A PAN card is a key document required for financial and banking transactions, while Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India.

Applying for a PAN card may soon become more stringent, with Aadhaar alone unlikely to suffice as new rules and system changes are expected to take effect from April 2026.

New PAN Card Rules 2026 will come into effect from April 1, ending the Aadhaar-only application facility. Applicants will need additional documents, especially for date of birth proof, and must ensure ...