Missed ITR Deadline? Still Get Your Tax Refund! New Rules Apply

• December 31 deadline for revised/belated ITR (AY 2025-26) has passed, closing these options.
• Tax refunds are still possible if ITR was filed on time; the method for obtaining them has changed.
• File a rectification request under Section 154 for errors in processed returns, like incorrect refund amounts or TDS/TCS mismatches.
• Returns 'Under Processing' will still be processed by CPC; file a complaint if delays occur.
• Updated Return (ITR-U) is for declaring additional income, not for claiming new or increased refunds.

Why It Matters: Deadline passed, but tax refunds are still recoverable via rectification or standard processing.