Aadhaar-PAN Linking Deadline Today: Avoid Inoperative PAN, Act Now!

• December 31 is the final deadline for linking Aadhaar with PAN, mandated by CBDT under the Ministry of Finance.
• Missing the deadline means your PAN will become inoperative from January 1, 2026, impacting financial transactions.
• Link via incometax.gov.in: enter PAN/Aadhaar, pay ₹1,000 late fee (if applicable), verify OTP, and submit.
• Check linking status by SMS (UIDPAN to 567678/56161) or on the e-Filing portal.
• A ₹1,000 late fee applies for linking after the deadline, urging immediate action to avoid complications.

Why It Matters: Link Aadhaar-PAN by December 31 to avoid an inoperative PAN and financial implications.