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11.5 Crore PAN Cards Deactivated by CBDT; Know How to Check Your PAN Card Status?

In a recent response to a Right to Information (RTI) query, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has revealed that 11.5 crore PAN cards have been deactivated

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Punam Singh
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PAN card deactivated

In a recent response to a Right to Information (RTI) query, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has revealed that 11.5 crore PAN cards have been deactivated for non-compliance with the deadline to link them with Aadhaar cards. The move is aimed at enhancing the efficiency of financial transactions and tax-related activities, underlining the government’s vision to streamline administrative processes.

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The linkage of PAN with Aadhaar is crucial for various financial transactions and tax-related activities. This initiative ensures greater transparency and simplifies the tracking of individuals’ financial dealings. Along with that, it also aids in curbing tax evasion and fraudulent activities.

The deadline for linking PAN (Permanent Account Number) with Aadhaar expired on June 30 this year. Individuals who acquired their PAN cards before 1st July 2023 were required to manually link the two documents as per sub-section (2) of Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act. And, those who obtained PAN cards after this date experienced an automatic linkage with their Aadhaar.

How to check your PAN-Aadhaar Linking status?

For those who want to know whether their PAN card has been deactivated or not. Or, if someone has already linked their PAN with Aadhaar and wants to confirm the status can follow this step-by-step Guide.

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  • Step 1: Visit the Official Income Tax e-Filing website, while using a secure and reliable internet connection.
  • Step 2:  Navigate to the ‘Link Aadhaar’ section
  • Step 3: Click on the ‘Link Aadhaar’ option and enter your PAN and Aadhaar details accurately.
  • Step 4: Verify the Captcha code provided on the page.
  • Step 5: After entering the details, click on ‘View Link Aadhaar Status’.
  • Step 6: The website will display the status of your PAN-Aadhaar linking, which could be ‘Linked’, ‘Not Linked’ or ‘Under Process’. Carefully review the information provided.
  • Step 7: If your PAN and AAdhaar are successfully linked, a confirmation message will appear on the screen.