Aadhaar–PAN linking deadline ends today: How to link, penalty and other details

Linking your PAN card with Aadhaar is crucial to avoid penalties. The Income Tax department’s portal guides you through a simple online process involving your PAN and Aadhaar numbers, followed by an OTP verification. Failure to link by December 31, 2025, will render your PAN inoperative, impacting tax refunds and leading to higher tax deductions and collections.