How to Check Your Income Tax Refund Status Online?

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Methods to Check Income Tax Refund Status
   • Through Income Tax e-Filing Portal
   • Through TIN-NSDL Website
3. Common Refund Status Messages & Their Meaning
4. What to Do If Your Refund is Delayed?
5. FAQ Section

1. Introduction

If you have filed your Income Tax Return (ITR) and are expecting a refund, you can easily check the status of your refund online within minutes. The Income Tax Department allows taxpayers to track their refund status through the Income Tax e-Filing portal and the TIN-NSDL website.

2. Methods to Check Income Tax Refund Status

A. Through Income Tax e-Filing Portal

1. Visit Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
2. Log in using your PAN/Aadhaar and password.
3. Navigate to ‘e-File’ > ‘Income Tax Returns’ > ‘View Filed Returns’.
4. Select the Assessment Year for which you want to check the refund.
5. Under the status column, you will see details about your refund status.

B. Through TIN-NSDL Website

1. Visit TIN-NSDL Refund Tracking.
2. Enter your PAN and select the relevant Assessment Year.
3. Enter the Captcha and click ‘Submit’.
4. Your refund status will be displayed on the screen.

3. Common Refund Status Messages & Their Meaning

Status Message	Meaning
Refund Issued	Your refund has been processed and credited to your bank account.
Refund Paid	The refund amount has been successfully deposited into your bank account.
Refund Failed	There was an issue with the bank account details; update them in the e-Filing portal.
Refund Under Process	The IT department is still processing your refund request.
No Refund Due	No excess tax was paid; hence, no refund is available.
Refund Adjusted Against Outstanding Demand	Your refund has been adjusted against pending tax liabilities.

4. What to Do If Your Refund is Delayed?

• Check Your Bank Account Details: Ensure your bank account details in the e-Filing portal are correct.
• Verify If Any Demand is Outstanding: Check if your refund is adjusted against any past tax dues.
• Raise a Grievance: If the refund is not credited, raise a grievance on the e-Filing portal under ‘Helpdesk’.
• Contact CPC Bangalore: Call CPC at 1800-103-4455 for further assistance.

5. FAQ Section

1. How long does it take to receive an income tax refund?

Generally, refunds are processed within 30-45 days of ITR processing. Delays may occur due to verification issues.

2. My refund status shows ‘Refund Failed.’ What should I do?

Update your bank details on the e-Filing portal and revalidate them.

3. Can I track my refund without logging in?

Yes, you can check it through the TIN-NSDL website using your PAN and Assessment Year.

4. What if my refund is adjusted against previous tax dues?

You will receive an intimation under Section 245 explaining the adjustment. If you disagree, you can file a rectification request.

5. My refund is showing ‘Under Process’ for a long time. What should I do?

Wait for the IT Department to process it. If delayed beyond 3 months, raise a grievance through the e-Filing portal.

By following these steps, you can quickly check your income tax refund status and take necessary action if required