PAN-Aadhaar Link Deadline: Your Card Useless After Dec 31, 2025? Check Now!

• Mandatory PAN-Aadhaar linking for cards obtained using Aadhaar enrollment ID before Oct 1, 2024.
• Deadline for linking is December 31, 2025; unlinked PANs will be deactivated.
• Deactivated PAN causes difficulties in financial transactions, ITR filing, and claiming refunds.
• Check linking status via Income Tax Department's e-filing portal (www.incometax.gov.in) without logging in.
• Enter your 10-digit PAN and 12-digit Aadhaar number under 'Link Aadhaar Status' in 'Quick Links' to view status.

Why It Matters: Link PAN-Aadhaar by Dec 31, 2025, to avoid deactivation; check status easily online.