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Linking your PAN card with your Aadhaar card is an important step that must be taken to enjoy various benefits that are associated with both identity cards. As you may know, the government of India has made it mandatory for all Indian citizens to link their PAN cards with their Aadhaar cards.
A PAN (Permanent Account Number) card is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric identification number issued by the Income Tax Department. On the other hand, the Aadhaar card is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
A PAN card is primarily used to track financial transactions and pay taxes, whereas the Aadhaar card is used as a proof of identity, address and other personal details. However, linking PAN with Aadhaar Card becomes very important as doing so will help you avoid various penalties that are charged by the Income Tax Department in case of any mismatch in the information provided.
In this article, we will discuss the step-by-step process of linking PAN with Aadhaar.
Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Website
The first step to link your PAN with your Aadhaar card is to visit the Income Tax e-filing website. You can access the website by typing www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in in your web browser.
Step 2: Click on the Link Aadhaar option
Once you are on the home page of the Income Tax e-filing website, look for the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option on the left-hand side of the page. Click on it and you will be redirected to a new page.
Step 3: Enter Your PAN Number, Aadhaar Number and Other Details
On the page, you will be required to enter your PAN and Aadhaar numbers, along with your name as mentioned in the Aadhaar card. After entering this information, click on the ‘Submit’ button at the end of the page.
Step 4: Verify Your Details on the Next Page
On the next page, you will be asked to verify the details entered by you. Check all the details including your name, PAN number, and Aadhaar number. In case of any errors, hit the ‘Refresh’ button to correct the details.
Step 5: Link Your Aadhaar with Your PAN Card
After checking all the details, tick the box next to the statement that reads ‘I have only Aadhaar Number, which I want to use for the given PAN’. Next, click on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ button.
Step 6: Receive Your OTP and Enter It
After clicking on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ button, you will receive an OTP (One Time Password) on your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP in the given field and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Step 7: Your Aadhaar will Now Be Linked with Your PAN Card
Once you have entered the OTP, your Aadhaar card will be linked with your PAN card. A success message will be displayed on the screen, and you will receive a confirmation message on your registered mobile number and email.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, linking your PAN card with Aadhaar card is a mandatory process that should be completed by every Indian citizen. The process of linking the two cards is simple and can be completed within minutes. The government has made it mandatory to link PAN and Aadhaar to curb tax evasion and increase transparency. By linking the two cards, you can avoid various penalties that are charged by the government in case of any discrepancy in your tax returns. So, if you haven’t linked your Aadhaar with your PAN card yet, do it today and enjoy the benefits that come with it.