The income tax return filing deadline for the financial year 2023-24 has been extended by 15 days, now set for December 15, 2024. 

The due date for filing returns under Section 139(1) of the Income-tax Act, 1961, for taxpayers required to submit a report under Section 92E, was November 30. 

According to an official order, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the deadline for the assessment year 2024-25. This extension applies specifically to taxpayers engaged in international transactions who must furnish reports under Section 92E.

(With PTI inputs)