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Income Tax Refund Scam: Beware of Fake Links, Department Warns Taxpayers

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News18•25-02-2026, 17:31

Income Tax Refund Scam: Beware of Fake Links, Department Warns Taxpayers

•Cybercriminals exploit tax refund delays, sending fake messages to trick taxpayers.
•Scammers send SMS/emails with links to fraudulent websites, asking for PAN, bank details, and OTP.
•Income Tax Department warns it never asks for bank details, PIN, or OTP via SMS/email.
•Always check refund status on the official incometax.gov.in portal.
•Do not click on suspicious links or share confidential banking information; report scams to cyber police.

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