Year-End Deadline: December 31 is not only the last day of the current calendar year (2025) for Indian citizens, but it is deadline for some important work as well. Citizens who haven't completed Aadhaar-PAN linking and taxpayers or businesses who have to file annual GST returns are advised to do it by the end of the day to avoid further complexities.
PAN card holders who haven't completed the mandatory linking yet need to do it by today (December 31 is the deadline for linking PAN-Aadhaar), if they don't wish to attract unwanted penalties and want their PAN to be operative.
Meanwhile, if a person is not sure about linking his PAN and Aadhar, it can be checked online, and if the documents are not linked, they can be linked digitally in minutes.
How To Check PAN-Aadhaar Link Status
- Visit the online tax filing portal.
- Select the "Aadhaar Card Link Status" option.
- Enter your Aadhaar card details and PAN in the designated fields.
- Click "Submit."
- The status of linking your Aadhaar card to your PAN will be displayed on the screen.
How to complete Aadhaar-PAN Linking
- Visit the official online tax filing portal.
- Log in using your credentials (create an account if you are not already registered).
- Select the "Link Aadhaar Card" option in your profile.
- Next, enter your Permanent Account Number (PAN) and Aadhaar details.
- Click "Continue ePayment."
- Select the desired tax year before choosing "Other Receipts."
- The amount due will be displayed; click "Continue" to generate a receipt.
- Choose your payment method.
- Make the payment.
- After payment, you can link your PAN with Aadhaar.
Also Read: PAN-Aadhaar Linking Last Date Tomorrow: Know Steps To Check PAN-Aadhaar Linking Status
GST Annual Returns Filing
All businesses and GST-registered firms should file their annual GST return by December 31, which is the deadline for filing GST annual returns for the relevant financial year.
Delays or errors in filing tax returns can result in late fees, notices, or audits from tax authorities, making year-end tax compliance crucial for businesses.
The annual tax return details external supplies, tax credits claimed, refunds received during the year, and taxes paid.