How to Link PAN Card with Aadhaar Online: Fees, Verification & Step-by-Step Process
Understand the statutory process to link your PAN card with Aadhaar on incometax.gov.in, check link status, and resolve demographic mismatch errors.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Step 1: Check Current Link Status
Visit incometax.gov.in > Quick Links > 'Link Aadhaar Status'. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number to confirm if they are already linked.
Step 2: Pay the Challan Fee (if unlinked)
If unlinked, navigate to 'Link Aadhaar'. Pay the statutory ₹1,000 challan fee under Minor Head 500 (Other Receipts) via e-Pay Tax on the portal.
Step 3: Wait for Challan Realization
After payment, wait for 1 to 2 hours for the banking system to update the challan details on the NSDL/Income Tax portal.
Step 4: Submit Link Request with Aadhaar OTP
Return to 'Link Aadhaar' page, verify the challan receipt, enter your name exactly as per Aadhaar, and authenticate the OTP sent to your registered mobile.
Step 5: Verify Linkage Confirmation
Re-check status after 24-48 hours. The screen will display: 'Your PAN is already linked to given Aadhaar'.
Common Questions
What if my name or date of birth differs in PAN and Aadhaar?
If there is a minor spelling discrepancy, biometric authentication at Protean/UTIITSL center works. If differences are major, update your name on either Aadhaar or PAN first.
Who is exempt from mandatory PAN-Aadhaar linking?
Non-resident Indians (NRIs), non-citizens of India, individuals aged 80 years or above, and residents of Assam, Meghalaya, and Jammu & Kashmir are exempt.