What is the PAN link deadline and late fee?

The last date to complete Aadhaar PAN link is December 31, 2025. A Rs 1,000 late fee applies before you can submit the linking request. From January 1, 2026, unlinked PANs will become inoperative, which can affect refunds, TDS/TCS, and KYC for new investments and accounts.

How can I check my PAN Aadhaar link status?

Go to the Income Tax e-filing portal and open the “Link Aadhaar” or “Know status” service. Enter PAN and Aadhaar, verify with OTP, and view the result. If it shows “Not linked,” pay the Rs 1,000 fee via e-Pay Tax, then return to submit the linking and recheck the status.

What happens if my PAN becomes inoperative on January 1, 2026?

Your refunds may get delayed, and TDS/TCS can be deducted at higher rates. KYC for new investments and credit products can fail, affecting mutual funds, demat accounts, IPOs, and loans. To avoid these disruptions, finish the fee payment and linking now and confirm the final portal status.

Can I get a PAN quickly if I lost the card or number?

Yes. Retrieve PAN details on the e-filing portal using Aadhaar and OTP, or generate an instant e-PAN free using Aadhaar. The e-PAN PDF is valid for KYC and tax filing. After issuance, complete any pending Aadhaar linkage steps and recheck the status to ensure your PAN is active.

Law and Government

PAN-Aadhaar Link Status, December 27: Deadline, Rs 1,000 Fee, Risks

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 27, 2025December 27, 2025

PAN Aadhaar link status is a pressing compliance task for Indian taxpayers as of December 27, 2025. The Income Tax Department has set December 31, 2025 as the last date to link PAN with Aadhaar, with a Rs 1,000 late fee. From January 1, 2026, unlinked PANs will turn inoperative, risking blocked KYC, delayed refunds, and higher TDS/TCS. We explain deadlines, risks, and quick steps to check status, pay the fee, link online, and get a free e-PAN.