Both Aadhaar and PAN are crucial documents in India. Linking them is mandatory for most financial transactions. Here’s a simple guide to do it from home and what could happen if you don’t.

1. Why Linking Aadhaar and PAN Is Important

· Required for income tax filings

· Mandatory for banking, investments, and other financial transactions

· Prevents duplication of PAN cards and fraudulent activities

2. How to Link Aadhaar and PAN Online

1. Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in

2. Click on “Link Aadhaar”

3. Enter your PAN, Aadhaar number, and name as per Aadhaar

4. Verify the details and click Submit

5. You will receive a confirmation message once successfully linked

3. Alternative Ways to Link

· Through SMS: Send UIDPAN<12-digit Aadhaar><10-digit PAN> to 567678 or 56161

· Through your bank if they provide the service

4. What Happens if You Don’t Link?

· PAN becomes inoperative for filing income tax

· May affect refunds and financial transactions

· Could lead to penalties under the Income Tax Act

5. Tips for a Smooth Linking Process

· Ensure name and date of birth in PAN and Aadhaar match

· Keep your registered mobile number active for OTP verification

· Avoid third-party websites; use official portals only

✅ Final Takeaway

Linking your Aadhaar and PAN is quick, easy, and essential. Doing it online from home ensures you stay compliant with the law and avoid financial and tax-related issues.

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G GOWTHAM

25/12/2025 01:51 PM