Missed ITR Revised Return Deadline? Here's How to Still Get Your Tax Refund.

• The December 31 deadline for revised ITRs has passed, but taxpayers expecting refunds may still have options.
• Rectification under Section 154 allows correction of minor errors like TDS mismatches or arithmetic mistakes after return processing, even post-deadline.
• If your return is 'under processing,' wait; CPC has 9 months to process. Lodge a grievance if it exceeds this limit.
• An Updated Return (ITR-U) is not for claiming refunds; it's for paying additional tax with penalties and cannot be used to create or increase losses.
• Focus on follow-ups, reviewing tax credit statements, responding to department communications, and correcting technical mismatches rather than re-filing.

Why It Matters: Missing the revised ITR deadline isn't the end; use rectification or follow-up for due refunds.