Linking your PAN (Permanent Account Number) and Aadhaar card online has become mandatory for all Indian citizens since the Income Tax Department announced it in March 2021. In this article, we will guide you through the step-by-step process to link your PAN and Aadhaar card online.

But first, let’s understand why it is important to link your PAN and Aadhaar card. Linking your PAN and Aadhaar card makes it easier for the government to track your financial transactions and ensure tax compliance. Moreover, it helps to reduce the instances of fraudulent activities like tax evasion and multiple PAN card issuance.

Now, let’s get into the process of linking your PAN and Aadhaar card online:

Step 1: Visit the income tax e-filing portal at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/
Step 2: Under Quick Links, click on Link Aadhar Option
Step3: Fill the PAN number and Aadhar Number and click on validate
Step 4 : click on “Continue to Pay through e pay Tax”
Step 5: Fill PAN in PAN number and Provide a Mobile Number and click on continue
Step 6: Fill OTP Received and click on continue
Step 7: Select Proceed in the box named Income Tax
Step 8: Choose Assesssment Year 2023-24 and Type of Payment – Other Receipts(500) and click on continue
Step 9: Make the payment and wait for 2-3 working days for payment to be mapped.
Step 10: After 2-3 working days, follow step 1,2 and 3
Step 11: Fill name as per Aadhar and Mobile No. and select the options applicable from dropdown and click on Link aadhar
Step 12: Provide OTp and click on Validate.
Step 13: Your pan will be linked to aadhar soon.

That’s it! Following these simple steps will enable you to link your PAN and Aadhaar card online easily.

In case you face any issues during the process, you can contact the Income Tax Department’s toll-free number 1800-180-1961 or send an email to uidai.helpdesk@incometax.gov.in for assistance.

It is important to note that the last date to link your PAN and Aadhaar card is 30th June2023. Failing to do so could result in the invalidation of your PAN card. So, it is advisable to complete the linking process at the earliest.

Linking your PAN and Aadhaar card is a simple process that can be completed online through the Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal. This helps the government to ensure tax compliance and reduces instances of fraudulent activities. So, don't wait any longer and complete the linking process today!