Income Tax Refund Stuck? Here's Who to Contact When Online Info Fails

• Over 50 lakh taxpayers are awaiting refunds for Assessment Year 2025-26 due to stricter ITR scrutiny.
• Refund delays can occur if income details dont match Form 26AS/AIS, bank accounts are not validated, or ITR is not e-verified within 30 days.
• Assessing Officers (AO) may issue notices for clarification on deductions, stopping refunds if no response is received.
• Check refund status on the e-filing portal (incometax.gov.in) or TIN-NSD website using your PAN and Assessment Year.
• If online status is 'Under Processing' for long, contact the Centralized Processing Center (CPC) in Bengaluru or file a grievance via the e-filing portal or e-Nivaran. For complex issues, contact your jurisdictional AO.

Why It Matters: Taxpayers facing delayed refunds should check online status, then contact CPC or file a grievance.