"PAN and Aadhaar Linking: Exemptions and Process"

"Linking PAN and Aadhaar made easier"

"Who is Exempt from Linking PAN and Aadhaar?"

"Certain individuals are exempt from linking their Aadhaar with PAN."

"Residents of Assam, Jammu and Kashmir, and Meghalaya"

"Residents of these states are exempt from linking PAN and Aadhaar."

"Non-Residents as per the I-T Act, 1961"

"Non-residents are exempt from linking PAN and Aadhaar."

"Persons Aged 80 and Above"

"Individuals aged 80 or more at any time during the previous year are exempt from linking PAN and Aadhaar."

"Non-Citizens of India"

"Those who are not citizens of India are exempt from linking PAN and Aadhaar."

"Linking PAN and Aadhaar Process"

"Follow these steps to link your PAN and Aadhaar."

"Step 1: Visit Income Tax e-Filing Portal"

"Go to the Income Tax e-Filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/"

"Step 2: Choose Quick Links"

"Click on 'Quick Links' on the top-left corner of the website."

Link Aadhaar Status or Link Aadhaar"

"Select 'Link Aadhaar Status' or 'Link Aadhaar' based on your requirement."

Enter PAN and Aadhaar Details"

"Enter your 10-digit PAN number and 12-digit Aadhaar number. Click 'View Link' to check the status."

"PAN-Aadhaar Linking Status"

"View the pop-up window to check if your PAN and Aadhaar are linked."

"Linking PAN and Aadhaar via SMS"

"Send an SMS to 567678 or 56161 with the text 'UIDPAN' followed by your Aadhaar and PAN numbers."

"Check PAN-Aadhaar Linkage Status"

"Receive an update on the PAN-Aadhaar linkage status via SMS."

"The End"

"Stay informed about PAN and Aadhaar linkage!"