If you have also got your PAN card made through your Aadhaar Enrolment ID before 1 October 2024, then an important update has come for you. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a new notification, in which a strict warning has been given to those who have obtained PAN cards using Aadhaar Enrolment ID. You need to know this new rule so that your PAN card is not deactivated and you can avoid any income tax-related problems. This is a piece of powerful information to secure your financial future.
Update original Aadhaar number before 31 December 2025
CBDT has clearly stated that it is mandatory for the persons who have obtained PAN cards based on their Aadhaar Enrolment ID to update their original Aadhaar number before 31 December 2025. They have to provide this information to the Income Tax Department system, authorized officer, or directly to CBDT. If this is not done, the PAN card may become invalid and the Income Tax Return (ITR) can also be declared invalid. Therefore, you need to complete this important task in time.
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There will be no penalty for updating Aadhaar
It is a big relief that such users will not have to pay any penalty for updating Aadhaar. It is worth noting that the last date for PAN-Aadhaar linking for common citizens was 30 June 2023. Since then this service is available with a fee of ₹ 1000. But those who have got PAN card made with enrollment ID can update their original Aadhaar number without any fee. This is a golden opportunity for you, so complete this process without any delay.
What will be the loss if not updated on time
If you do not update your Aadhaar number within the stipulated time limit, you may face many problems:
PAN Card may become inactive: Your PAN card may stop working.
Income tax return will not be filed: You will not be able to file your ITR.
Problems in banking and financial transactions: There may be problems in operating bank accounts and other financial transactions.
Problems in investment, property purchase and sale: There may be obstacles in investing, buying or selling property.
How to update the Aadhaar number
To update your Aadhaar number online, you can follow the following easy steps:
Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department.
Enter your PAN number and Aadhaar number.
Complete the OTP Verification.
Your Aadhaar number will be successfully linked.
This is a simple and quick process that you can complete from the comfort of your home.
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