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Understand how to link Aadhaar to PAN card online, check PAN Aadhaar linking status, and complete the process through SMS, online or offline methods.
Last updated on: Aug 10, 2026
On July 1, 2017, the Indian government made it mandatory for every resident of the country to link their Aadhaar and PAN cards. Filing income tax returns, opening a stock trading account, opening a bank account, buying/selling financial securities, or even checking your CIBIL score becomes easy with this linkage. The deadline to link your Aadhaar Card with your PAN Card was December 31, 2025. Missing this may lead to severe consequences.
Follow these simple steps to check the status of your PAN Aadhaar linking application:
Go to the Income Tax Department’s official e-filing portal
Navigate to ‘Quick Links’ and click on ‘Link Aadhaar Status’
Provide your PAN details and Aadhaar number
Next, click the ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’ option
Following this, your PAN Aadhaar linking status will be displayed on the screen.
Status can be checked without creating or accessing an account on the portal.
The process is as follows:
Access quick link: Navigate to the “Link Aadhaar Status” option on the e-Filing homepage.
Enter basic details: Provide PAN and Aadhaar number without logging in.
Verify request: Submit the request directly through the quick access feature.
Check output: The linking status is displayed on the screen instantly.
This option allows you to perform an aadhaar PAN link status check without login.
There are multiple methods available to complete aadhaar linking to PAN card requests.
Online linking: Aadhaar can be linked through the Income Tax Portal using OTP verification.
SMS service: UIDPAN SMS format allows linking through a registered mobile number.
Offline method: PAN service centres support manual Aadhaar linking requests.
Each method addresses different access preferences.
Below are the steps on how to link your PAN Card to Aadhaar Card online with the help of the e-filing website of the Income Tax Department of India -
Visit the official Income Tax e-filing website at incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal
On the homepage, you will be able to see the ‘Quick Links’ button. Click on the same and then select the ‘Link Aadhaar’ sub-option from it to move further.
Once you do the same, you will see a pop up notification saying that your payment details have been verified. Click on the ‘Continue’ option to move further.
On the page that you will be redirected to, you must then enter your PAN and Aadhaar number. Conclude this step by clicking on the ‘Validate’ button to proceed.
Feed in your PAN Card number, Aadhaar Card number, your name as per your Aadhaar Card. Additionally, you will find two tick boxes underneath that. One will ask you whether your Aadhaar number only states your date of birth and the other one will ask you for your consent for validating your Aadhaar. Click on the first one if that is true in your case. In the case of the other, you will have to mandatorily click on the same to proceed.
Enter the One Time Password (OTP) that you will receive on your mobile number on the following page. Click on the ‘Validate’ option to proceed. Note that you will receive the said OTP from the Income Tax Department of India itself.
You will finally see a notification stating that your Aadhaar-PAN linking request has been shared with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Additionally, it will also say that you must check the status of the same after a few days. If you see such a notification, you have successfully placed a request for linking your Aadhaar to your PAN Card
You can also link aadhar and PAN card by simply sending an SMS to a particular number. Note that in order to do so, you will need to make the payment to the concerned authorities through the NSDL portal as per the standard procedure mentioned previously. Once you have made the payment, you must:
Type an SMS message in the format of UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>.
Use your registered mobile number to send the message on 567678 or 56161.
For instance, if your Aadhaar card number is 123456789101 and your PAN is FGHIJ2345D, you have to send the message in the form of UIDPAN 123456789101 FGHIJ2345D and then send the text message to either 56161 or 567678.
Once the SMS is processed, a confirmation message is sent, indicating whether the Aadhaar to PAN linking request has been successfully submitted or requires further action.
Offline linking can be completed through authorised PAN Service Centres by submitting a request form along with supporting documents.
The process is carried out in the following steps:
Visit service centre: Go to the nearest PAN Service Centre or NSDL/UTIITSL facilitation centre that handles PAN-related services.
Request linking form: Ask for the Aadhaar–PAN linking or correction form available at the centre.
Fill application details: Enter PAN, Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, and contact details exactly as per records.
Submit supporting documents: Provide self-attested copies of PAN card and Aadhaar card for verification.
Biometric authentication (if required): In some cases, biometric or OTP-based verification may be completed at the centre.
Pay applicable fee: Make the required processing or service fee payment, if applicable under current rules.
Acknowledge submission: Collect the acknowledgement receipt to track the status of the linking request.
After submission, the request is processed, and Aadhaar linking with PAN is completed once verification is successful.
When there is a mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar details, corrections must be completed before linking can be processed successfully.
The steps to resolve and proceed are as follows:
Identify mismatch type: Check whether the difference in name is minor (spelling variation) or major (completely different name).
Minor mismatch resolution: If the variation is small, proceed with linking and complete OTP verification using the registered mobile number.
Major mismatch correction: If the difference is significant, update details in either PAN database (through NSDL/UTIITSL) or Aadhaar database (through UIDAI).
Verify corrected details: Ensure that name, date of birth, and gender match exactly across both records before retrying.
Reinitiate linking request: Once corrections are updated, submit a fresh aadhaar link to pan card request through online, SMS, or offline method.
In cases of mismatch, linking is completed only after consistent demographic details are validated in both systems.
As of 2026, the applicable deadlines for PAN–Aadhaar linkage have passed for most taxpayers. The consequences of non-linking depend on the category of PAN holder and the provisions applicable to them under the Income-tax Act, 1961.
The current position is outlined below:
| Taxpayer Category | Relevant Deadline | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
Existing PAN holders required to link Aadhaar |
30 June 2023 |
PAN may be treated as inoperative if Aadhaar was not linked within the prescribed timelines and requirements |
PAN holders who used an Aadhaar Enrolment ID |
31 December 2025 |
PAN may become inoperative from 1 January 2026 if the Aadhaar number is not updated and linked within the prescribed period |
New PAN Applicants |
Not applicable |
Aadhaar-based verification is generally integrated into the PAN application process, subject to applicable requirements |
Individuals whose PAN has become inoperative may be required to complete PAN–Aadhaar linking and comply with the prescribed conditions, including payment of the applicable fee, to restore operability. Certain exempt categories notified by the government are not subject to these consequences.
Charges may apply if linking is done after specified deadlines.
| Service Type | Charges |
|---|---|
Standard linking |
No fee (within deadline) |
Late linking |
₹1,000 (as per applicable provisions) |
Disclaimer: Charges and timelines may change based on official Income Tax Department guidelines.
Late linking may involve statutory charges.
Applicable provision: Penalty is levied under relevant sections of the Income Tax Act.
Fixed charge: A standard amount is applied for delayed linking requests.
Payment requirement: Payment must be completed before submitting the linking request.
This applies to delayed aadhaar PAN link cases.
Individuals required to link PAN with Aadhaar after the prescribed deadline may need to pay the applicable fee before submitting a PAN–Aadhaar linking request through the Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
The process generally involves the following steps:
Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Portal and select the e-Pay Tax option.
Enter the PAN details and complete the required verification process.
Proceed to the Income Tax payment section.
Select the applicable assessment year and payment category.
Choose the option relating to the fee for delayed PAN–Aadhaar linking, where applicable.
Complete the payment using the preferred payment method and save the challan or payment receipt for future reference.
After successful payment, submit the PAN–Aadhaar linking request through the designated facility on the portal.
The fee amount and payment process are subject to the provisions and guidelines notified by the Income Tax Department from time to time.
Failure to link PAN with Aadhaar within the prescribed timelines may result in the PAN becoming inoperative, subject to applicable provisions and exemptions.
The consequences may include:
Inoperative PAN Status: The PAN may become inoperative until the prescribed conditions for reactivation are fulfilled.
Delay in Tax Refunds: Eligible income tax refunds may not be issued while the PAN remains inoperative.
No Interest on Refunds: Interest may not be payable on refunds for the period during which the PAN remains inoperative, subject to applicable rules.
Higher TDS Rates: Tax may be deducted at higher rates in accordance with Section 206AA of the Income-tax Act.
Higher TCS Rates: Tax may be collected at higher rates in accordance with Section 206CC of the Income-tax Act.
The consequences do not apply to categories of individuals specifically exempted from the PAN–Aadhaar linkage requirement.
Certain categories of individuals are exempt from the PAN–Aadhaar linkage requirement as notified by the government.
The exempt categories include:
Non-Residents: Individuals classified as non-residents under the Income-tax Act, 1961.
Non-Citizens of India: Individuals who are not citizens of India.
Individuals Aged 80 Years or Above: Persons who are 80 years of age or older at any time during the relevant previous year.
Residents of Specified States: Individuals residing in notified states as specified by the government from time to time.
Individuals falling within these exempt categories are generally not subject to the consequences associated with PAN becoming inoperative due to non-linkage.
Linking PAN with Aadhaar helps maintain accurate records across government databases and simplifies various tax-related processes.
The key benefits include:
Simplified Identity Verification: Linking PAN with Aadhaar helps establish a verified identity across tax and financial records.
Seamless Income Tax Return Processing: Aadhaar linkage supports smoother processing of tax-related services, including return filing and verification.
Faster Refund Processing: Accurate and linked records can help reduce delays in the processing of eligible income tax refunds.
Improved Record Accuracy: Linking helps minimise discrepancies between PAN and Aadhaar records maintained by government authorities.
Reduced Risk of Duplicate Records: Aadhaar linkage helps strengthen identity validation and reduce the possibility of duplicate or multiple PANs.
Convenient Access to Online Tax Services: Linked PAN and Aadhaar records facilitate access to various services available through the Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
Enhanced Compliance: Completing the linkage requirement helps individuals comply with applicable provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
Better Integration of Tax Records: Linking enables tax-related information to be associated with a single verified identity record.
Linking Aadhaar with PAN involves verification through the Income Tax Portal, SMS services, or offline centres. The process includes validating details, completing OTP authentication, and checking PAN Aadhaar link status to confirm successful completion.
Reviewer
If PAN cannot be linked with Aadhaar, the issue is usually due to mismatched details such as name, date of birth, or gender, which must be corrected in either Aadhaar or PAN records before submitting a fresh linking request.
Yes, linking PAN with Aadhaar remains applicable for eligible individuals as per Income Tax provisions, and non-compliance may result in the PAN becoming inoperative, which affects the ability to carry out certain financial and tax-related transactions.
PAN Aadhaar linking requires only the PAN number and Aadhaar number, and both records must contain consistent demographic details such as name, date of birth, and gender to ensure successful verification and completion of linking.
If Aadhaar is not linked with PAN, the PAN may become inoperative, which can restrict activities such as filing income tax returns, processing refunds, and performing certain financial transactions that require a valid PAN.
No, once Aadhaar and PAN are successfully linked in the system, the linking cannot typically be reversed or removed through standard processes under current operational guidelines of the Income Tax Department.
PAN Aadhaar linking confirmation is usually processed within a few days after submission, depending on verification timelines and successful matching of details between UIDAI and Income Tax databases.
PAN Aadhaar link status can be checked without logging into the portal by accessing the quick link section on the Income Tax e-Filing website and entering PAN and Aadhaar details to view the linking status instantly.
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