How to check if PAN-Aadhaar is linked?

The government has announced that the last day to link the Permanent Account Number (PAN) card with the Aadhaar number is June 30, 2021.

Following are the steps to check the PAN-Aadhar Linked status

Step 1: Open any internet browser and head to the official site of income tax department, www.incometax.gov.in.

Step 2: On the website’s homepage an option that reads ‘Link Aadhaar’ will be displayed, under the Quick Links section.

Step 3: Click on the Link Aadhaar ‘Know About your Aadhaar PAN linking Status’ option under ‘Link Aadhaar’.

Step 4: It will lead you to a new window. Enter your PAN and Aadhaar Card details in the mentioned box.

Step 5: Once you fill the details, click on ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’.

Step 5: The status of your Aadhaar-PAN will be displayed on the website.

Individuals can check the status via SMS too:

Step 1: From your registered mobile number, enter the 12-digit Aadhaar number, give space, and type the 10-digit PAN.

Step 2: Send this message to 567678 or 56161.

Step 3: You will get the status in reply.