PAN-Aadhaar Link Status Check – ₹1,000 Fee and Full Linking Process
In short: You can check your PAN-Aadhaar link status without logging in on the Income Tax e-Filing portal (incometax.gov.in) via "Link Aadhaar Status" under Quick Links. If your PAN is not linked, pay the ₹1,000 fee through e-Pay Tax and then use "Link Aadhaar". PANs not linked by 30 June 2023 became inoperative.
Overview
| Organization | Income Tax Department, Ministry of Finance |
|---|---|
| Status check fee | Free |
| Linking fee | ₹1,000 (via e-Pay Tax, Other Receipts – 500) |
| Required | Valid PAN, Aadhaar number, mobile number |
| Wait after paying fee | 4–5 working days |
| e-Filing helpline | 1800 103 0025 / 1800 419 0025 |
Who must link PAN with Aadhaar?
Under Section 139AA of the Income-tax Act, anyone allotted a PAN on or before 1 July 2017 who is eligible for Aadhaar must link the two. For new PAN applicants, linking happens automatically at the application stage. The deadline was 30 June 2023; PANs not linked by then became inoperative. Such a PAN can be made operative again by paying the ₹1,000 fee and linking Aadhaar.
Who is exempt?
- Residents of Assam, Jammu & Kashmir and Meghalaya
- Non-residents as defined in the Income-tax Act, 1961
- Anyone aged 80 or above at any time during the previous year
- People who are not citizens of India
Exempt people can still link voluntarily, but the fee applies.
What you need
- A valid PAN
- Your Aadhaar number
- A mobile number for the OTP
- The ₹1,000 fee challan (if your PAN was not linked earlier)
Common problems and fixes
Name, date of birth or mobile mismatch: If details differ between PAN and Aadhaar, linking can fail. Correct your PAN through Protean (formerly NSDL) or UTIITSL, or your Aadhaar through UIDAI. If it still fails, you can opt for biometric authentication at centres of the PAN service providers (Protean/UTIITSL). Carry your PAN, Aadhaar and the ₹1,000 fee challan; a separate charge applies for this service.
PAN already linked to another Aadhaar (or the reverse): Contact your Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (AO) to request delinking. You can find your AO through the “Know Your AO” option on the e-Filing portal.
Request pending with UIDAI: If the status shows pending, check again later. If validation fails, repeat the “Link Aadhaar” steps.
This page is based on the Income Tax Department’s user manual and FAQ. Rules and fees can change, so check the e-Filing portal before paying.
How to Apply
- Open the e-Filing portal at incometax.gov.in and click "Link Aadhaar Status" under Quick Links.
- Enter your PAN and Aadhaar number and click "View Link Aadhaar Status" to see the result.
- If not linked, choose "Link Aadhaar" under Quick Links, enter PAN and Aadhaar, and click "Continue to Pay Through e-Pay Tax" to pay the ₹1,000 fee.
- In e-Pay Tax, pick the Income Tax tile, the relevant Assessment Year and payment type "Other Receipts (500)", then pay.
- After 4–5 working days, go to "Link Aadhaar" again, validate PAN and Aadhaar, fill in the details and enter the 6-digit OTP sent to your mobile.
- Once the request is submitted, check "Link Aadhaar Status" again after a few days.
Important Links
| Income Tax e-Filing portal | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Link Aadhaar user manual | Click Here |
| Link Aadhaar FAQ | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to log in to check PAN-Aadhaar link status?
No. Use "Link Aadhaar Status" under Quick Links on the e-Filing home page and enter your PAN and Aadhaar number.
What is the fee to link PAN with Aadhaar now?
The Income Tax Department charges ₹1,000 to make an inoperative PAN operative by intimating Aadhaar. It is paid through e-Pay Tax under "Other Receipts (500)".
What happens if my PAN is inoperative?
Tax refunds are not issued, no interest is paid on refunds, and TDS/TCS is deducted or collected at a higher rate.
Who is exempt from PAN-Aadhaar linking?
Residents of Assam, Jammu & Kashmir and Meghalaya, non-residents under the Income-tax Act, people aged 80 or above, and non-citizens of India.
I paid the fee but the portal says "Payment details not found". What now?
Wait 4–5 working days after paying, then submit the linking request.
⚠️ This is not a government website. We simplify information from official sources. Always verify on the official website before applying.