NPCI introduces real time PAN-Bank Account linking on income tax website; taxpayers may get faster income tax refunds

NPCI has launched a new PAN and Bank Account Validation API for government departments, enabling real-time verification of taxpayer details directly from banks' Core Banking Systems. This initiative aims to streamline income tax refunds and direct benefit transfers by ensuring faster, error-free processing and reducing fraud risks. Banks are advised to prioritize implementation for the Government of India.