PAN-Aadhaar Link Deadline Extended: How to Link PAN and Aadhaar Online by December 31

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) under the Ministry of Finance has once again extended the deadline for linking Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar card to December 31, giving Indian taxpayers more time to complete the mandatory process. PAN-Aadhaar linkage is vital for individuals to ensure that their PAN remains active and avoid potential financial transaction penalties or restrictions. Linking two identity documents helps the income tax department verify identity, prevent tax evasion and streamline digital services.

With the deadline extended, citizens can now easily complete the process through the Income Tax e-filing portal or other online methods without visiting any physical centre. The government continues to urge taxpayers who are yet to link PAN and Aadhaar to do so immediately to avoid future inconveniences such as PAN lapse.

How to link PAN and Aadhaar online

To link your PAN with Aadhaar, you need to ensure Pay Aadhaar PAN linkage fee on e-filing portal and then Submit Aadhaar PAN link request After payment of fees.

How to pay Aadhaar PAN linkage fee on e-filing portal

1. Visit the e-Filing Portal homepage and click Link Aadhar exist Quick links part. Alternatively, you can log in directly to your account using your credentials.
2. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number carefully in the respective fields.
3. Click Continue to pay taxes via e-payment Continue to pay.
4. Enter your PAN again for confirmation and provide mobile number to receive OTP.
5. After verifying the OTP, you will be redirected to the electronic payment of tax page.
6. Click continue according to income tax Tile to continue.
7. Select the relevant assessment year and select Payment method as Other receipts(500)then click continue.
8. The applicable fee amount will automatically populate under the “Other” section. Click continue continue.
9. After generating the challan, select your preferred payment method from the available options.
10. You will then be redirected to the bank’s website to complete the payment process.
11. After successfully completing the payment, return to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal to link your Aadhaar with PAN.

You can submit Aadhaar PAN link request in post-login and pre-login mode.

How to submit Aadhaar PAN link request in post login mode

1. Log in to the e-Filing portal using your credentials.
2. On the dashboard, go to contour section and click Link Aadhar according to Link Aadhaar to PAN options.
3. Alternatively, you can click Link Aadhar exist personal information part.
4. Enter your Aadhaar number carefully in the field provided.
5. Click Confirm Submit your Aadhaar-PAN linking request.

How to submit Aadhaar PAN link request in pre-login mode

1. Go to the e-Filing portal home page and click Link Aadhar according to Quick links part.
2. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number and click Confirm.
3. Provide all mandatory details as required and click Link Aadhar.
4. Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your registered mobile number and click Confirm.
5. After verification, your request to link Aadhaar with PAN will be submitted successfully.

Now you can check Aadhaar-PAN link status. Here’s how to do it:

1. Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Portal Home Page.
2. On the home page, click Link Aadhaar Status options under Quick links part.
3. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number in the respective fields.
4. click View Link Aadhaar Status button.
5. The system will display the current status of Aadhaar-PAN link on the screen.
6. If your Aadhaar is successfully linked with PAN, a confirmation message will appear. If not, the page will show that the link is waiting or incomplete.

FAQ

1. When is the new cut-off date for PAN-Aadhaar linkage?

CBDT extends the deadline for linking PAN with Aadhaar to December 31, 2025. Taxpayers now have extra time to complete the process through the Income Tax e-filing portal before PAN lapses.

2. Why PAN-Aadhaar linkage is mandatory?

Linking your PAN with Aadhaar keeps your PAN active and valid. It also helps the income tax department verify identities, prevent tax evasion and streamline digital services.

3. How to pay PAN-Aadhaar linkage fee online?

Go to the e-filing portal, click on ‘Link Aadhaar’ and select ‘E-pay tax’. Verify your details, generate challan, and complete payment through your bank.

4. Can I link PAN and Aadhaar without logging in?

Yes you can. Visit the e-Application Portal home page, click on the Aadhaar link, enter your details, verify via OTP and submit your request.

5. How to check my PAN-Aadhaar link status?

Visit the e-filing portal, click on the link Aadhaar Status, enter your PAN and Aadhaar number and check the current link status.