Yes, Refund Status Can Be Tracked

• You can track your income tax refund once your return has been filed and verified.
  
• The Income Tax Department provides regular updates on the refund process.
  
• Status can be checked online using your PAN and assessment year details.
  
• It shows whether the return has been processed and if refund is issued or under process.
  
• Regular tracking helps detect any delay or failure in crediting the refund.
  

Common Refund Status Messages

• Refund Issued: Indicates that the refund has been processed and credited.
  
• Refund Failure: Occurs due to incorrect bank account details or mismatch.
  
• Return Processed with No Refund: Return was correct, but no refund was due.
  
• Refund Adjusted: Refund has been used to settle outstanding tax demand.
  
• Under Processing: Return is still being reviewed by the department.
  

Details Displayed in Status

• Mode of refund such as electronic transfer.
  
• Refund amount approved for credit.
  
• Date of refund issue or expected date of processing.
  
• Reason for failure if refund was unsuccessful.
  
• Contact details for follow-up, if required.
  

Information Required for Tracking

• Permanent Account Number (PAN) of the taxpayer.
  
• Relevant Assessment Year for which refund is claimed.
  
• Filed and verified return that shows refund due.
  
• Pre-validated bank account details to receive the refund.
  
• Intimation reference, if applicable, from the processing centre.
  

What to Do in Case of Delay or Failure

• Check if bank account is active, valid, and linked to PAN.
  
• Ensure the return was verified and no correction is pending.
  
• File a refund reissue request if the original credit attempt failed.
  
• Contact the tax department or helpdesk if delay is beyond the normal time.
  
• Refunds are typically processed within a few weeks after verification.