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Aadhaar Linking with PAN: Mandatory

Understanding mandatory Aadhaar-PAN linking requirement and consequences of not linking.

GetYourCA Team
1 March 2025·Updated 9 April 20261 min read12.5K views
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Aadhaar Linking with PAN: Mandatory

Requirement#

  • Link Aadhaar with PAN
  • For filing ITR
  • For obtaining PAN

Online#

  1. Visit incometax.gov.in
  2. Login to e-filing
  3. Profile Settings > Aadhaar
  4. Enter Aadhaar number
  5. Validate with OTP

Offline#

  • Visit PAN service center
  • Submit linking form

Consequences Not Linking#

  • Cannot file ITR
  • PAN becomes inoperative
  • Cannot get new PAN

Exceptions#

  • Non-resident Indians
  • Not available in India
  • Senior citizens (80+ years)

Check: https://eportal.incometax.gov.in

Conclusion#

Aadhaar-PAN linking is now mandatory.

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