The Government of India has made linking your Aadhaar with your PAN mandatory for smooth financial and tax-related operations. Whether you want to file income tax returns, make high-value transactions, open a bank account, or invest—an active PAN is essential. If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, it may become inoperative, which can cause delays and financial hurdles.
Why Aadhaar–PAN Linking Is Important Reducing duplicate PAN cards Preventing tax evasion Enabling smooth ITR filing Ensuring seamless banking and financial operations If your PAN becomes inactive, you may face problems in: Filing income tax returns Receiving tax refunds Purchasing/selling property Opening bank accounts Making investments (Mutual Funds, Stocks, FD, etc.)
How to Check Aadhaar–PAN Link Status Online Step-by-Step Process Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Portal (Government site) On the homepage under Quick Links, click “Link Aadhaar Status Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number Click on View Link Aadhaar Status Possible Results PAN is linked with Aadhaar → Your PAN is active. Request sent for validation Linking is in process PAN not linked with Aadhaar → You must link it soon to avoid deactivation
Check Aadhaar–PAN Status via SMS You can also check the status using your mobile phone: Send this message to UIDPAN <Aadhaar Number> <PAN Number> You’ll receive an SMS regarding your linking status Deadline & Penalty The last deadline for linking Aadhaar and PAN was 31 December 2025. If not linked by then, PAN may be marked inoperative from 1 January 2026. A penalty of ₹1,000 may apply for linking after the deadline
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What Happens If PAN Is Inoperative You cannot file ITR TDS/TCS may be deducted at higher rates Bank/financial transactions may fail Your refunds may get delayed Demat & investment services may be restricted How to Link Aadhaar with PAN If Not Linked? Go to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal Click Link Aadhaar Enter PAN, Aadhaar, name, DOB Pay the required fee (if applicable) Submit the linking request Make sure your name, date of birth and gender match on both Aadhaar & PAN.
Checking Aadhaar–PAN link status is a quick and essential step to ensure your PAN card remains active. With stricter compliance norms, it’s important to verify your status and complete linking if not done yet. A linked PAN not only prevents penalties but also guarantees hassle-free financial transactions
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