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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How to Check Aadhaar PAN Link Status Online (2026)
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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) or the UTIITSL portal.
- SMS Linking Status Check: By sending an SMS in the prescribed UIDPAN format.
- Linking Fee: ₹1,000.
- Processing Timeline: PAN becomes operative within 7–30 days after validation.
How to Check Aadhaar PAN Link Status Online (Without Login)
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.
How to Check Aadhaar PAN Link Status Online (With Login)
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 via UTIITSL Portal?
Step 1: Visit the UTIITSL portal.
Step 2: Scroll down and click on ‘PAN & Aadhaar Link Status’ tab.
Step 3: Enter the ‘PAN’ and ‘Aadhaar Number’ and click on the ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’ button.
How to Check Aadhaar PAN Link Status via SMS?
Step 1: Write the following SMS: UIDPAN <12 digit Aadhaar number> < 10 digit PAN number>
Step 2: Send the SMS to ‘567678’ or ‘56161’.
Direct Link to Check Aadhaar PAN Link Status
Here is the direct link to check your Aadhaar-PAN linking status by entering your PAN and Aadhaar number.
How to Check Aadhaar Card PAN Card Link Status Offline?
Step 1: Visit the nearest PAN service centre (Protean or UTIITSL).
Step 2: Provide your PAN and Aadhaar number to the officials.
Step 3: The officials will check and inform the PAN-Aadhaar linking status.
What Does Your Aadhaar PAN Link Status Message Mean?
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. |
How Long Does PAN Aadhaar Link Status Take to Update?
After your PAN-Aadhaar linking request is validated and approved, it will take 7-30 days for your PAN card to become operative.
What Happens if PAN Becomes Inoperative?
If a PAN card becomes inoperative due to non-linking it with the Aadhaar card, it leads to serious financial consequences, as provided below:
- Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) will be charged at 20% instead of the standard 10% under Section 206AA.
- Tax Collected at Source (TCS) will be charged up to 5% under Section 206CC.
- The TCS/ TDS credit will not appear in Form 26AS.
- Taxpayers cannot file ITR or claim refunds.
- Taxpayers will be unable to submit 15G/ 15H declarations for nil TDS.
- Banking and investment transactions will fail.
What to Do if Your PAN is Inoperative?
You must reactivate your PAN by following the below steps:
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.
Common Errors While Checking Status (and Fixes)
Below are the common PAN-Aadhaar linking status check issues:
Common Issues | Solution |
Fee payment (challan) not reflected | Wait 4–5 days for the payment to be reflected in the system, then retry after confirmation. Ensure payment was made under ‘Minor Head 500’. |
Name or Date of Birth (DOB) mismatch in PAN and Aadhaar | Update details in your PAN or Aadhaar database to reflect the exact name and DOB in both documents. |
OTP not received | Ensure that your active mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar card. Check the network signal and SMS blocking settings, and retry after a few minutes. |
Technical errors on the portal | Technical errors usually happen during peak traffic. Try again during non-peak hours (early morning or late evening). |
Browser compatibility | Use an updated browser, like Chrome, Edge, or Safari. Clear the cache and cookies before retrying in the browser. |
NSDL payment failure | If payment failed but the amount was deducted, wait 5-7 days for the auto-refund, then retry the payment after confirmation. |
Final Word
As of March 2024, 60.5 crore people have already linked their PAN with their Aadhaar card, out of the 74 crore PAN cardholders in India. As of November 2023, 11.5 crore PAN cards were deactivated for not being linked to Aadhaar as per the government data. Thus, check your Aadhaar PAN link status through multiple online and offline options and ensure your PAN remains valid for all financial transactions and tax filings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I link my PAN with my Aadhaar now?
What should I do when there is a mismatch in the details of my PAN and Aadhaar card?
What is the amount of fees payable for Aadhaar-PAN linking?
Can I make multiple payments under minor code 500 to pay the penalty?
What is the last date to link PAN with Aadhaar?
Can I link PAN with Aadhaar if the names do not match?
How to link if I have multiple PAN cards?
Can NRIs link PAN with Aadhaar?
What if I paid the fee but linking still failed?
Does PAN-Aadhaar linking affect credit score?
Is the linking fee refundable?
Can I link without Aadhaar OTP?
Is Aadhaar mandatory for PAN?
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