If you have a PAN card, this update is extremely important for you. The government has once again reminded taxpayers to link their Aadhaar card with PAN, failing which the PAN may become inactive, affecting financial transactions.
The Income Tax Department has urged citizens to complete the Aadhaar–PAN linking process as soon as possible to avoid penalties and disruptions.
Why Aadhaar–PAN Linking Is Mandatory
Linking Aadhaar with PAN helps the government:
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Prevent tax evasion
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Eliminate duplicate or fake PAN cards
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Simplify income tax filing and verification
Once linked, taxpayers can easily file returns, receive refunds, and carry out financial transactions without issues.
What Happens If You Don’t Link Them?
If Aadhaar is not linked with PAN:
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PAN may become inoperative
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You won’t be able to file income tax returns
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TDS/TCS may be deducted at a higher rate
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Bank accounts and investments linked to PAN may face problems
How to Link Aadhaar With PAN Online
You can link your Aadhaar and PAN easily by following these steps:
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Visit the official Income Tax e-filing website
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Click on ‘Link Aadhaar’
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Enter your PAN number and Aadhaar number
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Verify details and submit
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Complete OTP verification
After successful linking, you will receive confirmation on your registered mobile number.
Penalty for Late Linking
If you missed the earlier deadline, you may need to pay a ₹1,000 penalty before linking Aadhaar with PAN. Without payment, the linking process will not be completed.
Who Is Exempted?
Some individuals are exempt, including:
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Senior citizens above a certain age
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Non-resident Indians (NRIs)
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Individuals without Aadhaar
