ITR Refund Delayed? Here's How to Complain and Get Your Money Back

• Taxpayers facing delays in ITR refunds can check their status on incometax.gov.in under 'View Filed Returns' for the relevant Assessment Year.
• Common reasons for delays include discrepancies, income mismatch, tax notices, or bank account issues.
• If the status is 'Processed with Refund Due', contact CPC Bengaluru using toll-free numbers (1800 103 0025, 1800 419 0025) or direct lines (080-46122000, 080-61464700) between 8 AM to 8 PM.
• If 'Refund Paid' is displayed but not received, contact SBI at 1800 425 9760 or [e-mail], providing PAN and Assessment Year details.
• For issues related to scrutiny, old tax arrears, or Section 245 adjustments, contact your Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (AO) via the 'Know Your AO' option on the portal, or file an online grievance under 'CPC-ITR' and 'Refund not received' categories.

Why It Matters: If your ITR refund is delayed, check its status online, contact CPC, SBI, or your AO, and file an online grievance.