Aadhaar is a unique 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on behalf of the Government of India. It serves as a valid proof of identity and address across India. To learn more about how to Apply for Aadhaar card, CLICK HERE. PAN is a unique identification number given to all taxpayers in India. It serves as an electronic record for tax-related information. Starting from July 1, 2017, the Indian government introduced a mandatory requirement for all residents of the country to link their Aadhaar and PAN cards. Read also, how to link Aadhaar with PAN for Income Tax Filing.

Linking the Aadhaar Card and PAN Card is highly important as it helps the Income Tax Department track and analyze your financial activities. Sometimes, there are instances where issues arise during the issuance of PAN or Aadhaar cards, requiring the delinking of Aadhaar from a PAN card. To know how to de-link Aadhaar card with pan card, CLICK HERE. If an individual fails to link their Aadhaar and PAN by June 30, 2023, they can still do so at a later date but will be required to pay a penalty.

3 WAYS TO LINK AADHAAR TO PAN CARD: 

1. Link Aadhaar to PAN Card online.

2. Link Aadhaar to PAN Card through an SMS.

3. Link Aadhaar to PAN Card manually.

HOW TO LINK AADHAAR TO PAN ONLINE VIA E-FILING WEBSITE: 

1. Visit the official Income Tax e-filing website: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/ 

2. Click on the ‘Quick Links’ button and select ‘Link Aadhaar’.

3. Verify your payment details and click on ‘Continue’.

4. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar numbers and click on ‘Validate’.

5. Fill in the necessary details such as your mobile number, name as per Aadhaar and click on the “Link Aadhaar” button.

6. Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your mobile number and click on ‘Validate’.

7. You will receive a notification confirming your request has been shared with UIDAI. 

Check the status after a few days to ensure successful linking. Ensure that the information entered is accurate and follow the instructions provided on the website for a smooth linking process.

HOW TO LINK AADHAAR TO PAN CARD OFFLINE (MANUALLY):

1. Visit the nearest NSDL office.

2. Obtain and fill out the appropriate form under the guidance of the concerned official.

3. Provide the required details and submit supporting documents such as your Aadhaar card, PAN card, and birth certificate. Once the documents are verified, your Aadhaar will be linked to the PAN.

HOW TO LINK AADHAAR TO PAN CARD VIA SMS: 

1. Ensure that you have made the payment through the NSDL portal before proceeding. 

2. Compose an SMS in the format of UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>.

3. Send the SMS from your registered mobile number to either 56161 or 567678.

Example: if your Aadhaar card number is 123456789101 and your PAN is FGHIJ2345D, send the SMS as UIDPAN 123456789101 FGHIJ2345D to either 56161 or 567678. Once the information is verified, your Aadhaar card will be linked with the PAN.

HOW TO CHECK AADHAAR PAN CARD LINK STATUS: 

1. Go to the e-Filing Income Tax Department page at https://eportal.incometax.gov.in/iec/foservices/#/pre-login/link-aadhaar-status 

2. Click on “Link Aadhaar Status” under “Quick Links”.

3. Enter your PAN number.

4. Enter your Aadhaar number.

5. Click on the “View Link Aadhaar Status” button.

6. The status of your Aadhaar-PAN linking will be displayed on your screen.

HOW TO CORRECT DETAILS IN AADHAAR-PAN LINKING (ONLINE):

1. Visit the official UIDAI web portal at https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/  

2. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the captcha code to log in.

3. Choose the “OTP” option and enter the one-time password received on your registered mobile number.

4. Select the sections in your Aadhaar card that require updating and upload the necessary scanned documents.

5. Once the documents are uploaded, you will receive an Update Request Number (URN) for future reference.

HOW TO CORRECT DETAILS IN AADHAAR-PAN LINKING (OFFLINE):

1. Download the Correction Form from the UIDAI website under the “Enrolment Docs” section.

2. Fill in the required information for the updates and attach the supporting documents.

3. Mail the duly filled form and supporting documents to the designated address: UIDAI, Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034.

By following these steps, you can rectify the errors in your Aadhaar card and proceed with linking your PAN card to it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aadhaar Pan Card Link: 

Q. Do NRIs need Aadhaar Card to e-file?

A. NRIs are exempt from quoting their Aadhaar while filing their income tax e-returns.

Q. After how long should I submit the Aadhaar PAN linking request on the e-Filing portal once I have made the fee payment?

A. In case you are making the fee payment of Rs. 1,000 through the e-Pay Tax service, you can submit the linking request immediately.

Q. Is it possible to check PAN-Aadhaar linking status through the UTIITSL website?

A. To check PAN-Aadhaar card linking status via UTIITSL, visit the PAN-Aadhaar linking status page on the UTIITSL website, enter your PAN, date of birth, and captcha, and click on “Submit” to know the Aadhaar-PAN linking status.

Q. My name is different in a PAN Card and Aadhaar and it is not allowing me to link Aadhaar with PAN card. What to do?

A. In such a case you will have to get your name changed in the database of either Aadhaar or PAN for PAN Aadhaar link.

Q. I don’t have Aadhaar card. Can I still e-file my tax return?

A. Yes, you can file tax returns, but it will not be processed until your Aadhaar is linked with PAN card.

Q. What if my income is below taxable limits? Will I be required to link PAN and Aadhaar numbers?

A. Even if the income of an individual is below the taxable limits, he has to link his PAN with Aadhaar. Otherwise, it will be deactivated.

Q. Why do I get a failed authentication message when I try to link Aadhaar to PAN card?

A. You have to enter the correct OTP sent to your registered mobile number.