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The Aadhaar card is one of India's widely sought-after identity documents. It is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to Indian citizens, NRIs and foreign nationals residing in India. The Pan card, on the other hand, is often issued to individuals who have paid their taxes and is an essential document required for financial transactions.
In 2017, the Indian government made it mandatory to link Aadhaar with PAN to avoid fake PAN cards being used to evade tax payments. It is also important to link Aadhaar with PAN for filing income tax returns. In this article, we will tell you how to link Aadhaar with PAN in simple steps.
Step 1: Verify that your Aadhaar Card & PAN details match
The first step towards linking your Aadhaar with PAN is to ensure that the information on both the ID cards, such as name, DOB, and gender, match. If there is a discrepancy, you need to correct it before linking Aadhaar with PAN.
If your name on the Aadhaar card is different from your name on the PAN card, you need to update your Aadhaar details with the correct name. If you have a mismatch in any other details, you need to go through the correction process online.
To make any corrections in your Aadhaar card visit the UIDAI website and follow the instructions. It can take up to 90 days for the correction to reflect in your Aadhaar card, so make sure you do this well in time.
Step 2: Link Aadhaar with PAN through the income tax department website
You can link your Aadhaar with your PAN using the income tax department's e-filing portal. The process of linking is straightforward, and for your convenience, you could do it from the comfort of your home. Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-filing website (incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in).
Step 2: Click on the 'Link Aadhaar' option that appears under the 'Quick Links' tab on the right-hand side of the portal homepage.
Step 3: Fill in the necessary information required, Name, DOB, PAN, and Aadhaar. Enter the details similar to that given in your Aadhaar card.
Step 4: Cross-check and ensure that both the PAN and Aadhaar numbers are entered correctly.
Step 5: Click on the 'link now' button after ensuring the details are correct.
Once you click on the 'link now' button, you will receive an SMS confirmation, which will confirm the success of the linking of your Aadhaar with PAN.
Step 3: Link Aadhaar with PAN through SMS
Aadhaar-PAN linking can also be done through SMS. This is a convenient way, especially if you don't have an internet connection. To link your Aadhaar with PAN through SMS, follow the below steps:
Step 1: Send an SMS to 567678 or 56161 from your registered mobile number in the below format:
UIDPAN
For example, if your Aadhaar Number is 123456789000 and PAN Number is AAADE1234J, you have to type UIDPAN 123456789000 AAADE1234J.
Step 2: Cross-check the correct entry and send it. Ensure your details are correct and properly typed.
Step 3: You will receive an SMS confimation regarding the linkage of Aadhaar to PAN.
Step 4: Link Aadhaar with PAN through the UTIITSL portal
The UTIITSL portal is another way of linking Aadhaar with PAN. It is the official NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited PAN service provider site. Here are the steps to follow for linking Aadhaar with PAN through the UTIITSL portal:
Step 1: Visit the UTIITSL portal - utiitsl.com
Step 2: Click on the 'Link Aadhaar' option available at the top of the portal.
Step 3: Fill in the necessary details, such as PAN number, Aadhaar number, full name, and captcha code.
Step 4: Verify that the information entered is correct.
Step 5: Click on the 'Link Aadhaar' button.
Once the linkage request is accepted, you will receive a confirmation message stating the status of your PAN-Aadhaar linking.
It is important to link your Aadhaar with PAN, as failure to do so may result in your PAN card becoming inoperative in the future. Moreover, linking your Aadhaar with PAN can simplify your tax payment process.
In conclusion, it is vital that Indian citizens are conversant with the process of linking their Aadhaar with PAN. Regardless of the mode used, it is necessary to follow the procedures to the letter to ensure that the linkage process is successful. In case of any issues, you can always call the helpline center or seek assistance from the nearest PAN center.