaar details, verify via OTP, and submit.
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3. After Deadline (With ₹1,000 Penalty)
- Pay the penalty via “e-Pay Tax” on the portal.
- After payment confirmation, link Aadhaar using the above methods.
Key Points to Remember
- Penalty for Late Linking: A late fee of ₹1,000 must be paid if linking is done after June 30, 2023.
- Consequences of Non-Linking: An inoperative PAN restricts financial transactions like bank deposits above ₹50,000 or mutual fund investments.
- Exemptions: NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) are not required to link their PAN with Aadhaar.
Benefits of Linking Aadhaar with PAN
- Prevention of Fraud: Eliminates duplicate or fake PAN cards.
- Streamlined Tax Compliance: Simplifies income tax filing by pre-filling details from linked accounts.
- Transparency: Ensures accurate tracking of taxable transactions.
- Mandatory for Financial Transactions: Required for opening bank accounts, mutual fund investments, etc.
