PAN will become inactive if not linked with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025 Inoperative PAN leads to penalties and higher TDS rates Individuals can check their PAN - Aadhaar link status on the the Income-tax e-filing portal @IncomeTaxIndia Thanks for the prompt response and immediate action. Return has been processed and refund credited to my bank account. Appreciate your immediate redressal of the grievance. Check if your PAN is linked with Aadhaar . Step-by-step guide to verify PAN - Aadhaar status , link them online, and avoid penalties. Learn how to check your PAN Aadhaar link status online using the Income Tax Department's official portal and SMS Service, Follow our step-by-step guide to check the status .