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Overview
Linking PAN with Aadhaar is mandatory for filing income tax returns and carrying out high-value financial transactions. You can complete the linkage online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal by paying a small fee if applicable.
Eligibility
- You have a valid PAN and Aadhaar number
- Your name details match or you are ready to correct mismatches first
- Your Aadhaar is linked to an active mobile number for OTP
Documents Required
- PAN number
- Aadhaar number
- Registered mobile number (for OTP)
- No documents to upload
Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| PAN-Aadhaar linking fee As per current Income Tax Department norms; certain exempt categories may not pay | ₹1,000 |
Processing Time
Instant to 7 working days
You can check the linking status on the e-Filing portal after submission.
Step-by-Step Process
Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal
Open https://www.incometax.gov.in and navigate to the Link Aadhaar section under the Quick Links menu.
PAN Services
Choose the relevant PAN service on the UTIITSL portal.
PAN Services
Choose the relevant PAN service on the UTIITSL portal.
Use only the official e-Filing portal to avoid phishing websites.
Enter PAN, Aadhaar, and name details
Fill in your 10-character PAN, 12-digit Aadhaar number, and name exactly as per Aadhaar. Enter the captcha and submit.
PAN Services
Choose the relevant PAN service on the UTIITSL portal.
PAN Services
Choose the relevant PAN service on the UTIITSL portal.
Error: "Name mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar" — Correct the name on either PAN or Aadhaar before linking.
Pay the linking fee
If a fee is applicable, pay it through the secure payment gateway. Save the transaction reference for future reference.
Login-required step
Do not refresh or close the page while the payment is processing.
Authenticate with Aadhaar OTP
Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number to complete the linkage request. This screen appears after submission.
Login-required step
If you do not receive the OTP, check network coverage and click Resend OTP.
Check the linking status
After authentication, the portal displays the status. You can also use the Link Aadhaar Status option anytime to verify.
Login-required step
Common Mistakes
Common Errors & Fixes
| Error | Fix |
|---|---|
| Name mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar | Correct your name on either PAN or Aadhaar first, then retry linking. |
| Aadhaar OTP not received | Ensure your Aadhaar-linked mobile is active. Click Resend OTP if needed. |
| Payment deducted but status not updated | Wait 24-48 hours. If still not updated, contact Income Tax helpdesk with transaction ID. |
| Invalid PAN or Aadhaar | Check both numbers carefully and enter them without spaces or dashes. |