The government has made linking PAN with Aadhaar mandatory, and the deadline has been extended. Missing it can affect your financial transactions and tax compliance.
1️⃣ New Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar Linking
· Original deadline: July 1, 2025
· Extended deadline: December 31, 2025
· PAN not linked by this date will become inoperative.
2️⃣ Who Needs to Link PAN and Aadhaar?
· Individuals with a PAN card and Aadhaar card
· Applicable to all taxpayers, including salaried, business owners, and freelancers
3️⃣ How to Link PAN with Aadhaar
· Online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal
· SMS method: Send a text to 567678/56161 in the format UIDPAN
· Offline linking: Visit PAN service centers or banks
4️⃣ Impact if PAN Remains Unlinked
· PAN will become inoperative, affecting:
o Filing of income tax returns
o Opening of bank accounts
o High-value financial transactions
o Loan approvals and other tax-related verifications
5️⃣ Tips to Avoid Issues
· Check your PAN-Aadhaar status online before the deadline
· Link your PAN immediately if not done yet
· Keep acknowledgment receipts for records
✅ Takeaway
Linking your PAN with Aadhaar is essential for seamless financial and tax activities. The extension gives more time, but it’s better to complete the process sooner to avoid disruptions.
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