Income Tax Refund 'On Hold'? Know Possible Reasons And What You Should Do Next

Key Highlights

• Taxpayers have received alerts from the Income Tax Department about refunds being on hold due to ITR discrepancies.
• The alerts are part of a risk management process implemented by the tax department.
• Affected taxpayers must file revised returns by December 31, 2025, to address the discrepancies.
• The situation has caused confusion and frustration among taxpayers, leading to discussions on social media.
• The Income Tax Department describes the alerts as routine communications to ensure accuracy.