The deadline to link PAN with Aadhaar for individuals who obtained PAN using an Aadhaar enrolment ID before 1 October 2024 was 31 December 2025. After this date, Aadhaar-PAN linking may still be completed by paying the applicable ₹1,000 fee on the Income Tax e-filing portal.
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Aadhaar PAN Link Status Check - How To Check Aadhaar PAN Card Link Status?
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Checking Aadhaar PAN link status helps confirm whether a PAN card is compliant with Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act. An Aadhaar PAN link status check can be performed instantly through the Income Tax e-filing portal or via SMS. If PAN becomes inoperative due to non-linking, it becomes operative again after successful linking and UIDAI validation.
Key Highlights
- Online Status Check: On the Income Tax e-filing portal with or without login.
- SMS Facility: By sending an SMS in the prescribed UIDPAN format.
- Linking Fee: In most cases, ₹1,000 fee after the deadline.
- Processing Timeline: PAN generally becomes operative within 7–30 days after successful Aadhaar-PAN linking and validation.
How to Check Aadhaar Card PAN Card Link Status Online?
There are two ways to check Aadhaar PAN link status, which are as follows:
I. Aadhaar PAN card link status without logging into the Income Tax portal
Step 1: Visit the Link Aadhaar Status page.
Step 2: Enter the ‘PAN’ and ‘Aadhaar Number’ and click on the ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’ button.
II. PAN Aadhaar card link status by logging into the Income Tax portal
Step 1: Login into the Income Tax e-filing portal.
Step 2: Go to ‘Dashboard’ on the homepage and click the ‘Link Aadhaar Status’ option. Alternatively, you can also go to ‘My Profile’ and click on the ‘Link Aadhaar Status’ option.
How to Check Aadhaar Card PAN Card Link Status via SMS?
Follow the steps given below:
Step 1: Write the following SMS: UIDPAN <12 digit Aadhaar number> < 10 digit PAN number>
Step 2: Send the SMS to ‘567678’ or ‘56161’.
Aadhaar PAN Link Status Message
The Income Tax e-filing portal displays different messages when performing an Aadhaar PAN link status check.
| Status Message Shown | What It Means | What You Should Do |
| “Your PAN is already linked to given Aadhaar.” | PAN and Aadhaar are successfully linked. | No action required. |
| “Your Aadhaar-PAN linking request has been sent to UIDAI for validation.” | Linking request is submitted and pending verification. | Check the status again later. |
| “PAN not linked with Aadhaar.” | Your PAN is not linked to Aadhaar. | Use the Link Aadhaar option on the portal. |
Fees for Aadhaar PAN Card Linking
For most taxpayers, linking Aadhaar with PAN after the deadline requires a ₹1,000 fee through the e-Pay Tax option on the Income Tax portal.
Note: If the portal shows “payment not found”, wait 4–5 days for the challan payment to reflect, then attempt Aadhaar-PAN linking again.
Who should Link Aadhaar with a PAN Card?
According to Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act, taxpayers with a PAN card should link it to their Aadhaar cards. Thus, all taxpayers must mandatorily link their PAN with their Aadhaar cards by paying the penalty of ₹1,000 else their PAN cards will become inoperative.
However, the following need not link their Aadhaar with PAN cards since they come under the exempt category:
- Non-Residents Indians (NRIs)
- Citizens aged above 80 years
- Residents of Assam, Meghalaya and Jammu and Kashmir
What to Do if Your PAN becomes Inoperative?
If you have not linked your PAN with Aadhaar, it will become inactive. Your PAN card will become inoperative due to its non-linking with your Aadhaar card.
Here are the steps to activate your PAN card in brief:
Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-filing portal.
Step 2: Pay the fine of ₹1,000 through the 'e-Pay Tax' option.
Step 3: After paying the penalty, click the 'Link Aadhaar' option on the Income Tax e-filing portal.
Step 4 Enter the 'PAN Number' and 'Aadhaar Number' and click the 'Validate' button.
Step 5: Enter the Aadhaar number, mobile number, OTP and click 'Validate'.
The request to link PAN with Aadhaar will be sent to UIDAI for validation. Once approved, PAN generally becomes operative again within about 30 days.
Final Word
You must check Aadhaar PAN link status to ensure your PAN remains valid for all financial transactions and tax filings. With multiple online and offline options, you can easily check Aadhaar and PAN link status anytime and complete linking, if required. Stay compliant to avoid penalties and uninterrupted access to tax-related services.
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