New Delhi: The Income Tax Department has issued an important notification, requiring PAN card holders who obtained their PAN using an Aadhaar Enrolment ID to update it with their original Aadhaar number by December 31, 2025. This directive follows changes introduced in the Union Budget 2025, which ended the provision allowing Aadhaar Enrolment IDs to be used in place of Aadhaar numbers from October 1, 2024.
Why This Update is Important
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) announced the rule under Section 139AA(2A) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Failure to update the PAN with the correct Aadhaar number could result in difficulties while filing income tax returns or conducting high-value financial transactions linked to your PAN.
What Are PAN and Aadhaar?
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department. It’s essential for filing tax returns, making significant financial transactions, and linking investments.
Aadhaar, on the other hand, is a 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). It serves as proof of identity and address, and is required for accessing various government and financial services.
How to Update Your Aadhaar in PAN?
If your PAN was issued using an Aadhaar Enrolment ID before October 1, 2024, you must update it with your original Aadhaar number. This can be done through the Income Tax Department’s official portal or via authorized officials.
Don’t Miss the Deadline
The last date to make this update is December 31, 2025. Ensure you update your details in time to avoid complications related to tax filings or financial transactions.
