Income Tax Refund: Every year lakhs of people file Income Tax Returns (ITR), but many times there is a delay in getting the refund even after filing the return.
Complaints are also being lodged by people on social media and the helpline of the Income Tax Department.
If you are also one of those who are getting a delay in getting an income tax refund, then there is no need to panic.
In this article, we will tell you in detail all the important information like reasons for the delay in income tax refund, ways to check refund status, and how to complain about the delay.
Reasons for delay in refund
There can be many reasons for not getting a refund even after submitting an income tax return, let’s know-
Verification of return by Income Tax Department: The department checks whether you have given correct information about your income and property or not. This process may take some time.
Error in bank account information: If you have given the wrong information about the bank account while filing the return, then there will be a delay in issuing the refund.
PAN card and Aadhaar card not linked: If your PAN card is not linked to Aadhaar, then the refund may be delayed.
Not doing e-verification: If you have not done e-verification after filing the return, then also the refund will not come.
How to check refund status
You can check your refund status by visiting the e-portal of the Income Tax Department (https://eportal.incometax.gov.in).
For this, you have to log in by entering your user ID and password. After logging in, go to the ‘Services’ section and click on the ‘Know your refund status’ option.
After this, select Assessment Year 2023-24 and click on the ‘Submit’ button. That will allow you to see the current status of your refund.
How to complain about delay in refund
If you feel that your refund is getting delayed, you can lodge your complaint on the Income Tax Department’s e-mail ID (orm@cpc.incometax.gov.in). While complaining, please do write your PAN card number and contact number.
Apart from this, you can also contact the department’s helpline numbers (18001030025, 18004190025, 8046122000, 8061464700). These helpline numbers are available from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm.
Important things to remember
Submit the return on time and give the correct information.
Link your PAN card detail to your Aadhaar card.
After filing the return, do its e-verification.
Fill the bank account details carefully.
By following these simple steps you can avoid delays in income tax refund and get your refund on time.