ITR Refund Status: Is the refund money stuck with the department or the bank? Check instantly without a password..
The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) is fast approaching. If you do not file your ITR before July 31, you might face difficulties. Meanwhile, for those who have already filed their ITR, the refund amount has likely either already been credited or is on its way.
If you have already filed your ITR but haven't received the refund yet, this information is for you. Typically, the Income Tax Department transfers the refund amount to your bank account within a few weeks of verifying the return. However, if your refund is still pending despite the passage of time, you can easily handle the entire process from the comfort of your home.
How to check your refund status?
If you have filed your ITR but the refund hasn't reached your bank account yet, you can check your status via the Income Tax e-Filing portal. This is a secure method where you can access your complete tax filing history. Alternatively, you can also check your status through the TIN-NSDL website.
How does the Income Tax e-Filing portal work?
First, visit the Income Tax Department's official e-filing website (incometax.gov.in). Click on the 'Login' button located at the top right of the homepage.
Then, log in to your account by entering your PAN and password.
Once the dashboard opens, go to the main menu and click on 'e-File' > 'Income Tax Returns' > 'View Filed Returns'.
A window will then open displaying a complete list of your filed returns. Select the relevant Assessment Year and click on 'Details' to view your refund status.
How does the TIN-NSDL website work?
This method is suitable for those who have forgotten their account password and wish to check their status immediately without logging in. First, visit the TIN-NSDL website.
Next, enter your PAN number.
Then, select the Assessment Year.
After that, enter the captcha code and submit it.
You will then be able to view the complete status of your income tax return.
How do you know if the refund has been issued?
When checking your status, you may encounter various terms. If it says "Refund Issued," it means the department has sent the refund amount to the bank, and it will soon be credited to your bank account. If it says "Refund Failed," it means the department attempted the transaction but it was unsuccessful; in this case, you can request a refund re-issue. If it says "Under Processing," the Income Tax Department is currently reviewing the case and will issue the refund once the process is complete.
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