Final Warning: Link PAN-Aadhaar by Dec 31, 2025 to avoid inactive PAN.

• PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline is December 31, 2025; unlinked PANs will become inoperative from January 1, 2026.
• An inoperative PAN will prevent ITR filing, refunds, banking transactions, mutual fund investments, and stock trading.
• Linking PAN and Aadhaar after the deadline will reactivate the PAN in approximately 30 days but will incur a ₹1,000 fee.
• Taxpayers can link their PAN and Aadhaar via the Income Tax e-filing portal, ensuring details on both documents match.

Why It Matters: Your PAN becomes inactive if not linked to Aadhaar by Dec 31, causing financial issues.