income tax aadhaar-pan link

income tax aadhaar-pan link

Linking your Aadhaar number with your PAN (Permanent Account Number) is essential for income tax purposes in India. Here's how you can link your Aadhaar with PAN:

Online Method:

  1. Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Portal: Go to the official website of the Income Tax Department of India (https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/).
  2. Login or Register: If you already have an account, log in using your credentials. Otherwise, register yourself on the portal.
  3. Link Aadhaar: After logging in, navigate to the "Profile Settings" or "Profile" section.
  4. Provide Details: Select the option to link Aadhaar with PAN and enter your Aadhaar number and PAN details.
  5. Verify Information: Ensure that all the details entered are correct. You may need to validate the information through an OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your registered mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
  6. Submit Request: Once the details are verified, submit the request for linking Aadhaar with PAN.
  7. Confirmation: Upon successful submission, you will receive a confirmation message or email regarding the Aadhaar-PAN linkage.

SMS Method:

  1. Compose a Message: From your registered mobile number, create an SMS in the following format:
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    UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar number> <10-digit PAN number>
  2. Send Message: Send this SMS to 567678 or 56161.
  3. Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation message regarding the successful Aadhaar-PAN linkage.

Manual Method:

You can also link Aadhaar with PAN by submitting a duly filled and signed Form 27A to the nearest PAN service center.

Points to Note:

  • Ensure that your details such as name, date of birth, and gender match across both Aadhaar and PAN databases. If there are any discrepancies, rectify them before initiating the linking process.
  • Linking Aadhaar with PAN is mandatory for filing income tax returns. Failure to do so may result in your tax return being deemed invalid.
  • Keep your Aadhaar and PAN details handy during the process for accurate submission.

By following these steps, you can easily link your Aadhaar number with your PAN card for income tax purposes.