ITR Filed But Refund Still Pending? CPC Deadline Explained And What Taxpayers Can Do
If your Income Tax Return (ITR) is not processed by 31 December 2026, or within the prescribed deadline for earlier assessment years, the Centralized Processing Centre (CPC) loses its legal right to process that return.
Dec 24, 2025, 15:59 PM IST
Advance Tax Due December 15: 7 Common Mistakes Taxpayers Must Avoid To Escape Penalties
Advance tax for FY 2025–26 is due by December 15 for taxpayers with net tax liability above Rs 10,000. Common mistakes include ignoring interest or dividend income, applying wrong tax rates on capital gains, forgetting TDS credits, choosing the wrong tax regime, failing to revise income estimates, underestimating interest penalties, and making challan errors. Careful calculation helps avoid penalties.
Dec 09, 2025, 16:51 PM IST
Budget 2026 May Finally Let You Track Your ITR Refund In Real Time—With Live Status, Timelines & Escalation Tools
Deloitte India has proposed a real-time income tax refund tracking system for Budget 2026–27 to make the refund process more transparent and user-friendly. The system would show live updates such as “Under Processing,” “Approved,” “Sent to Bank,” or “Credited,” along with estimated timelines and an option to raise concerns if delays occur. It aims to reduce taxpayer anxiety, minimise grievance filings, and help individuals manage their finances better. If approved by the government and CBDT, the feature will be added to the income-tax portal. Until then, taxpayers must rely on limited, existing status updates.
Dec 06, 2025, 15:13 PM IST
Still Waiting For Your ITR Refund? Check Reasons, When Will You Receive It, Status & More
CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal has explained that the income tax department is currently reviewing cases where deduction claims appear questionable, which has slowed down the processing of certain refunds. He added that genuine refund cases are expected to be cleared by December.
Nov 27, 2025, 15:13 PM IST
From TDS To Self Assessment Tax-- How Much Interest Is Paid On Refund Delays By ITR? Find Out
The IT department's rules regarding interest on delayed refunds are summarized here (Source: Income Tax Department)
Nov 19, 2025, 15:22 PM IST
ITR Correction Made Easy: CBDT’s New Rule To Speed Up Refunds
The notification, issued on October 27, 2025, empowers the Centralised Processing Centre (CPC), Bengaluru, to make quick corrections under Section 154 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 — without reopening the entire assessment process.
Nov 08, 2025, 16:27 PM IST
ITR Refund Delay: Refund Status Shows ‘Processed’ But No Money Credited — Here’s What To Do
This situation often causes confusion, but it usually results from technical or banking delays rather than an error in filing.
Oct 11, 2025, 10:18 AM IST
Still Waiting For Your ITR Refund? Tax Dept Might Cut It To Clear Your Old Dues
With the extended deadline for filing ITRs now set at September 15, 2025, for those not requiring an audit, the pressure is building as only two weeks remain. But for those who have already filed, the bigger question is: why is the refund process so slow?
Sep 02, 2025, 14:55 PM IST
ITR Filing Done? Here’s How Long It Takes To Get Your Refund
Once you've filed and verified your Income Tax Return (ITR), the refund process typically begins. The Income Tax Department usually takes about 7 to 21 working days to start processing your refund, if you're eligible for one.
Aug 29, 2025, 19:43 PM IST
Time Taken For Tax Refunds In India Cut From 3 Months To 17 Days In Last 11 Years
The introduction of pre-filled returns, automation in refund processing, real-time TDS adjustments and online grievance redress mechanisms has led to reduced delays by as much as 81 per cent and improved taxpayer experience, according to official figures.
Jul 14, 2025, 07:50 AM IST
ITR Refund 2025: Waiting For Your TDS Refund? Check Average ITR Processing Time
The faster refund process only works if key details are in place—like linking your PAN with Aadhaar, pre-validating your bank account and filing your return correctly.
May 28, 2025, 12:47 PM IST
ITR Filing 2024: Will You Get ITR Refund If It Is Not Verified? Details You Need To Know
As per income tax rules, ITR refund processing by the tax department starts only after the return is e-verified by the taxpayer.
Aug 27, 2024, 10:16 AM IST
ITR Refund: Who Will Receive Faster Refund Among ITR-1, ITR-2, and ITR-3? How To Check ITR Refund Status
Income Tax Return (ITR) Refund: It is important to note that your tax refund can only be issued once the Income Tax Department processes your verified ITR.
Aug 17, 2024, 11:31 AM IST
Check Your ITR Refund Status Online Using Your PAN Card: Step-by-Step Guide To Track Your Tax Refund
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you track your refund status and stay updated on your tax refund.
Aug 07, 2024, 15:20 PM IST
ITR Refund Status: Is your Income Tax Refund Delayed? Know Why And What Taxpayers Should Do
To process an Income Tax Return (ITR) refund, e-verification of the return is essential. The refund is typically transferred to the taxpayer's account within four to five weeks after the ITR is e-verified.
Aug 05, 2024, 16:53 PM IST
Your ITR Refund May Get Stuck: Avoid These 7 Mistakes At All Cost
Steer clear of these seven errors when filing your ITR to ensure that your refund won't stuck and you won't be penalised
Jul 26, 2024, 13:44 PM IST
DNA: Taxpayers beware!..Fraud in the name of income tax 'refund'
This time more than 6 crore Income Tax Returns have been filed in India. The last date to file Income Tax Returns was 31st July… However, you can still file Income Tax Returns with Fine. Now taxpayers have also started getting refund from the Income Tax department…. Some people have received refund, some are yet to come. Taxpayer is eagerly waiting for the money. Cyber thugs are now taking advantage of this. How cyber thugs are cheating Taxpayer and how you can avoid it.
Aug 09, 2023, 23:56 PM IST
ITR Filing AY 2023-24: Are You Waiting For ITR Refund? When Can You Expect It, And How Can You Check Its Status?
The deadline for filing income tax returns is over on July 31. If you are waiting for your ITR refund for AY 2023-24, scroll down to find the step-by-step guide.
Aug 02, 2023, 00:14 AM IST
ITR Filing Tips: Maximizing Your Tax Refunds With These Simple Strategies
Jul 21, 2023, 21:26 PM IST
ITR Filing FY 2021-22: Here's how to check income tax return (ITR) refund status online
After 10 days of filing an ITR, taxpayers in India can check the status of their ITR refund.
Aug 06, 2022, 12:39 PM IST