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If you are thinking of making a new PAN card for yourself or a family member, then definitely read this news. You will need to have Aadhaar to make a PAN card.

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has implemented a new rule. Under this, Aadhaar number and Aadhaar verification will be necessary for a new Permanent Account Number (PAN) card from July 1. Let us tell you that till now Aadhaar was not necessary to make a PAN card. Any valid identity card and birth certificate was sufficient for this. But under the new rule, Aadhaar has now been made mandatory.

Why was this change made

Experts say that this step of Aadhaar-based verification has been taken to promote digitization and ensure accountability and compliance in tax filing. This will help in preventing tax evasion. Also, strict action can be taken against those who hide income. Let us tell you that for existing PAN card holders, the last date for linking Aadhaar with PAN is December 31, 2025, without any penalty. PANs not linked to Aadhaar will become inactive from next year.

You will not be able to make a fake PAN

Experts say that making Aadhaar mandatory for making PAN will stop fake PANs. Even now many fraudsters are doing wrong things by making fake PANs. Now all this will not be possible due to Aadhaar biometric. According to the Income Tax Department, no person is allowed to have more than one PAN card. If someone is found to have more than one PAN, then a fine of Rs 10,000 can be imposed on him.

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