Many taxpayers across India are still waiting for their income tax refunds for the financial year 2024–25, as payments have been delayed longer than expected.
On Monday, the because they fall under the “high-value” or “red-flagged” category. These cases usually involve requests for certain deductions that need extra checks before approval.
According to the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), all legitimate refunds are expected to be released by December 2025.
If you have already filed your Income Tax Return (ITR) and are eligible for a refund, you can now check its status online using your Permanent Account Number (PAN).
The Income Tax Department allows taxpayers to do this through the e-Filing portal and the NSDL-TIN website.
Before the refund can be credited, it’s important to ensure that your bank account is pre-validated, your return is filed correctly, and your ITR is e-verified.
After logging in with your PAN and password, you can view your filed returns and check the refund status for the relevant Assessment Year.
The portal will show whether the refund has been processed, the amount, the payment mode and the date of credit if it has already been issued.
The NSDL-TIN website also offers a simple way to track your refund.
After entering your PAN and selecting the Assessment Year, the page will display the refund details, including whether it has been released, the amount and the method used—either cheque or NEFT.
Meanwhile, as the department continues its checks, taxpayers can stay informed by tracking their refund status online, ensuring they don’t miss any updates.