How to check refund status from ITD Portal
Everything an individual should know after filing return for AY 2026-27
You have filed your e-return through the ITD portal for AY 2026-27; it has been e-verified and everything looks good! But now comes the familiar question that every CA faces from a client after filing e-ITR: “Where is my Income Tax Return Refund?”
This blog will guide you through all the methods for checking refund status, what to do before checking your refund and why refunds get delayed?
Income Tax Refund at a Glance
| 4-5 Weeks | 30 Days | 6% p.a. | 2 Methods |
| Average processing of refund after e-filing | Deadline to e-verify ITR for refund processing | Interest on delayed refund under Section 244A | Ways to check refund status online |
What is an Income Tax Refund?
An income tax refund is the amount returned by the income tax department (ITD) to an assessee when they pay more tax than they are liable for, during a financial year.
These refunds are given to the assessee when:
- Excess TDS has been deducted from your salary, interest or professional fees
- You have paid income tax in advance, which exceeds your final income liability
- You have claimed deductions under Section 80C, 80D, 80G, etc.
- Double taxation relief is applied for income earned or taxed abroad
To obtain a refund from the ITD, one must file an income tax return on the e-filing portal of income tax department and complete e-verification process.
Prerequisites Before Checking for Refund Status
- ITR Filed and Submitted
- E-Verification is Done
- Bank Account is linked and Pre-validated with the Income Tax website
Method 1: How to Check Income Tax Refund Status for AY 2026-27
One can check income tax refund status online by logging in to the Income Tax e-filing portal. The steps to follow to check income tax refund status:
Method 2: How to Check Income Tax Refund Status via NSDL Protean Portal
You can also check your refund status on the NSDL Protean Portal to confirm if the State Bank of India (SBI) has credited your refund.
- Step 1: Visit the NSDL Protean Portal
- Step 2: Login using PAN
- Step 3: Select Assessment Year
- Step 4: Enter Captcha Code
- Step 5: View Status
What is the Time Taken for a Tax Refund in 2026?
| STAGES | TIMELINE |
| ITR Filing | Due Date |
| e-Verification | 30 days |
| Return Processing | 2-3 weeks |
| Refund Credit | 4-5 weeks |
Why Income Tax Refund Is Delayed?
Common reasons that one must take care of to avoid delays:
Interest on Delayed Income Tax Refund (Section 244A)
If the Income Tax Department delays your refund, you are entitled to interest at 0.5% per month (6% per annum) on the refund amount, calculated from the due date of filing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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