Linking your PAN with Aadhaar is mandatory for most taxpayers. An unlinked PAN can become inoperative, which blocks ITR filing, refunds and many financial transactions. You can link PAN with Aadhaar and check the link status directly on the official Income Tax e-filing portal.
Official website
Income Tax Department
https://www.incometax.gov.in
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Go to the official Income Tax e-filing portal (incometax.gov.in).
On the home page, open 'Link Aadhaar' under Quick Links.
Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number.
If a late fee applies, pay it first (via e-Pay Tax) and then submit the link request.
Use 'Link Aadhaar Status' to confirm the linking is complete.
Official fees
A late fee applies for linking after the notified deadline; the current amount is shown on the portal during payment.
Processing time
Status usually updates within a few days of a successful request.
How to apply
Online (Income Tax portal) · SMS to the notified number (as published)
Official quick links
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Use the 'Link Aadhaar Status' option on incometax.gov.in and enter your PAN and Aadhaar — it shows whether they're already linked.
Link your PAN with Aadhaar on the official Income Tax portal, pay any late fee, and check whether they're already linked — step by step.
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