How to link PAN and Aadhaar via SMS

The Income Tax Department has made it mandatory for PAN holders to link it with Aadhaar card by March 31, 2023 or it will be rendered "inoperative".

Here’s how you can link your Aadhaar card with PAN:

Step 1: Type "UIDPAN  < 12-digit Aadhaar number >  < 10-digit PAN >"

Step 2: Send this SMS to 56161 or 567678 using your registered mobile number.

Step 3: You will get a confirmation message regarding the Aadhaar and PAN card linking.