Refund & Return Policy

Clear guidelines on refund eligibility, process, and timelines for all KATOS services.

Refund Processing: Within 10 Working Days

Once your refund request is approved and meets our policy conditions, we process refunds within 10 working days.

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Last Updated: March 15, 2024

1. Refund Policy Overview

At KATOS INDIA PVT LTD, we strive to ensure complete customer satisfaction with our services. This Refund Policy outlines the conditions under which refunds may be issued for transactions made through the KATOS App.

Key Refund Policy: Refunds are processed within 10 working days from the date of approval, provided the request meets all our refund policy conditions. The refund will be credited to the original payment method used for the transaction.

2. Service-Specific Refund Guidelines

Refund eligibility varies based on the type of service. Below are the refund conditions for each KATOS service:

Generally Eligible

Digital Payments

Refunds for failed transactions, double charges, or incorrect payments. Must be reported within 24 hours.

Processing Time: 3-7 working days

Conditional

Local Shopping

Refunds for damaged/wrong items, missing orders, or quality issues. Must be reported within 2 hours of delivery.

Processing Time: 5-10 working days

Limited Eligibility

Food Ordering

Refunds only for order cancellations before preparation or undelivered orders. No refunds for taste preferences.

Processing Time: 2-5 working days

Conditional

Ride Booking

Refunds for cancelled rides by driver, technical errors, or incorrect charges. Must be reported immediately.

Processing Time: 3-7 working days

3. Refund Eligibility Conditions

To qualify for a refund, your request must meet the following conditions:

Valid Transaction

Transaction must be verified and recorded in our system with a valid transaction ID.

Timely Reporting

Refund requests must be submitted within the specified time limit for each service type.

Service Failure

Clear evidence of service failure, non-delivery, or technical error from our side.

No Policy Violation

Transaction must not violate our Terms of Service or be involved in fraudulent activity.

Non-Refundable Situations: Refunds are not provided for change of mind, incorrect order placement by user, satisfactory services delivered as described, or transactions completed more than 30 days ago.

4. Refund Request Process

Follow these steps to request a refund:

1
Initiate Request

Go to Order History in the KATOS App and select "Request Refund" on the specific transaction.

2
Provide Details

Fill the refund request form with transaction details and reason for refund.

3
Submit Evidence

Upload supporting documents, screenshots, or photos as evidence.

4
Review & Approval

Our team reviews your request (typically within 24-48 hours).

5
Refund Processing

Once approved, refund is processed within 10 working days.

5. Refund Processing Timeline

Our standard refund processing timeline is as follows:

  • Step 1: Refund request submission and acknowledgment - Immediately
  • Step 2: Initial review and verification - Within 24-48 hours
  • Step 3: Approval/Rejection decision - Within 3 working days
  • Step 4: Refund initiation after approval - Within 24 hours
  • Step 5: Fund credit to your account - Within 10 working days

Important: The 10-working-day timeline begins from the date your refund is approved, not from the date of request submission. Banking delays may occasionally extend this period by 1-2 additional days.

6. Refund Methods

Refunds are issued through the original payment method:

6.1 Payment Method Refunds

  • UPI Payments: Refunded to the same UPI ID within 2-5 working days
  • Credit/Debit Cards: Refunded to the same card within 5-10 working days
  • Net Banking: Refunded to the same bank account within 5-10 working days
  • KATOS Wallet: Refunded to wallet balance immediately upon approval
  • Cash on Delivery: Refunded via bank transfer (provide bank details)

6.2 Currency & Amount

All refunds are processed in Indian Rupees (INR) only. The refund amount will be the transaction value minus any applicable cancellation charges or service fees as per our terms.

7. Dispute Resolution

If you disagree with our refund decision:

  1. Escalation: Contact our customer support team with additional evidence
  2. Review: Senior team reviews the case within 3 working days
  3. Final Decision: You will receive a final decision with explanation
  4. External Assistance: For unresolved disputes, you may contact consumer forums

8. Contact Information

For refund-related queries or assistance:

Refund & Customer Support Team

Registered Office Address:
CF-1107, Fusion Ufairia, Sector 16B,
Greater Noida West, Gautam Buddha Nagar,
Uttar Pradesh, India - 201318

Email: refunds@katos.in

Refund Helpline: +91 8434623937 (Mon-Sat, 9AM-7PM)

In-App Support: Available 24/7 through the KATOS App

Response Time: We respond to refund queries within 24 hours on business days

9. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this Refund Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. We will notify users of material changes through the KATOS App or via email.

Your continued use of our Services after any modification to this Refund Policy constitutes your acceptance of the modified policy.

By using the KATOS App and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Refund Policy.

For immediate refund assistance, contact us at refunds@katos.in or call our refund helpline at +91 70919 59527