Income tax refund 2025 26 delay: As ITR filing for AY 2025 -

As ITR filing for AY 2025 - 26 picks up pace, reports suggest the government may delay issuing tax refunds until past assessments are cleared under Section 245. Experts warn this move... ITR Filing Last Date: Many taxpayers are facing delays in receiving their income tax refunds due to various reasons, including incorrect bank details, unvalidated accounts, or a PAN not linked with Aadhaar. Refunds are typically processed within 2 to 5 weeks after e-verification, but larger refunds may undergo additional scrutiny. Despite a record 17-day average refund processing time for AY 2025 - 26 , many taxpayers are facing delays in receiving their ITR refunds due to stricter scrutiny by the Income Tax Department. Here's ...