ITR Refund Delays Continue as Stricter Scrutiny and Technical Glitches Slow Process
Many taxpayers who filed their income tax returns on time this year are still waiting for refunds, even though the process usually takes just a few weeks. By August 2025, only 37% of the returns had been processed, leaving a large number of people waiting for their money. The main reason is stricter scrutiny cases with very high refunds, large financial transactions, or mismatched data are being flagged for manual review, which takes more time. Apart from this, refunds are often delayed due to technical issues like unverified bank accounts, incorrect IFSC codes after bank mergers, or mismatched details between ITR, Form 26AS, and AIS. In some cases, refunds are adjusted against past dues, or the return is marked as “defective,” which also halts the process.
For those stuck waiting, there are a few steps that can help. Taxpayers can log in to the income tax portal and raise a “refund re-issue” request, making sure their bank details are updated and pre-validated. If delays continue, they can reach out to the Income Tax Department via helplines, email, or grievance systems, providing PAN, the assessment year, and refund details for faster resolution. Experts suggest that to avoid such issues in the future, people should verify their bank accounts beforehand, ensure all income and tax deduction details match across forms, and clear pending dues early. While delays may feel frustrating, being careful with documentation and verification can make the refund process smoother in the coming years.
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