How to check ITR refund status online, step-by-step guide for taxpayers

How to check your ITR refund status: Once you've completed the process and e-verification, your eligible tax refund will be deposited into your bank account. The Income Tax Department offers an online tracking facility to monitor the status of your refund. To check your ITR refund status as an individual taxpayer, you'll need your PAN number and the Assessment Year.

Usually, it takes about 7 to 120 days for the refund to reflect in your account after e-verification of your return. However, the process has now become even quicker, with some refunds being processed within just 2 days of ITR e-verification.

Here's how you can check your ITR refund status online:

1. Visit the Income Tax e-filing portal.

2. Log in to your user account using your ID, password, date of birth, and captcha.

3. Go to the My Account section.

4. Click on Refund/Demand status.

5. The screen will show the assessment year, refund status, and payment mode.

The Income Tax Department sends the refund either through direct credit to your provided bank account or via a 'Refund Cheque'. If you've opted for a bank account transfer, ensure you provide the correct account number, IFSC code, and complete address details, including the PIN code.

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