How to Delink Aadhaar From PAN

If your Aadhaar is linked to the wrong PAN, here’s a quick guide on how to delink it. Delinking lets you fix the mistake and re-link the correct PAN later.

Why You Might Need to Delink

Sometimes, due to system glitches or human error, your Aadhaar could get linked to:

• A PAN of someone else
• A duplicate or deactivated PAN of yours
  In such cases, the Income Tax Department allows you to delink.

Step-by-Step Checklist

Here’s what to do:

1. Find your Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (JAO) via the e-filing portal.
2. Write a grievance letter explaining the mistake (see example below) and attach:
   • Self-attested copies of your Aadhaar & PAN cards
   • Any other proof or letter explaining which PAN is wrong
3. Download your Aadhaar update history from UIDAI website (optional, but helpful).
4. Submit the letter + documents to your JAO (either by physical mail or in person).
5. Wait for the delinking to be processed by the Income Tax Department’s system. According to SOP, they review your application and forwards it for resolution.

Sample Grievance Letter

To,
Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (JAO),
Income Tax Department

Subject: Request to Delink Aadhaar from Incorrect PAN

Dear Sir / Madam,
I, [Your Name], hereby request you to delink my Aadhaar number [XXXX-XXXX-XXXX] from PAN [XXXXX], which is incorrect. I have attached copies of my Aadhaar and the wrong PAN. Please remove the link, so I can link my correct PAN.

Thank you,
[Your Name]
[Mobile / Email]

Real-Life Example

Let’s say Sita discovered that her Aadhaar was linked to an old PAN she no longer uses. She followed the checklist, sent the grievance to her JAO with copies, and after a few weeks, the link was removed. She then re-linked her current PAN correctly via the e-filing portal.

What to Watch Out For

• You might need to pay a fee again if you later relink.
• Keep a copy of your grievance letter and documents until you receive confirmation.

Make sure the details you give match on both Aadhaar and PAN to avoid repeated problems.