The Government has made it mandatory to link Aadhaar with pan card online, as per the provisions of section 139AA of Income Tax Act 2000.
It’s a good thing that we are here to help you with just that. So, can you link your Aadhaar with PAN card online?
Quick Answer
Yes, you can link your Aadhaar with PAN card online via Income Tax portal using:
- PAN number
- Aadhaar number
- OTP verification
Read on to find out the detailed procedure on how to go about.
Aadhaar PAN Linking
Linking Aadhaar with PAN is mandatory as notified by the Government of India. It also serves an important purpose in:
- Filing income tax
- Avoiding PAN deactivation
If your Aadhaar and PAN card are not linked, then your PAN may become inactive. So it’s better to do at the earliest.
Step-by-Step Guide
Here is a step by step guide on how to link Aadhaar with PAN card online easily.
Step 1:
Visit Income Tax e-filing portal at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/
Step 2:
Scroll down on the homepage till you find the tile “Link Aadhaar/View Status”. Click on it.
Step 3:
You will then be able to Link Aadhaar or Check the status of linking, as shown in the screenshot below:
From there, click on “Continue” under the Link Aadhaar option.
On the next page, you will have to enter your:
- PAN
- Aadhaar
Then click “Validate” on the bottom right corner.
Step 4:
Verify OTP. You will receive an OTP on your linked mobile. Type in the OTP.
Step 5:
Submit. That’s it. It’s very simple and straightforward.
Processing Time
Your request for linking Aadhaar with PAN Card online will be processed instantly in most cases. If not, it will be done within 24 hours. So you have to wait for a day.
Important Note:
Following categories of persons are exempted from Aadhaar-PAN linking
- (i) NRIs
- (ii) Not a citizen of India
- (iii) age > 80 years at any time during the previous year
- (iv) state of residence is ASSAM, MEGHALAYA or JAMMU & KASHMIR
- Refer Department of Revenue Notification no 37/2017 dated 11th May 2017
Is There a Fee to Link Aadhaar With PAN Card Online?
Initially, linking Aadhaar with PAN card online was free. But not any longer.
- A fee is applicable since the deadline has passed
- ₹1000 (as per latest rules)
Some Common Problems
As with any other digital services, you may face certain technical glitches or other issues while trying to link Aadhaar with PAN Card online.
Let’s take a look at some common problems faced by customers.
Name Mismatch
If this is the issue, you can easily apply the fix given below:
- Ensure PAN & Aadhaar names match, rectify if required.
OTP Not Received
Sometimes, there may be delays in receiving OTP or you may not be receive at all. In such instances:
- Check mobile linked with Aadhaar
Linking Failed
This is rare, provided that the Aadhaar card and PAN card belong to the same person. You can:
- Retry after correction, as necesssary by checking your details.
Also read: How to Download PAN Card PDF Without Login (2026 Guide)
How to Check Status
You can easily check the status online from Income Tax Portal. Simply
- Use “Link Aadhaar Status” option
- Enter PAN & Aadhaar
I hope you find this guide helpful. Below I have added some common FAQs to help you understand better if there is any doubt.
FAQs
Q1. Is linking mandatory?
Yes. As per section 139AA of Income Tax Act 2000, it is mandatory to link PAN with Aadhaar. For more details please refer to Circular F.No.275/04/2024 – TPL dated 21st July 2025.
Q2. What if not linked?
Your PAN will become inactive. Other penalties as per relevant provision of Income Tax Act 2000 will also apply.
Q3. Can I link offline?
Yes, it is also possible to link offline (limited cases). However, the online method is recommended for convenience and quick processing.
