PAN Compliance Tightens: New Aadhaar‑Linking Rules and Tax Instructions Announced

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: January 17, 2026 17:33

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued new instructions requiring individuals who received a PAN using an Aadhaar Enrolment ID to submit their actual Aadhaar number by 31 December 2025. Updated rules also outline consequences for inoperative PANs and revised compliance relief for deductors and collectors. These changes strengthen identity verification and curb fraud.

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