New Delhi — In a move to boost transparency, privacy, and accountability in tax administration, the Government of India has introduced new rules regarding PAN card issuance. Under the latest directive from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), it will now be mandatory to provide an Aadhaar card to apply for a new PAN card.
The new rule comes into effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to all PAN card applications submitted through the Income Tax Department’s online portal.
What Has Changed?
Until now, applicants could use a variety of documents — such as a birth certificate or voter ID — to apply for a PAN card. But from July 1, 2025 onward, an Aadhaar card will be required to proceed with any new PAN card application.
According to senior officials, this change is part of India’s broader digitisation and accountability campaign aimed at strengthening tax filing integrity and reducing fraudulent practices. Aadhaar-based verification will help streamline PAN issuance and improve data accuracy across systems.
Why Link PAN and Aadhaar?
Currently, the government is also pushing existing PAN cardholders to link their PAN with Aadhaar. If this is not done, it could result in disruptions across various services such as:
Filing income tax returns
Bank transactions
Stock market investments
Property registrations
The deadline to link your existing PAN with Aadhaar is December 31, 2025 — and for now, this can be done without any penalty.
Why This Move Matters
The government’s new policy comes in the wake of multiple cases where PAN cards were found being used in fake GST registrations. Making Aadhaar mandatory helps curb misuse, enhances verification, and promotes greater transparency in financial systems.
Documents Needed for New PAN Applications
As of July 1, 2025, these are the key requirements for applying for a new PAN card:
Aadhaar card (mandatory)
Other supporting documents such as birth certificate or alternative ID papers may be used as secondary documents, but Aadhaar-based verification is now essential.
Final Thoughts
If you’re planning to apply for a new PAN card after July 1, 2025, be sure to have your Aadhaar card ready, as no new PAN card will be issued without it.
For existing PAN holders, don’t delay linking your Aadhaar — the December 31, 2025 deadline is your window to do so penalty-free.
This new regulation is aimed at building a cleaner, more transparent tax system — while also protecting your identity from potential misuse.
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