Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Income Tax Refunds: Delays and What Taxpayers Can Do
Taxpayers might be waiting longer for their tax refunds.
The government is taking extra time to check the details, especially for bigger refunds.
Sometimes, there are errors between what was reported and what the government has on file.
Simple tax returns are usually processed faster.
To avoid delays, make sure your bank details are correct, respond quickly to any notices, and keep an eye on the refund status online.
If things don't move, there are ways to get help!
Taxpayers may face delays in receiving income tax refunds.
Additional verification is done for larger refunds.
Mismatches in data or incorrect details can cause delays.
Simpler returns are processed faster than complex ones.
Taxpayers may be entitled to interest on delayed refunds.
- Who
- Taxpayers awaiting income tax refunds
- What
- Delays in processing income tax refunds
- When
- As of September 2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- Additional verification, mismatches in data, and pending dues
- ITRs Filed (as of Sept 23)
- 7.57 crore
- Verified Returns (as of Sept 23)
- 6.87 crore
- Processed Returns (as of Sept 23)
- 5.01 crore
- Pending Returns
- 1.86 crore
- Interest on Delayed Refunds
- 0.5% per month
Sources
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