ITR Refund Delay: How To Track Your Income Tax Return Status And File A Complaint Online? Check Here

⁠Income Tax Refund Delayed Update: Many taxpayers are still waiting for their income tax refunds for FY 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26), even though they filed their returns months ago. The refund process begins only after the return is e-verified, and in most cases, refunds are typically credited within four to five weeks.

However, delays can occur due to mismatched data, incorrect bank details, or other discrepancies. The officials have advised taxpayers to verify that their return information is accurate and to track the status of their refund through the official income tax portal to avoid unnecessary delays.

If the refund is delayed, taxpayers can file a complaint. Here’s a guide to the process.

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ITR Refund Delay: How To File A Complaint Online?

- If your Income Tax Return (ITR) is delayed, you can file a complaint through the e-Nivaran portal or CPGRAMS.

- Go to the grievance category and select ‘Refund not received’.

- Provide necessary information, such as PAN, assessment year, acknowledgement number, and contact details.

- Explain your issue in detail to ensure proper processing.

Before doing so, it is important to first check your refund status and verify that all details in your return are correct, Jagran.com reported.

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How Can I Check My ITR Refund Status?

Taxpayers can track their Income Tax Return (ITR) status online through the official income tax portal.

- Log in to the income tax portal using your PAN and password.

- From the top menu, select Services and then Know Your Refund Status.

- Go to the e-File tab, choose Income Tax Returns, and click View Filed Returns.

- The refund status for the relevant assessment year (FY 24-25) will be displayed.

Why Your ITR Refund May Be Delayed?

Several factors can cause delays in processing your income tax return refunds.

- Bank account not pre-validated on the e-filing portal.

- Mismatch between the bank account name and PAN details.

- Invalid or outdated IFSC code.

- Mention of a closed bank account in the ITR.

- PAN not linked with Aadhaar.

- The refund amount is unusually high, which may trigger additional scrutiny.