Last Updated: June 2026
If excess TDS has been deducted from your income, you are entitled to a tax refund. Here’s how to check your income tax refund status online.
How to Check Income Tax Refund Status
Method 1: Income Tax Portal
- Visit incometax.gov.in and login with PAN + password
- Go to e-File ? Income Tax Returns ? View Filed Returns
- Select the relevant Assessment Year
- Click on the ITR filing and check Refund Status
Method 2: NSDL Refund Tracker
- Visit tin.tin.nsdl.com/oltas/refundstatuslogin.html
- Enter PAN and Assessment Year
- Enter the captcha and click Submit
Refund Status Messages Explained
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Refund Issued | Refund sent to your bank account |
| Refund Credited | Amount credited to your bank |
| No Demand No Refund | ITR processed but no refund due |
| Refund Failed | Bank account validation issue — re-validate and request reissue |
| Under Processing | ITR still being processed by IT department |
How to Get Refund Faster
- File ITR early — before 31 July 2026
- Pre-validate your bank account on incometax.gov.in
- Link PAN with Aadhaar (mandatory)
- E-verify immediately after filing using Aadhaar OTP
- Most refunds credit within 15–45 days of e-verification