Even if your PAN is inoperative due to not linking it with Aadhaar by the deadline, you can still file your Income Tax Return (ITR). The e-filing portal allows you to submit your return without immediate linking. However, you must verify your ITR within 30 days, and an active PAN is needed for tax payments. While you can opt to 'pay later', it's advisable to link your PAN with Aadhaar to receive any tax refunds and avoid potential penalties.
According to the Income Tax Department, if you forgot to link your PAN with Aadhaar by June 30, 2023, you can still file your income tax return. The last date to file ITR for individuals not requiring audit for FY 2022-23 (AY 2023-24) is July 31, 2023.
Heres how to file ITR with an inoperative PA
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FAQ :
Yes, you can still file your Income Tax Return (ITR) even if your PAN has become inoperative because you missed the deadline to link it with Aadhaar. The e-filing portal does not require PAN-Aadhaar linking at the time of filing the ITR.
The last date to file your Income Tax Return (ITR) for individuals who do not require an audit for FY 2022-23 (AY 2023-24) is July 31, 2023.
You can file your ITR by logging into the income tax e-filing portal, navigating to 'e-file' > 'income tax return' > 'file income tax return', and following the steps. The process is the same as filing with an operative PAN.
If you do not verify your filed ITR within 30 days of filing, it will be considered as if you have not filed your ITR at all.
Yes, an active PAN is necessary if you need to pay taxes while filing your ITR. The PAN must be active, meaning it has not been cancelled or made inactive by the income tax department.
Yes, if you are due to receive an income tax refund, it will not be released until you link your PAN with Aadhaar. Therefore, linking is essential to receive any tax refunds and any interest on them.