Is Your PAN Card Blocked? Check Status Online Before Filing ITR

With the Income Tax Department having notified ITR forms for the financial year 2024–25, the filing window is expected to open soon. The deadline has been set as 31 July 2025. If your PAN card is inactive or not linked with Aadhaar, you may not be able to file your income tax return (ITR). Many taxpayers are unaware of their PAN status or its linkage with Aadhaar — a crucial requirement for smooth ITR filing.

Why PAN–Aadhaar Linking is Important

A common issue faced by taxpayers is the rejection of ITRs due to an inactive PAN or missing PAN–Aadhaar linkage. The Income Tax Department mandates that PAN must be active and linked with Aadhaar to ensure compliance. Fortunately, you can check the status and complete the linking process from the comfort of your home.

How to Check PAN Card Status Online

Follow these steps to verify your PAN card’s current status:

1. Visit the Income Tax Department portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal
2. In the “Quick Links” section, click on "Verify PAN Status".
3. On the new page, enter your PAN number, full name, date of birth, and registered mobile number. Click "Continue".
4. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP and click "Validate".
5. If your PAN is active, the message will appear: "PAN is Active and details are as per PAN."

How to Check PAN–Aadhaar Linking Status

1. Go to the UIDAI official website: https://uidai.gov.in
2. Under the Aadhaar Services section, click on "Status".
3. Enter your PAN number and the captcha code.
4. Click on "Get Linking Status" to find out whether your PAN is linked with Aadhaar.

Steps to Link PAN with Aadhaar

1. Visit the official Income Tax e-filing website:
2. www.incometax.gov.in
3. Log in using your PAN credentials.
4. Go to the Quick Links section and enter your PAN, Aadhaar number, and mobile number.
5. Select the option "I validate my Aadhaar details".
6. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
7. Finally, pay the Rs 1,000 late fee to complete the PAN–Aadhaar linking process.

Before filing your income tax return this year, take a few minutes to ensure your PAN is active and linked to your Aadhaar. With just a few clicks online, you can avoid last-minute issues and rejections during ITR filing.