🔗 How to Link Aadhaar Number with PAN Card: Step-by-Step Guide
Linking your Aadhaar number with PAN (Permanent Account Number) has become mandatory for all taxpayers in India. This linkage helps in reducing tax evasion, streamlining tax filings, and avoiding multiple PAN cards.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to link your Aadhaar with PAN easily online.
It’s mandatory as per Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act.
Prevents your PAN from becoming inoperative.
Simplifies the process of Income Tax Return (ITR) filing.
Helps curb fake PAN cards and improves transparency.
You can link your Aadhaar and PAN via the Income Tax e-filing website:
Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax portal
Go to https://incometax.gov.in
Step 2: Click on “Link Aadhaar”
You’ll find this option under the Quick Links section on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your Details
PAN Number
Aadhaar Number
Name as per Aadhaar
Mobile number linked with Aadhaar
Step 4: Click on “Validate”
You will receive an OTP (One-Time Password) on your registered mobile number.
Step 5: Enter OTP & Submit
After verification, you’ll get a confirmation message that your Aadhaar has been successfully linked with PAN.
If your name, birth date, or gender doesn’t match between Aadhaar and PAN, you’ll need to correct it:
For Aadhaar, visit: https://uidai.gov.in
For PAN, visit: https://www.tin-nsdl.com
The deadline to link Aadhaar with PAN is notified by the government and must be checked regularly.
Failing to link may result in your PAN becoming inoperative.
A penalty of ₹1,000 may apply for late linking.
You can also link via SMS by sending a message from your registered mobile: UIDPAN<SPACE><12-digit Aadhaar><SPACE><10-digit PAN>
Send it to 567678 or 56161
Enter PAN and Aadhaar to check the status.
Linking your Aadhaar with PAN is a simple and quick process that ensures your tax filings are seamless and your financial identity stays valid. Don’t wait for the deadline—link them today!
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