Beware of fake IT refund scams, warns TGCSBThe Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has warned taxpayers about fake Income Tax refund scams during the filing season, where fraudsters impersonate officials through SMS, emails, and phishing links to steal sensitive information. By Telangana Today Published Date - 30 July 2026, 01:49 PMHyderabad: The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has issued a public advisory warning citizens against fake Income Tax refund scams during the ongoing income tax filing season. The bureau cautioned citizens that cyber crooks are impersonating Income Tax Department officials to steal money, banking credentials and sensitive personal information. According to the advisory, fraudsters are sending deceptive SMS messages and emails claiming that an Income Tax refund has been approved. It also urged taxpayers to access Income Tax services only through official government websites.