Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 Updates: The ITR filing last date for AY 2025-26 (FY 2024-25) is 15th September 2025. As the deadline approaches, crores of taxpayers are wondering if the government will further extend the due date for filing of return for the financial year 2024-25. Individual taxpayers and chartered accountants say that due to portal glitches, delays in ITR processing and problems with ITR refund status, people are facing difficulty in filing income tax returns. For this reason, they are demanding more time from the government so that the filing can be completed without any mistakes.

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025: Follow our live coverage on ITR Due Date Extension 2025-26

It is worth noting that earlier the ITR deadline was 31st July 2025, but the Income Tax Department extended it to 15th September in May. At that time, the government had given extra time to the taxpayers in view of the delay in the updated ITR forms and utilities, as well as for operational preparedness. Now that the extended deadline is near again, taxpayers are hoping for an extension again, as millions of ITR filers are still waiting to file returns.

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025: Latest updates on last date, penalties and refund status

However, the government has not said anything clearly whether the income tax return filing last date will be extended beyond 15th September or not. According to the Income Tax Department website, over 5 crore ITRs have been filed so far, so compliance is on the right track. Experts believe that taxpayers should not wait under any circumstances because missing the deadline can lead to a penalty under Section 234F and refund can also be delayed. Therefore, until the official announcement is made, the safest way is to complete your ITR filing as soon as possible.

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09:40 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

What happens if ITR filing is missed by September 15?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers must remember that filing income tax returns (ITR) 2025 after the official ITR filing deadline September 15 will attract a penalty. If total income exceeds Rs 5 lakh, the penalty is Rs 5,000. For income below Rs 5 lakh, the late fee is Rs 1,000.

Even if the income tax due date 2025 is missed, taxpayers can still file a belated return or revised return up to December 31, 2025 for AY 2025-26. Beyond this, the Income Tax Department has provided the option to file an updated return (ITR-U) until March 31, 2030, giving taxpayers up to four years to correct or file their return.

With the ITR deadline extension 2025 demand growing, taxpayers are advised not to rely only on an extension and should file before the last date to avoid penalties and interest.

09:10 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

Can you file ITR after expiry of due date?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Yes, even if you fail to file income tax return (ITR) within the official ITR filing due date 2025, there is still a chance to comply. You can file a belated return until December 31, 2025 for AY 2025-26, with a penalty of up to Rs 5,000.

Even after that, the Income Tax Department allows you to file an updated return within 48 months (four years) from the end of the relevant assessment year. This updated return provision gives taxpayers another opportunity, but interest and penalties may apply.

As the ITR deadline extension 2025 debate continues, taxpayers are advised not to delay and risk fines, late fees, or notices from the department.

08:33 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

ITR Filing 2025 Deadline Extension: BJP MP PP Chaudhary writes to Finance Minister seeking more time for taxpayers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The demand for extending the ITR filing deadline 2025 is getting stronger. PP Chaudhary, BJP MP from Pali, Rajasthan, has also written to the government on behalf of the Tax Bar Association, Jodhpur, seeking an extension of the income tax due dates.

With just 3 more days left for the ITR last date AY 2025-26, taxpayers and professionals continue to face portal glitches, leading to slow filing. After multiple appeals from chartered accountants and individual taxpayers, this fresh political push seems to be increasing expectations that the Income Tax Department may announce new ITR filing dates.

08:11 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: ITR due date extension calls intensify

With just 3 more days to go for the ITR filing deadline 2025, Bhartruhari Mahatab, BJP MP from Cuttack, Odisha and chairperson of the Finance Committee of Parliament, has urged the government to extend the last date. On behalf of the All Odisha Tax Advocates Association (AOTAA), he has written a letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman requesting an extension of the income tax due date for filing the Tax Audit Report for AY 2025-26.

08:03 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

ITR Filing Deadline 2025: BJP MPs demand govt announce new income tax return due date

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: After several chartered accountants and individual taxpayers sought an extension of the ITR filing deadline 2025, the demand is now gaining political support. Two BJP MPs have also urged the government and the Income Tax Department to announce new dates for ITR filing.

With the current income tax due date just days away and many taxpayers struggling with portal glitches, pressure is mounting on the government to consider another ITR due date extension.

06:47 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

ITR due date extension likely? Check latest updates on portal glitches, daily filing numbers and more

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: With just 3 days left for the ITR filing deadline 2025, the pressure on taxpayers is rising. So far, only 5.7 crore income tax returns have been filed. Daily ITR filings remain around 20 lakh. Many users are allegedly facing income tax portal glitches, resulting in probably smaller number of daily filings. This has increased speculation about a possible ITR due date extension 2025, as millions of taxpayers still need to complete their returns.

06:25 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

Is income tax return deadline is on the cards as ITR filing speed is too slow

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: On September 12, a little over 20 lakh people filed their income tax returns (ITRs), which is an indication that the Income Tax Department will probably fall short of last year’s ITR filing numbers at the close of the due date. Last year, over 7.24 crore taxpayers filed their ITRs till July 31, which was the deadline for AY 2024-25. The slow ITR filing this year suggests the overall filings might remain below 7 crore by September 15, less than last year’s figure.

06:17 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

ITR Filing 2025: Despite portal glitches, taxpayers report lightning-fast refunds – some in just 50 minutes

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Many CAs and individual taxpayers filing ITR for AY 2025-26 are allegedly facing portal glitches and expressing their angst on social media. At the same time, some users are praising the tax department for their efficiency as they got super-fast refunds. In certain cases, refunds have been credited the same day, with a few claiming it took just 50 minutes.

06:08 (IST) 13 Sep 2025

ITR filing deadline latest updates: Taxpayers complain of technical issues, portal glitches – Income tax dept replies

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Many tax professionals and individual taxpayers are posting on social media about technical glitches, issues with receiving OTPs, and accessing the TRACES portal. They are also facing problems with accessing Annual Information Statement (AIS), Form 26AS, and Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS).

In response, the Income Tax Department has said that everything is “working fine” and its checks show that the e-filing portal is also working fine. “You may please try again after clearing your browser cache or by using an alternate browser,” it writes on ‘X’.

23:00 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

It may take up to 9 months to receive ITR refund in bank account

According to the Income Tax Department’s claim, usually the refund is received within 4 to 6 weeks after e-filing and e-verification. But the Income Tax Department legally has up to 9 months after the end of the entire financial year to process income tax refunds of assessees. That is, even if you have filed early, it is not guaranteed that the refund will be received immediately.

22:04 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Govt extended ITR filing due date in May but 2.5 crore returns yet to be processed

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The Centre in May this gave a relief to taxpayers by extending the income tax return original deadline from July 31 to September 15, 2025. As of September 11, around 5.49 crore ITRs were filed, which according to experts is not the figure what the Income Tax Department would have expected. Last year, the number of ITRs filed till the deadline date of July 31 stood at 7.24 crore. This year, it was expected that around 8 crore taxpayers would file ITRs by September 15.

21:18 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

You cannot show these income sources in ITR-1

– Income from business or profession

If your income is from a business or profession, then you cannot use ITR-1. For this, you will have to opt for ITR-3 or ITR-4.

-Capital gains (from sale of shares, mutual funds, property)

Short-term or long-term capital gains from the sale of shares, mutual fund units or real estate cannot be filed in ITR-1. In such cases, ITR-2 or ITR-3 will have to be filled.

– Income from more than one house property

ITR-1 is valid only for reporting income (or loss) from one house property. If you have income from two or more properties, then you will have to fill ITR-2 or ITR-3.

– Income from lottery, horse racing or gaming

Lottery, horse racing, game show or other speculative income cannot be shown in ITR-1. Different tax rules apply to these incomes and require ITR-2.

– Foreign income or property

If you have any foreign income or you have property located abroad, then ITR-1 is not valid for you. In such cases, ITR-2 or ITR-3 has to be filed.

– Agricultural income more than Rs 5,000

Agricultural income up to Rs 5,000 can be shown in ITR-1. But if your agricultural income is more than this, then ITR-1 cannot be used.

– Resident but not ordinarily resident (RNOR) or non-resident

ITR-1 is only for Resident Individual. Non-Resident Indian (NRI) or Resident but Not Ordinarily Resident (RNOR) cannot use this form.

– Total income more than Rs 50 lakh

If your total income is more than Rs 50 lakh, you will not be able to use ITR-1. Such taxpayers will have to fill ITR-2 or other appropriate form.

20:20 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Common reasons why you have still not received income tax refund

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: If you are among the taxpayers who have already filed their tax returns and haven’t received your income tax refund yet, these could be one of the reasons:

– Unvalidated bank account – Refunds are issued only to pre-validated accounts

– Mismatch in details – Your bank account name doesn’t match your PAN records

– Incorrect IFSC code – A wrong code entered while filing blocks the transfer

– Closed or inactive account – Refunds can’t be credited to non-operational accounts

– PAN–Aadhaar not linked – If your PAN is inoperative, refunds are on hold until linking is done

19:39 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Will there be ITR filing due date extension? Govt is still silent

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: No official statement has been given by the Income Tax Department or the government on the ITR filing extension possibility so far. Experts believe that in view of the ITR filing numbers of 2025 so far, taxpayers should file returns on time and have less expectations that the government would stretch the ITR due date.

18:59 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR Filing 2025: How to file ITR with step-by-step process

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: There is a simple process to file ITR. The taxpayer first has to keep the income details and Form 16 ready. Then login to the Income tax e-filing portal and select the ITR form. After this, verification has to be done by filling the details. According to the ITR verification update, 5.15 crore ITRs have been verified so far. But the deadline is near, so it is important to file ITR as soon as possible.

18:55 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Ahead of ITR filing due date, concern of refund delay increased

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: It is clear from the ITR processing status 2025 that only 3.66 crore ITRs have been processed so far. This means that taxpayers who have already filed and verified ITR may also face refund delay. Taxpayers are hoping that the ITR last date is extended so that processing can be smoother.

17:33 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

CAs demand: At least 15-30 days extension in income tax return filing due date

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Chartered accountants say that the Income Tax Department should extend the ITR filing deadline. CAs believe that many taxpayers still do not have the data ready and are facing difficulty in filing returns due to system glitches. Therefore, there is a demand that ITR filing extension should be given at least 15 to 30 days. Now everyone’s eyes are on the government on ITR filing extension news.

17:27 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing speed slower than last year as portal glitches hit tax returns

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: ITR filing numbers 2025 are still not increasing as expected amidst report of technical glitches on the e-filing portal. Last year, about 7.24 crore ITRs were filed before the deadline of July 31. This year too, the target is the same, but so far, only 5.48 crore returns have been filed. Only 4 days are left, so filing 2.5 crore ITRs is a bit of an ambitious target. Experts believe that there is a possibility of ITR filing extension.

17:19 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing deadline 2025: Will the government extend the last date?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: ITR filing deadline 2025 is now just 3 days away. Taxpayers and chartered accountants have constantly been demanding another extension in the income tax return filing deadline. The current deadline is September 15. So far this year, 5.48 crore ITRs have been filed and 5.15 crore ITRs have been verified. But only 3.66 crore returns have been processed. Those awaiting refunds may have to wait. In such a situation, the question is whether the Income Tax Department will give an extension once again?

16:26 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: How late filers risk invalid returns

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers often forget that filing an ITR is incomplete without e-verification. If the return is not verified within 30 days, it becomes invalid. With the September 15 deadline near, lakhs of taxpayers may miss this step in their hurry. Experts warn that invalid returns mean refund delays and extra penalties.

15:54 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

With 3 days for the deadline, ITR filing facing technical glitches

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Days before the ITR deadline, taxpayers are facing technical glitches in filing of their return for the assessment year 2025-26. Many assessees took to social media to vent their anger against the portal not working smoothly. Taxpayers and CAs are not able to access Annual Information Statement (AIS), Form 26AS, and Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS). Many tax experts have been flagging these concerns for some time now but now the issue seems to be worsening.

15:31 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Income tax return 2025: Refund delays biggest fear among taxpayers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: One of the biggest worries for taxpayers filing close to the September 15 deadline is refund delays. Experts say late filings get processed slower, and errors due to last-minute rush only add to the delay. Many taxpayers are hoping for an ITR deadline extension 2025 to avoid this anxiety.

15:26 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025: Why CAs call this year toughest amid many challenges

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Chartered accountant associations say AY 2025-26 has been one of the toughest years for ITR filing due to multiple challenges. Delay in release of forms, frequent portal glitches, mismatch in AIS data, and a shortened filing window have made the process stressful. With the September 15 deadline closing in, they argue for an ITR deadline extension.

15:09 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: Millions of taxpayers await income tax return filing deadline extension

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Despite 5.48 crore returns filed so far, nearly 2.5 crore are still expected. With only a few days left, taxpayers are anxious about portal overload and penalties. The delayed start of filing this year has made things worse. Unless the government extends the ITR deadline, crores may rush in the final hours.

14:43 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Income Tax Return Deadline AY 2025-26: How many ITRs processed so far

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: As many as 3,66,61,906 verified income tax returns (ITRs) have been processed by the Income Tax Department until September 11, 2025, according to official data. Now with only 4 more days to go for the due date, the ITR processing speed seems to be slow especially when around 5.48 crore people have filed their income tax returns (ITRs).

14:36 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Income Tax Return Deadline AY 2025-26: How many ITRs have been filed so far?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: As many as 5,47,93,630 income tax returns have been filed until September 11, 2025, according to data published on the Income Tax Department’s portal. Now with 4 more days to go, it is expected that the tax department would like to see this figure touch 8 crore as last year around 7.24 crore returns were filed by the time deadline came to a close on July 31, 2024.

14:27 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline: Common mistakes that can cost taxpayers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: In the rush to file, many taxpayers make mistakes like entering wrong bank details, ignoring interest income, or mismatching Form 26AS data. Such errors can delay refunds or even invite notices. Chartered accountants say mistakes tend to rise close to the ITR deadline as taxpayers file under pressure. An extension could reduce these errors, they said.

13:30 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: How new income tax laws will change filing next year

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: From next financial year, ITR filing will change as the new Income Tax Bill 2025, passed in the monsoon session of Parliament, comes into effect. The government looks to simplify ITR process, introduce clearer categories, and align filing with the new tax regime rules. Taxpayers should be ready for a different filing experience in AY 2026-27.

12:50 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Income tax return filing 2025: ITR deadline AY 2025-26 extended by govt but taxpayers got fewer weeks to comply

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in May extended the ITR due date from July 31 to September 15, but taxpayers actually got fewer weeks to complete their tax filing responsibility than the usual. Usually, income tax return filing begins in early April and ends in July, giving people almost a 4-month window for filing of their returns. This year, income tax return (ITR) filing actually began with release of Excel-based utility for ITR-1 on May 30. The CBDT later released other corresponding utilities in a phased manner, giving taxpayers probably less time than what was required.

12:32 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing: Reasons why the govt extended the due date for filing of income tax return 2 months before the original deadline

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: This year, ITR forms and e-filing utilities were notified and made available much later than usual, leaving taxpayers with less time to prepare. Chartered accountants say this delay created a backlog, and now lakhs are rushing to meet the September 15 ITR deadline. Many argue that the late rollout itself justifies an ITR deadline extension 2025.