PAN Card (Permanent Account Number) in India has become an essential document for every citizen, especially when it comes to tax, banking and government schemes. From time to time, the government keeps changing the rules related to PAN card so that the system can be made more transparent and safe.
Now from May 1, 2025, some new rules are going to be implemented for PAN card, which will affect millions of PAN card holders. The special thing is that these changes are directly related to Aadhaar Card, and if you have not yet updated the necessary then your PAN card can also be inactive.
In this article, we will explain in detail which new rules of PAN card will apply from May 1, 2025, who should immediately pay attention, what is the new deadline of Pan-Aadhaar Linking, and what can be the harm if you do not update on time.
Also, we will tell you how to do pan-aadhaar linking, for which people it is mandatory, and what is the purpose of the new rules. If you are a PAN card holder, then this information is very important for you.
PAN Card New Rules 2025 – Complete Overview
The table below gives the main things of the new rules related to the PAN card:
| Name of rule/change | Description/information |
| Date of implementation | 1 May 2025 |
| To whom | All those who have taken PAN from Aadhaar Enrollment ID |
| Aadhaar Linking Last date | 31 December 2025 |
| PAN | If Aadhaar number is not given by the due date, then the pan will be inactive |
| Who discounts | NRI, above 80 years, residents of Assam, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Late Fee/Penalty | No penalty till 31 December 2025, later ₹ 1,000 penalty |
| How to update | Through Online, SMS, or PAN Service Center |
| Objective | Transparency, fake pan stop, system secure |
PAN card new rule 2025
The new rules related to the Pan Card since 1 May 2025 are directly related to Aadhaar Linking. Now those who had made their PAN card based on Aadhaar Enrollment ID (ie who did not have the real Aadhaar number at that time), now need to give their real Aadhaar number to Income Tax Department. If this work is not done by the scheduled time i.e. 31 December 2025, then such PAN cards will be inactive.
Important points of new PAN card rules
- New PAN Card Rule: PAN card made from Aadhaar Enrollment ID is now required to update the real Aadhaar number.
- Pan-Aadhaar Linking Last Date: You can do linking free till 31 December 2025.
- Inopervative PAN Card: If not updated on time, the PAN card will become inactive.
- No Penalty Till deadline: There will be no late fee or penalty till 31 December 2025.
- WHO is Exampted: NRI, resident of Assam, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir above 80 years.
- How to Update: Going to Online, SMS, or near PAN Service Center.
New rules related to PAN card – information in detail
Whom is it necessary to update the PAN card?
- Those who have made a PAN card on the basis of Aadhaar Enrollment ID before 1 October 2024.
- All such PAN card holders are required to give their real Aadhaar number to Income Tax Department by 31 December 2025.
- If you used Aadhaar Enrollment ID while applying for PAN card, then you have to update this.
Why is Pan-Aadhaar linking necessary?
- The government wants every PAN card to be connected to a real Aadhaar number so that duplicate PAN and fraud can be banned.
- This will keep the system transparent and prevent problems like tax evasion.
- Pan-Aadhaar linking will also provide benefits of government schemes easily.
The last date and penalty of pan-aadhaar linking
- If you have taken PAN from Aadhaar Enrollment ID, then it is necessary to give the real Aadhaar number by 31 December 2025.
- By this date, the linking will be done for free, no late fees will be charged.
- If you did not link after 31 December 2025, then your PAN card will become inactive and then you will be able to activate again by giving ₹ 1,000 penalty.
What will happen when PAN card is inactive?
- You will not be able to file income tax returns (ITR).
- Banking, financial transactions, government schemes will not get the benefit.
- No major transactions (eg more than 2.5 lakhs) will be able to do without PAN.
- Notice may come from the tax department in future.
How to link PAN-Oudh? (How to link PAN with Aadhaar)
Online method
- Go to Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
- Select “Link Aadhaar” option.
- Enter PAN number, Aadhaar number, name and mobile number.
- Do OTP verification.
- Linking will be done as soon as the process is completed.
SMS method
- Send SMS from your registered mobile:
- Format: UIDPAN
<12- अंक aadhaar> <10- डिजिट पैन> - Send: 567678 or 56161
- Format: UIDPAN
Offline system
- Go to the nearest Pan Service Center (NSDL/Utiitsl).
- On the base linking form.
- Give the self-attasted copy of PAN and Aadhaar.
- Submit the form.
PAN Card New Rules 2025 – Which is exemption?
- NRI (non -resident Indian)
- Residents of Assam, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir
- Citizen over 80 years of age
These people are exempted from Pan-Aadhaar linking.
Other new rules of PAN card (other new pan card rules)
- Now it is mandatory to give Aadhaar number while applying for PAN card.
- If you do not have Aadhaar, you cannot apply for PAN card.
- Business or profession whose annual income is more than ₹ 5 lakhs, it is necessary to take PAN.
- PAN is still necessary if someone does a non-individual (eg company, firm) of ₹ 2.5 lakh or more a year.
- It is necessary to update immediately on changing the name, address or business details in the PAN card.
New rules related to PAN card – Step by Step Guide
- First of all, check whether your PAN card is made of Aadhaar Enrollment ID or from the real Aadhaar number.
- If made of Enrollment ID, update the real Aadhaar number before 31 December 2025.
- Linking through Income Tax Department website or SMS or Pan Service Center.
- After linking, it will be updated within 7 to 30 days.
- If PAN is inactive, you can re -activate by giving ₹ 1,000 penalty.
Pan-Aadhaar Linking-FAQ (frequently asked questions)
Q1. Is it necessary to link all PAN card holders to Aadhaar?
No, only those who have made PAN cards from the Aadhaar Enrollment ID or whose PAN and Aadhaar have not been linked yet.
Q2. What to do after PAN is inactive?
PAN-Aadhaar linking by giving ₹ 1,000 penalty, then PAN will be activated.
Q3. What documents are required for Pan-Aadhaar Linking?
PAN Card, Aadhaar Card and Mobile Number.
Q4. What is the disadvantage when PAN is inactive?
ITR filing, banking, benefits of government schemes, large transactions – all will be closed.
Q5. Is there any fees for Pan-Aadhaar linking?
There will be no fees by 31 December 2025, followed by ₹ 1,000 penalty.
PAN Card New Rules 2025 – Latest Update
- The new PAN card rules have come into force since 1 May 2025.
- PAN card made of Aadhaar Enrollment ID is necessary to update the real Aadhaar number by 31 December 2025.
- If not updated on time, PAN will become inactive.
- Online, SMS and offline are available for Pan-Aadhaar Linking.
- The exemption is only NRI, above 80 years, the residents of Assam, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir.
Why were new rules related to PAN card brought? (Why these new pan rules?)
- To stop fake PAN card and duplicate pan.
- To prevent problems like tax evasion and money laundering.
- To make the system transparent and safe.
- The benefits of government schemes reach the right people for this.
PAN Card New Rule 2025 – Important Suggestion
- Do pan-aadhaar linking on time.
- Keep the name, address or other information update in the PAN card.
- When PAN is inactive, get a penalty and activate it immediately.
- Do not share information about PAN and Aadhaar with anyone.
- Do not misuse PAN card, otherwise legal action may be taken.
Conclusion
Since May 1, 2025, new rules related to PAN card have been implemented, which will affect millions of PAN card holders. If you have made a PAN card from Aadhaar Enrollment ID, then do update from the real Aadhaar number by 31 December 2025.
If you do not update on time, your PAN can become inactive and you may have to be deprived of many essential services. The process of pan-aadhaar linking is easy, you can do this work online, SMS or offline in any way. Follow these new rules related to PAN card and keep your documents updated.
Disclaimer:
This information is based on the official notification and media reports released by the government. The new rules related to the PAN card have been really implemented and this is completely real and valid information. If you do not follow these rules, your PAN card may be inactive.
Therefore, do PAN-Aadhaar linking on time and avoid any rumor or fake news. For any update related to PAN card, always get information from the official website of Income Tax Department or the nearest PAN Service Center.
