Pan Card Aadhar Link

Aadhaar card is a verifiable 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). It acts as a proof of identity and a proof of residence. PAN or Permanent Identification Number is a ten-character alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department under the supervision of the Central Board of Direct Tax (CBDT). It is necessary for income tax filings and also acts as an identity proof.

The Supreme Court in its verdict, stated that quoting Aadhar card is mandatory for applying Income Tax returns and for applying for a new PAN. Section 139 AA (2) of the Income Tax Act states that every person having PAN as on 1 July 2017 and is eligible to obtain Aadhaar must intimate his Aadhaar number to tax authorities.

The Finance Ministry has extended the PAN-Aadhaar Linking Deadline to 30th September 2021. Earlier, the government notified that the Aadhaar and PAN linking deadline is 31st March 2021, which was extended to 30th June 2021 due to the Covid-19 Corona outbreak. Failing which the PAN card will become inoperative. If the PAN becomes inoperative, it will be deemed that the PAN was not furnished or intimated wherever required, and all the consequences of the non-furnishing of PAN will be applicable to the individual. However, the PAN will again become operative after the PAN-Aadhaar is linked successfully.

Further, the government is also planning to impose a fine of ₹ 10,000 in case of not meeting the deadline.

You can link the PAN card and Aadhaar card through multiple ways, as mentioned below:

• Online using Income Tax e-filing website
• By sending SMS
• By filling up the form

Link Aadhaar and PAN through Income Tax E- Filing Website

You can get your PAN, and Aadhaar linked through the IncomeTax E- Filing Website. Steps are as follow:

• Visit the official e filling link at Income Tax E-Filing Website https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/home.
• Click on the sub-option Link 'Aadhaar' below the option 'Quick Links.'
• Enter your PAN, Aadhaar Number and Name as per Aadhaar.
• If your Birth Year is only mentioned on your Aadhaar, then you have to tick the square.
• Enter the captcha code and click on Link Aadhaar option.
• A pop-up message will appear that 'Your Aadhaar will be successfully linked with your PAN.'

Link Aadhaar by sending SMS

You can also link Aadhaar with PAN by sending SMS. The steps are as follow:

• Type a message in a format UIDPAN <12 Digit Aadhaar> <10 Digit PAN>.
• Send the message to either 567678 or 56161 from your registered mobile number.
• If the information provided is correct, the Aadhar will be linked to PAN successfully.

PAN -Aadhar Link by filling up the form

You are also provided with an option to link the Aadhaar with the PAN manually.You will have to visit the PAN Service provider NSDL, fill up the required form, and provide the relevant documents to link Aadhaar with the PAN card.

PAN and Aadhar both are considered as an identity proof for Indian residents. You can avail the following benefits by linking PAN-Aadhaar.

Benefits of Linking PAN and Aadhaar for Individuals

• The linking of the Aadhaar with the PAN will make the income tax filing process quicker and convenient. It will help you to do away with the process of physical signature and digital signature while filing the income tax.
• It also helps you to open a bank account electronically without providing any further documents.
• You are given an option to authenticate their tax filings through their Aadhaar card itself.
• It will allow you to glance through all the transactions through Income Tax login.

Benefits of Linking PAN and Aadhaar for Government

• The problem of multiple PAN cards for tax evasion will be resolved as Aadhar is linked to unique biometric identification. It will further help the government in tracking all the transactions thus, will reduce tax evasion and increase the direct tax for the government.
• The problem of black money will be curbed.
• Tax evasion will become a thing of a past. The wide base of taxpayers will allow the government to lower the tax rate as it will be compensated by higher revenue.

To track the status of your PAN-Aadhaar linking you need to follow the steps as mentioned below:

• Visit the official website  https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/home.
• Click on the sub-option Link 'Aadhaar' below the option Quick links.
• A new screen will pop-up, click on ‘click here to view the status if you have already submitted the link Aadhaar request’.
• Enter the details and click on ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’.
• The website will show the status of whether the Aadhar is linked or not.

In the case of a mismatch of name, you need to update your name in the Aadhaar card, and you can then initiate the process of PAN-Aadhaar linking as per the updated data.

✅How can I link Aadhaar with PAN?

You can link Aadhaar with PAN by visiting the official website, sending SMS by registered number or by filling the required form.

✅What is the last date for linking Aadhaar with PAN?

The deadline for linking the Aadhaar with PAN is 30th September, 2021.

✅Am I required to provide any documents for linking Aadhaar with PAN online?

No, you are not required to provide any documents for PAN Aadhar link online. You only have to check if the PAN information mentioned on the website matches your Aadhaar card and then apply for them to be linked.

✅What if PAN Aadhaar is not linked?

As per the latest guidelines, if you do not link your PAN Aadhaar, PAN will become inoperative, and thus you will not be able to use your PAN to conduct financial transactions. Along with that, the government has also imposed a penalty of upto ₹ 10,000 if you do not complete PAN-Aadhaar linking.

✅Can I de-link my Aadhaar number?

No, there is no such option to de-link the Aadhaar with the PAN card.

✅How to Link PAN Card to Aadhaar Card Online through e-Filing Website?

To link PAN-Aadhaar through the official e-filing website, click on e filling link at https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/home and under ‘quick links’, on the sub-option Link Aadhaar. Enter the required details and click on the link Aadhaar option.

✅How can I get an Aadhaar number with a PAN number?

To get an Aadhaar number with a PAN number, you must complete PAN Aadhaar linking before the deadline through various SMS, e-filing websites.

✅Is it necessary to link Aadhaar with a PAN?

Yes, it is mandatory to link PAN Aadhaar otherwise your PAN will become inoperative to conduct banking transactions and you will have to bear a penalty of ₹ 10,000.