Mandatory PAN-Aadhaar Linking: Complete Update by December 31, 2025 or Lose PAN Access

The government has issued a firm reminder to all PAN card holders across the country: link your PAN with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025 or be prepared for your PAN to become inactive from January 1, 2026. The caution is clear—any failure to complete this requirement can interrupt essential financial services, including income tax filing, banking procedures, and high-value transactions.

At the same time, UIDAI has rolled out a major reform that allows citizens to update their Aadhaar details entirely online, making the overall compliance process faster, more secure, and more convenient.

Key Takeaways on Mandatory PAN-Aadhaar Linking and New UIDAI Update Rules

• PAN cards not linked with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025 will be deactivated from January 1, 2026.
  
• Aadhaar-based verification is now mandatory for all new PAN applicants.
  
• UIDAI has launched a fully digital Aadhaar update system, allowing online updates of name, address, date of birth, and mobile number.
  
• Digital KYC options expanded: Video KYC, Aadhaar OTP-based authentication, and optional in-person verification.
  
• New Aadhaar service fees effective from November 1: demographic update ₹75, biometric update ₹125, Aadhaar reprint ₹40, home enrolment ₹700 (first person), ₹350 (additional).

Why the Deadline for Linking PAN and Aadhaar Is Critical

The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is more than just a tax document—it has become one of the most crucial identification tools for financial operations in India. Whether you are filing income tax, opening a bank account, making large transactions, or investing in securities, PAN plays a central role.

The Income Tax Department has reiterated that PAN cards not linked with Aadhaar by the end of 2025 will be marked inactive. Once inactivated, individuals will face immediate challenges in activities such as:

• Income tax return filing
  
• Verification processes
  
• Loan applications
  
• Bank account operations
  
• High-value transaction approvals
  

The initiative to mandate PAN-Aadhaar linking is aimed at eliminating duplicate PAN cards, reducing tax evasion, and ensuring that each PAN is associated with a single verified identity.

How to Complete the PAN-Aadhaar Linking Process

The Income Tax e-filing portal provides a simple, step-by-step online system to link PAN with Aadhaar.
To begin, visit: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal

Follow these steps:

1. Select the “Link Aadhaar” option available at the bottom left of the homepage.
   
2. Enter your 10-digit PAN and 12-digit Aadhaar numbers.
   
3. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
   
4. Pay the ₹1,000 linking fee, which has been mandated by the government.
   
5. Submit the request and wait for processing.
   

With the process fully digital, users can complete the linking from anywhere.

How to Check if Your PAN and Aadhaar Are Already Linked

The government has also provided multiple methods to verify the linkage status.

Check Status Online

1. Visit the Income Tax e-filing portal.
   
2. Click on “Link Aadhaar Status.”
   
3. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar numbers.
   
4. The system will immediately show the updated status.
   

Check Status via SMS

Type the following:
UIDPAN <12-digit Aadhaar> <10-digit PAN>
Send to:

• 567678
  
• 56161
  

You will receive a reply confirming whether the two documents are linked. Make sure your mobile number is updated with Aadhaar, as OTP verification is required for online processes.

UIDAI Introduces Fully Digital Aadhaar Update System

In a significant step to improve user convenience, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a completely digital Aadhaar update system. Effective immediately, users can update key details online without visiting any Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Details That Can Now Be Updated Online

• Name
  
• Address
  
• Date of Birth
  
• Mobile Number
  

All updates submitted through the portal will be digitally verified using linked government documents such as PAN cards, passports, driving licences, and ration cards. This ensures faster approval, greater accuracy, and enhanced security.

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This digital-first approach replaces the earlier requirement of physically visiting an enrolment centre for most corrections or updates.

Revised Aadhaar Service Charges Effective November 1

UIDAI has also revised its service fee structure to reflect the shift toward digital processes:

• Aadhaar reprint: ₹40
  
• Biometric update: ₹125
  
• Demographic update: ₹75
  
• Home enrolment: ₹700 for the first applicant
  
• ₹350 for each additional person at the same address
  

These structured fees aim to streamline services and provide citizens with transparent pricing for all Aadhaar-related updates.

Upgraded Digital KYC Options for Faster Verification

UIDAI has strengthened the digital Know Your Customer (KYC) system to support banks and financial institutions. The improved options include:

• Video KYC
  
• Aadhaar OTP-based authentication
  
• Optional in-person verification
  

These updates are designed to reduce verification delays and enhance the security of identity verification processes nationwide.

A Final Reminder for All PAN Card Holders

As the deadline approaches, it is essential for every PAN card holder to complete the mandatory PAN-Aadhaar linking well before December 31, 2025. Non-compliance will lead to automatic deactivation from January 1, 2026, potentially disrupting crucial financial operations. With UIDAI’s fully digital Aadhaar update system now in place, users can also update or correct their Aadhaar details online with ease. Taking timely action will ensure uninterrupted access to banking, taxation, and other financial services.

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