Income tax refund 25/26

I filed itr 2 new regime on 11 August

Still not processed though I paid self assessment tax & no refund

Delay in refunds for AY 2025-26:

• Processing times vary; the CPC has up to 9 months from the end of the FY in which the return was filed. Delays this year were linked to the extended due date (15 September 2025) and risk-based checks on deductions claimed (especially under the old regime). Check for any "Response required" items in e-Proceedings.

There is no confirmed general rule that ITRs filed under the old tax regime are being held back. Refunds can take longer where the return is still being processed under section 143(1), is selected for verification, or has a mismatch in tax-credit or bank details. Check the return’s processing status and any notice or communication on the e-filing portal; the filing month or tax regime alone does not establish the reason for delay.

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