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Have you e-filed your IT returns? Once you file your ITR online and verify it, the income tax department processes your tax returns. If you’re liable to receive any refunds, the IT department dispatches it only after your returns have been verified and processed.Usually, once the department has verified your IT returns, the status would show as "successfully verified,” or “successfully e-verified.” Once the processing is complete, the status changes to “ITR processed.” After the processing of your returns, the IT department usually sends you an intimation letter under Section 143 (1) . This letter informs you whether the returns you have filed are accepted and if there are any discrepancies.If you’re wondering how to check the status of your last or previous years’ IT returns, this step-by-step guide will help you.
Step 1: Visit the website of the Income Tax Department,
Step 2: Log into your account using your credentials
If this is your first time, then you have to register. First, select the user type: individual, HUF (Hindu Undivided Family), External agency, chartered accountant, tax deductor or collector, third-party utility software. You can then create an account by providing your PAN, first name, surname, date of birth, residential status.If you’re a returning user, enter your user ID, password, captcha code, and click login. Instead of the captcha code, you can also request an OTP to be sent to your registered mobile ID.
Step 3: View Returns/Forms
Once you have logged into your account, click on view income tax return /forms to get a list of all your previous years’ returns.You can get a list of the following details in a tabular format:
- ITR processed
- E-Verified
- AO (Assessing Officer) processing
- PAN
- The assessment year
- ITR/Form
- The date of filing
- ITR Filing Type
- Details of the person who filed the return
- Acknowledgment number
- And Status – It can be any one of the following:
Step 4: Click on the Acknowledgement Number to get the required details
If you need to check the details for a particular assessment year, make sure to click on the relevant acknowledgement number. You can obtain further details of the processing status and if any pending action is to be taken by the taxpayer.
- If the status is Return Uploaded, it means the department has not yet received the ITR-V receipt.
- If the status is Defective Notice under Section 139(9) issued, then it means you have received a defective notice from the IT department.
- If the status is Refund Failure, then it means the refund has failed.
Step 5: Download the Form for your Records
If required, you can download the relevant ITR-V or XML form in PDF format for your records.That's it. You can follow the five steps listed above to view the status of your previous years' IT returns and take appropriate action if any.
FAQS - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How to download previous years ITR Acknowledgement ?
To access your previously filed income tax returns on the e-Filing portal, follow these three easy steps.
Firstly, log in using your valid user ID and password.
Secondly, click on the "e-File" tab, then "Income Tax Returns”, and finally, "View Filed returns." This will lead you to a page where you can access all your previously filed returns.
The view Filed Returns page provides you with an organized and detailed overview of your tax return history, including the assessment year, acknowledgement number, and date of filing.
It's a convenient way to keep track of your tax filing status and ensure that you have filed all your returns correctly and on time.
How to check ITR Status with Pan number ?
To check the status of your income tax refund, it is crucial to have your PAN (Permanent Account Number) and assessment year handy. You can check the refund status online through two different methods: the Income Tax E-filing Portal and the TIN NSDL Portal.
Here are the steps to follow when checking refund status through the Income Tax E-filing Portal:
Go to the official e-Filing portal.
Log in using your User ID/PAN/Aadhar, password, Date of Birth, or Date of Incorporation.
Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen.
Proceed to the 'My Account' section.
Click on the 'Refund/Demand Status' option to view the status of your income tax refund.
Here are the steps to follow when checking refund status through the TIN NSDL Website:
Go to the official TIN NSDL website at https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/oltas/refund-status-pan.html.
Enter your PAN, Assessment Year, and Captcha.
Click on 'Proceed' to check the status of the refund.
By following these steps, you can easily check the status of your income tax refund online.
How to check ITR status without login ?
To check the status of your Income Tax Refund (ITR) on the e-Filing portal without login,follow these simple steps:
Go to the homepage of the e-Filing portal.
Click on the option that says "Income Tax Return (ITR) Status".
On the next page, enter your acknowledgement number and a valid mobile number.
Click on the "Continue" button.
After that, you will receive a 6-digit OTP on your mobile number that you entered in the previous step.
Enter the OTP on the page and click "Submit".
By following these steps, you can easily check the status of your Income Tax Return (ITR) on the e-Filing portal.
What to do if your ITR is not processed ?
Normally, the CDC processes income tax refund within 20-45 days after processing your ITR. However if it takes longer time than usual you can follow these steps :
The first thing to do is to visit the official e-filing portal or NSDL and check the status of your refund.
You will need to enter your PAN and Assessment Year details to check your status.
Depending on the status, you may need to resubmit your returns, wait a little longer, or contact the jurisdictional assessing officer to find out the reason for the delay.
If you find yourself in need of assistance, there is a dedicated Notification and Processing center that you can contact. They can be reached at 18001034455 or +91-80-46605200, from Monday to Friday between 8 AM to 8 PM. Alternatively, you can email them at refunds@incometaxindia.gov.in. They are available to answer any queries or doubts that you may have.
How many backdated ITR can be filed ?
According to Section 139(4) of the Income Tax Act, if you fail to file your income tax return by the due date, you can still do so before the end of the relevant assessment year by paying a late fee. For instance, for the assessment year 2023-24 (pertaining to the financial year 2022-23), a return filed after the due date can be submitted until 31 March 2019. However, the time limit for filing a belated return has been modified, and the new deadline is three months before the end of the assessment year. Therefore, for the financial year 2023 -24 a belated return can be filed until December 24.
What is the maximum time for processing ITR ?
According to section 143(1) of the Income-tax Act, the Income-tax department, whether through the Centralized Processing Centre (CPC) or the jurisdictional officers, is responsible for processing income-tax returns. This processing must be completed within the stipulated time frame, which is one year from the end of the financial year in which the return of income was filed.
In simpler terms, if a taxpayer files their income-tax return for the financial year 2022-23 on or before the due date of 31st July 2023, the Income-tax department has until the end of the financial year 2023-24 (i.e., 31st March 2024) to process the return. This time limit ensures that taxpayers receive timely updates on the status of their returns, including any tax refunds they may be entitled to.
What is the penalty for paying ITR late ?
If you miss the deadline for filing your Income Tax Return (ITR), you may have to pay a penalty of up to Rs 5,000. However, there is some respite for small taxpayers whose total income does not exceed Rs 5 lakh. For such taxpayers, the maximum penalty for delay in filing their ITR will be capped at Rs 1,000.
The information contained herein is generic in nature and is meant for educational purposes only. Nothing here is to be construed as an investment or financial or taxation advice nor to be considered as an invitation or solicitation or advertisement for any financial product. Readers are advised to exercise discretion and should seek independent professional advice prior to making any investment decision in relation to any financial product. Aditya Birla Capital Group is not liable for any decision arising out of the use of this information.
