ITR filing: How to track your tax refund status online
This guide explains the process for tracking income tax refunds in India following the July 31, 2026, filing deadline. It outlines necessary prerequisites like e-verification and bank account validation, and provides steps to check status via the official e-Filing portal.
Why it matters
It provides practical financial guidance for taxpayers to ensure they receive their refunds efficiently and understand potential causes for delays.
ITR filing FY 2025-26: Filed your income tax return within the July 31, 2026 deadline? Are you eligible for an income tax refund? If you are wondering when your tax refund will be credited in your bank account and how to track its status - we have you covered.A refund arises when the income tax that you have paid exceeds your final tax liability. This can be due to excess TDS, TCS, advance tax, self-assessment tax, deductions, exemptions, or treaty-based relief claimed in the return.According to Sundeep Agarwal, Partner at Vialto Partners before tracking your tax refund, it’s important to ensure that your ITR is verified, PAN is linked with Aadhaar, the bank account is pre-validated on the portal, and there are no mismatches in Form 26AS, AIS or TIS.For refund claims involving treaty relief or foreign tax credit, check whether Form 10F or Form 67, as applicable, has been…
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