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The Indian government has made it mandatory to link Aadhaar and PAN cards. The last date for this is December 31, 2025. Therefore, those who fail to complete this process by this deadline will have their PAN card deactivated from the New Year, January 1, 2026. Many financial transactions may be stalled if the PAN becomes inoperative. Therefore, completing this process on time has become extremely important. Let's first understand the potential problems that may arise if the PAN becomes inactive...

What problems will arise if the PAN becomes inactive?
Not linking your PAN to Aadhaar can lead to several problems, including difficulties filing or e-verifying your Income Tax Return (ITR). Your tax refund may also be delayed. Salary credits may be difficult, and financial processes like mutual fund SIPs may also be affected.

How to link your Aadhaar to your PAN card from home?

You can complete the entire linking process online from the comfort of your home.

First, visit the Income Tax Department's official website.
Select the "Link Aadhaar" option on the homepage.
Enter your PAN number, Aadhaar number, and mobile number.
Verify the OTP received on your PAN card.
If your PAN card is already inactive, you will be charged a fee of ₹1,000.
After making the payment, go to the "Quick Links" section and check the status under "Link Aadhaar Status."

Keep these things in mind:
The name and date of birth on your PAN and Aadhaar must match. Your mobile number must be updated to receive the OTP. Complete the process well in advance to avoid the last-day rush. Once you've linked, save a screenshot. In case of any problems, you can consult the instructions provided on the e-filing portal.

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