To link your Aadhaar and PAN card, you can follow these steps:
- Online Method:
- Visit the Income Tax e-filing website (https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/).
- Navigate to the “Link Aadhaar” option under the “Quick Links” section.
- Enter your PAN, Aadhaar number, and name as per Aadhaar.
- Enter the captcha code and click on the “Link Aadhaar” button.
- Upon successful validation, a confirmation message will be displayed.
- SMS Method:
- Send an SMS to 567678 or 56161 from your registered mobile number in the following format: UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>
- For example: UIDPAN 123456789012 ABCDE1234F
- Through Income Tax Department’s Mobile App:
- Download and install the Income Tax Department’s mobile app.
- Log in using your credentials or register if you are a new user.
- Navigate to the “Profile Settings” or “Profile” section.
- Select the option to link Aadhaar with PAN and follow the instructions.
- By Visiting PAN Service Centers:
- Visit any authorized PAN service center and fill out the necessary form for linking Aadhaar with PAN.
- Submit the form along with a self-attested copy of both Aadhaar and PAN cards.
- Once processed, you will receive a confirmation of the linkage.
Ensure that the details provided for linking Aadhaar with PAN are accurate and match the information on both cards. It’s essential to link Aadhaar with PAN to ensure compliance with income tax regulations and avoid any penalties or issues with filing tax returns.