How to Link PAN with Aadhaar Online
Check PAN–Aadhaar status and use the official Income Tax e-Filing portal to complete linking when eligible.
Quick Answer
Use the official Income Tax e-Filing portal, open Link Aadhaar, enter PAN and Aadhaar exactly as recorded, review any applicable fee or exception shown by the portal, complete OTP or payment steps only on official government pages, and save the confirmation.
What You Need
- Valid PAN
- Valid Aadhaar
- Matching personal details
- Accessible mobile number
Safety Precautions
- Use only incometax.gov.in and UIDAI.
- Check current deadlines, fees and exceptions on the portal.
- Do not share OTPs.
- Do not retry payments until checking transaction status.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1
Check current requirements
Read the Link Aadhaar help and confirm whether a fee or exception applies.
- Step 2
Open the official service
Use the Income Tax e-Filing portal and select Link Aadhaar.
- Step 3
Enter both identifiers
Type PAN and Aadhaar carefully and review the displayed information.
- Step 4
Resolve mismatches first
Correct significant name, birth-date or gender differences with the responsible authority before retrying.
- Step 5
Complete verification
Follow the official OTP, consent and payment flow shown for the account.
- Step 6
Save and recheck status
Keep the acknowledgement and use the official status tool after processing.
Practical Example
A taxpayer checks the official requirements, enters matching PAN and Aadhaar details, completes the portal flow and saves the acknowledgement.
Common Mistakes
- Using a third-party payment link
- Ignoring a name or date mismatch
- Submitting repeated payments
- Assuming old deadline information is current
Troubleshooting
The details do not match
Use the official Aadhaar or PAN correction process for the incorrect record.
Payment succeeded but linking is pending
Check transaction and link status before paying again, then use official support if needed.
Sources and Review
Reviewed by Pramod Tiwari, Editor; official-source verification on 2026-08-08.
- Instant e-PAN — Income Tax Department, Government of India
- E-Aadhaar FAQs — Unique Identification Authority of India
Helpful Internal Links
FAQs
Where should I link PAN and Aadhaar?
Use the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.
What if my details differ?
Correct the inaccurate record with UIDAI or the PAN authority before retrying.
Can fees or rules change?
Yes. Always rely on the current portal notice rather than an old article or message.
Related Guides
How to Apply for an Instant e-PAN
Apply for a free instant e-PAN through India’s official income-tax portal using Aadhaar and a linked mobile number.
How to Download an Aadhaar Card Online
Download an e-Aadhaar from the official MyAadhaar service using Aadhaar, enrolment ID or VID, then verify and store the PDF safely.
How to Apply for a Voter ID Online in India
Use the Election Commission of India’s voter portal to submit Form 6, upload supporting details and track a new voter registration.
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