income tax return status

income tax return status

To check the status of your income tax return (ITR) in India, you can follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official website of the Income Tax Department of India: https://www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/
  2. Log in to your account using your User ID (PAN), password, and captcha code.
  3. Once logged in, go to the "My Account" tab.
  4. Under the "My Account" tab, select the "View Returns/Forms" option.
  5. Choose the relevant Assessment Year (AY) for which you want to check the status of your return.
  6. Click on the acknowledgment number corresponding to the filed return for the desired AY.
  7. The status of your income tax return will be displayed on the screen. It may show as "Successfully e-Verified" or "ITR Processed," indicating that your return has been processed by the Income Tax Department.
  8. If your return is still under process, it will show as "ITR Received" or "ITR Processed and Rectification Done."
  9. You can also check if any refunds are due by selecting the "Refund/Demand Status" option under the "My Account" tab.
  10. After reviewing the status, you can take any necessary actions based on the information provided.

Please note that it may take some time for the status to be updated after filing your return, especially during peak tax-filing seasons. If you encounter any issues or discrepancies, you can reach out to the Income Tax Department for assistance.