🔁 Check Your Refund Status
The Income Tax Department processes refunds through its official portal. Click the button below to check your live refund status — you'll need your PAN and to be logged in.
Your PAN
Assessment Year
ℹ️ Refund status is fetched directly from the Income Tax Department's secure portal — we cannot access your personal refund data. Use the official buttons above to check your live status after logging in.
📊 What Does Each Refund Status Mean?
ITR Filed & Verified
ITR submitted and e-verified via Aadhaar OTP, EVC or DSC. Processing will begin.
ITR Processing
Income Tax Dept is verifying your return. Usually takes 15–45 days from e-verification.
ITR Processed — Refund Determined
Your return is processed. Refund amount has been calculated. Will be credited shortly.
Refund Issued
Amount sent to your bank via NEFT/RTGS. Should credit in 2–5 working days.
Refund Failed
Bank account issue (wrong IFSC, unvalidated account). Request reissue from portal.
No Demand, No Refund
Tax liability = TDS paid. Return processed successfully but no refund due.
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Refund Journey
Typical Refund Timeline
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File & E-Verify ITR
File ITR on income tax portal and e-verify using Aadhaar OTP. Must be done within 30 days of filing.
Day 0 — Due date: July 31, 2026
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ITR Processing Begins
IT Dept verifies income, TDS, deductions. Most straightforward returns are processed in 15–30 days.
Day 1–30 after e-verification
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Intimation under Section 143(1)
You receive an email/SMS with processing result — refund determined, tax demand or no demand no refund.
Typically Day 20–45
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Refund Issued to Bank
Refund credited via NEFT/RTGS to your pre-validated bank account linked to PAN on the portal.
Within 5–7 days of Intimation
Troubleshooting
Refund Not Received? Fix It Now
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Verify ITR is e-verifiedUnverified ITR is treated as not filed. Login → e-File → View Filed Returns → Check verification status. E-verify immediately if pending.
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Link PAN with AadhaarUnlinked PAN causes refund holds. Link on incometax.gov.in → Profile → Link Aadhaar. Processing fee of ₹1,000 applies.
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Pre-validate your bank accountLogin → My Profile → Bank Accounts → Pre-validate. Bank name, IFSC and account number must match exactly.
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Check for outstanding tax demandsRefund may be adjusted against past year dues. Check → e-File → Pending Actions → Demand/Deficiency.
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Raise Refund Reissue RequestIf refund shows "Failed": Login → Services → Refund Reissue → Enter correct bank details → Validate via EVC/DSC. Refund arrives in 15–30 days.
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Raise a GrievanceIf no resolution: Login → e-Nivaran (Grievance) → Submit refund grievance. Alternatively call 1800-103-0025 (toll free helpline).
Complete Guide
Income Tax Refund — Everything Explained
How Long Does Income Tax Refund Take?
Typically 15 to 45 days after ITR is processed, provided your bank account is pre-validated and PAN is linked to Aadhaar. Simple salaried returns with no scrutiny are usually processed fastest. Complex returns or those with large refunds may take longer.
Interest on Delayed Refund
If the IT Dept delays your refund beyond the due date, you are entitled to interest at 6% per annum under Section 244A. The interest is calculated from April 1 of the assessment year (or the date of filing, whichever is later) to the date the refund is granted.
Refund Adjusted Against Tax Demand
The IT Dept can adjust your current year refund against any outstanding tax demand from previous years under Section 245. You'll receive an intimation before adjustment. You can accept or dispute the demand on the portal.
ITR Filing Due Date for FY 2025-26
File your ITR for FY 2025-26 by July 31, 2026 to avoid late fees. E-verify within 30 days. Filing early = faster processing = faster refund.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does income tax refund take?+
Typically 15–45 days after ITR processing for salaried returns with no scrutiny issues. Pre-validate your bank account, link PAN to Aadhaar, and e-verify ITR within 30 days of filing for the fastest refund.
How to check ITR refund status for FY 2025-26?+
Login to incometax.gov.in → e-File → Income Tax Returns → View Filed Returns → Select AY 2026-27. Alternatively check on the NSDL portal using PAN and assessment year (link above).
What does "Refund Failed" mean?+
Refund Failed means the bank transfer was rejected — usually due to incorrect IFSC code, account number mismatch, or account not pre-validated on the portal. Login → Services → Refund Reissue → Update correct bank details to get it reissued.
How to request refund reissue?+
Login to incometax.gov.in → Services → Refund Reissue Request → Enter correct bank account details → Validate using Aadhaar OTP (EVC) or DSC. The reissued refund typically arrives within 15–30 days.
Why is my refund delayed?+
Common reasons: ITR not e-verified, PAN not linked to Aadhaar, bank account not pre-validated, incorrect IFSC, return selected for scrutiny, or refund adjusted against previous year outstanding tax demand.
Can I get interest if my refund is delayed?+
Yes. Under Section 244A, if the IT Dept delays your refund, you are entitled to interest at 6% per annum. This interest is calculated from April 1 of the AY (or filing date, whichever is later) to the date refund is issued.