Have you linked your PAN with the Aadhaar card?
According to the Income Tax Department, if the PAN is not linked with Aadhaar before March 31, 2023, it will become inoperative — meaning the PAN holders will no longer be able to use their ten-digit alphanumeric number.
Step-by-step guide to check Aadhaar linking status
Step 1: Head to the Income Tax Department portal.
Step 2: Click on the ‘link Aadhaar status’ option available under the quick links tab.
Step 3: Enter your PAN and Aadhaar details and click to verify.
Also read: 5 steps to link your PAN card to your EPF account
Alternative method
Step 1: Click on the UTI PAN service portal link.
Step 2: Enter your PAN number and date of birth.
Step 3: Click to submit.
Also read: How to link PAN with Aadhaar