NEW DELHI, [DATE] – With the July 31 income tax return (ITR) filing deadline approaching, millions of Indians are discovering their PAN cards have become inactive. This financial emergency can block bank transactions, loan applications, and tax filings. Here’s your complete action plan:
5 Reasons Your PAN Gets Deactivated
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Missing Aadhaar Link (Deadline: June 30, 2024)
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Multiple PAN cards (Only one allowed per person)
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Discrepancies in KYC documents
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Non-filing of ITR for 3+ years
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Suspected fraudulent activity
How to Check PAN Status in 2 Minutes
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Visit incometax.gov.in
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Click “Verify PAN” under Quick Links
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Enter PAN, full name, DOB, mobile
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Submit OTP → See “Active/Inactive” status
Pro Tip: SMS “PAN<space>PAN Number” to 567678 or 56161 for instant status
PAN Reactivation Process (2024 Rules)
📝 Step 1: Write application to Assessing Officer
📑 Step 2: Submit 3-year ITR copies + indemnity bond
🖇️ Step 3: Attach Aadhaar, passport, address proof
🏢 Step 4: Submit at nearest Income Tax office
⏳ Processing Time: 7-15 working days
Emergency Solutions
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Immediate Aadhaar Linking: Do via e-Filing portal (Avoids 80% deactivations)
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Toll-Free Help: Call 1800-180-1961 (Income Tax helpline)
“Don’t wait for transaction failures – verify your PAN today,” urges CBDT Chairman Nitin Gupta.
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FAQs
1. Can I file ITR with inactive PAN?
No – Reactivate first or face ₹10,000 penalty under Section 234H.
2. Is SMS method reliable for status check?
Yes – Official service since March 2024.
3. What if I lost my PAN card?
Download e-PAN instantly via NSDL/UtiITSL portals.
4. Do NRI PAN cards get deactivated?
Yes – Must link with Aadhaar or submit Form 60.
5. How to prevent future deactivation?
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File ITR annually (Even if income below taxable limit)
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Update mobile/email in PAN records
