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.

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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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12:13 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025: Why different taxpayers have different due dates

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Not all taxpayers share the September 15 deadline. For salaried individuals without audit requirements, the last date was July 31, 2025. For those needing audit of their book of accounts, the deadline is October 31, 2025. Taxpayers with transfer pricing reports get time until November 30, 2025. September 15 applies to select categories, yet lakhs are confused about their exact due date.

12:01 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: 4 days to go for income tax return due date – penalty for missing September 15 deadline

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers who fail to file by September 15 will have to pay a late fee under section 234F – up to Rs 5,000. For those with income below Rs 5 lakh, the fine is capped at Rs 1,000. In addition, interest under sections 234A, 234B, and 234C may apply. Missing the deadline also delays refunds and disallows loss carry-forward.

11:23 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Filing ITR for first time? Step-by-step guide to file before the September 15 deadline

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: To file your return, log in to the income tax e-filing portal, choose the correct ITR form, pre-fill data from Form 26AS and AIS, cross-check income details, and compute tax liability. Once done, submit and verify your return within 30 days.

Missing verification makes the ITR invalid. As the deadline nears, anxiety is high among taxpayers as many are allegedly struggling with technical glitches and mismatch errors.

11:16 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing deadline 2025: Still confused which ITR form to use? Different forms for different taxpayers explained

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: As a taxpayer you must choose the correct ITR form to avoid rejection and refund delays. Salaried individuals generally file ITR-1 or ITR-2, while business professionals use ITR-3 or ITR-4. Companies and firms file ITR-5, 6, or 7. Filing with the wrong form can make your return invalid. With the September 15 deadline approaching, tax experts say mistakes in selecting forms may rise due to last-minute rush.

09:18 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline 2025: Will taxpayers be left stranded?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: As the deadline approaches, uncertainty looms. Taxpayers fear that if the portal glitch problem grows further or filings cannot be completed in time, crores may be left stranded without an option. Anxiety is high, and the pressure on the government to extend the ITR deadline 2025 is increasing with each passing day.

08:31 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: THESE mistakes can lead to invalid returns, no refunds

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Tax experts have cautioned taxpayers that hasty filing under pressure of the September 15 deadline can lead to mistakes like incorrect income details or skipping verification. Such errors may result in invalid returns and refund delays. Taxpayers are advised that they should not commit technical mistakes due to deadline pressure.

07:35 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline: Around 2.5 crore taxpayers expected to file – is due date extension on the cards?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Around 2.5 crore returns are expected to be filed and only 4 days left for the September 15 deadline. This means more than 63 lakh taxpayers must file every day, which looks nearly impossible. The anxiety among taxpayers is evident as they wait for an official update on ITR deadline extension 2025.

07:22 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025: Last-minute rush could cause panic among return filers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Experts warn that leaving ITR filing for the last day could lead to chaos. The income tax portal is already showing signs of overload, as per CAs’ claims and taxpayers fear more issues if millions log in together before September 15. Panic among filers is growing, and pressure for ITR deadline extension 2025 is mounting.

06:55 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: CAs seek due return filing due date extension as deadline nears

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Chartered accountants say they are working day and night to file returns before the September 15 ITR deadline. With portal errors, mismatch issues, and bulk filings pending, stress levels are at an all-time high. Many worry they will not be able to meet client demand without an ITR deadline extension 2025.

06:26 (IST) 12 Sep 2025

Will govt extend ITR filing last date to 15 October? ATBA seeks 30-day extension

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The Advocates Tax Bar Association (ATBA) has sought 30-day extension in the income tax return (ITR) filing deadline till October 15. Other CA bodies like the Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (KSCAA), the central council (CIRC) of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India have also asked the government to consider stretching the last date, citing technical difficulties and portal glitches for return filers.

23:04 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Income tax return due date extension likely amid ‘technical difficulties’?

Several trade and professional bodies have written to the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) appealing to extend the deadline.

Problems on the portal are also a headache for common taxpayers. Both professional bodies and taxpayers are hoping that CBDT will give relief this time too,and the date of September 15 will be extended. However, there has been no official statement from the government on this yet.

21:39 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Income tax deadline 2025: How many ITRs have been filed so far?

A total of 5.30 crore returns have been filed, according to data updated on the portal of the Income Tax Department till September 10. Out of these, 4.99 crore income tax returns have been verified and around 3.58 crore returns have been processed. However, there are still crores of returns to be filed and it is interesting to see how many more returns get filed till the September 15 deadline.

20:10 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline 2025: How many returns have been filed so far?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: India’s tax filing season is facing a steep climb. As of September 10, the Income Tax Department has logged 5.3 crore ITRs. Out of these, 4.99 crore income tax returns have been verified and around 3.58 crore returns have been processed.

19:16 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline 2025: Is the Monday deadline for all taxpayers?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: If you have circled September 15 on your calendar as the last date to file ITR, here’s a reality check – that deadline doesn’t apply to all taxpayers. The Income Tax Department has set different timelines depending on who you are and how complex your finances are.

For most individual taxpayers, salaried employees and those whose accounts don’t need an audit, the due date for Assessment Year 2025-26 is indeed September 15. But if your books require an audit, say, you run a business with significant turnover or are a professional with larger receipts, you get extra time. Your deadline falls on October 31.

Companies and taxpayers involved in international or specified domestic transactions, which call for a transfer pricing report, have till November 30.

18:42 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline 2025: Will government ignore taxpayers’ demand for due date relief?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Millions of taxpayers are anxiously waiting for a government decision on extending the ITR deadline. While chartered accountants highlight genuine issues like data mismatch in Form 26AS and AIS, the government has so far not indicated any relief. Anxiety is high as taxpayers fear both penalties and refund delays if they somehow fail to meet the deadline amid alleged technical glitches and other technical problems.

18:32 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Income tax deadline 2025: What if you miss the Sept 15 deadline – penalties and interest on tax due

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers who miss the September 15 ITR deadline may face penalties of up to Rs 5,000, along with interest on unpaid taxes. Chartered accountants say many small taxpayers are panicking as they cannot keep up with technical errors while filing. Fear of financial loss is pushing them to demand an ITR deadline extension 2025.

18:12 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Govt extended income tax deadline by 46 days for non-audit taxpayers in May – more relief possible?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers who come under non-audit category are hoping for one more Income Tax Return deadline extension in 2025, but the government usually resists such requests unless there are major disruptions, what the past trends suggest.

Last year, the ITR deadline was not extended beyond July 31 despite demands. This year, similar pressure is building, with taxpayers as well as tax professionals citing portal glitch and other process-related issues. The Income Tax Department, however, continues to remind people to file early and avoid last-minute rush.

18:10 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025 latest: With crores of returns still to be filed, will ITR filing due date extend?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The income tax e-filing portal has faced technical glitches in past years whenever filing numbers spiked. With 2.7 crore returns yet to be filed in 5 days, taxpayers fear another portal crash. Such a situation could leave lakhs of taxpayers stranded past the September 15 ITR deadline. The anxiety has sparked strong demands for ITR deadline extension 2025.

16:52 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR deadline extension 2025: Fear of missing last date rises among taxpayers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: With just 5 days left for the September 15 ITR deadline, taxpayers are wondering if the government will extend the ITR filing deadline or not. Many taxpayers worry about missing the last date due to portal glitches and last-minute rush. Chartered accountants warn that refunds may be delayed for lakhs of people if returns are filed in a hurry. Fear of penalties under section 234F is also making taxpayers nervous. Will the ITR deadline be extended in 2025, or will crores face consequences?

15:57 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Income tax return filing last date: Why you should not wait for deadline extension

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Even though there are demands from various quarters on extending the ITR deadline 2025, taxpayers are advised not to wait. Missing the September 15 deadline can result in fines, interest and refund delays. Moreover, if the government does not extend the date, last-minute filers could also face portal slowdown. Experts say filing early is the safest option.

15:45 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: Overload on e-filing portal ahead of deadline?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: For years, taxpayers have been facing a common issue of technical glitches on the e-filing portal of the Income Tax Department, especially days ahead of the deadline. Experts are of the view that the problem still persists, though now less frequent. As the September 15 ITR deadline approaches, the e-filing portal is facing heavy traffic. Many taxpayers report slow login, failed OTPs, and timeout errors.

The Income Tax Department has urged people not to wait till the last day, but with crores of taxpayers still pending, portal overload is expected. Calls for ITR deadline extension 2025 are getting louder.

15:23 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR Filing AY 2025-26 last date September 15 – Is extension unlikely?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Despite growing demands from taxpayers, some tax experts believe the government will not extend the September 15 ITR deadline 2025. They argue that the Income Tax Department has already given enough time (46 days from the original deadline of July 31) and the filing numbers suggest that the situation is not alarming since 5.3 crore ITRs have already been filed, which means at least numbers are on track compared to previous years. Experts advise taxpayers not to wait for an announcement and complete filing as soon as possible.

14:46 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR filing 2025: More than 54 lakh returns needed daily over 5 days to reach 8 crore tax returns goal

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Based on trends of previous years, it is expected that around 8 crore income tax returns (ITRs) may be filed by September 15, 2025. As of September 10, around 5.30 crore tax returns were filed, which means that over the next 5 days about 2.7 crore more ITRs must be filed to achieve the objective. It comes to 54 lakh returns daily for the next 5 days.

But daily filings are currently only around 16–19 lakh. Unless the pace improves sharply, achieving this target will be difficult. This has given rise to fresh debate on whether the ITR deadline 2025 should be extended.

14:05 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

September 15 ITR deadline 2025: Penalties for missing last date

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers who miss the September 15 deadline for ITR filing may have to pay a penalty of Rs 5,000. If their income is below Rs 5 lakh, the penalty is Rs 1,000. Apart from fines, late filers may also face interest charges under sections 234A, 234B and 234C. Refund delays are another problem. That’s why tax experts are advising people not to wait for an extension and file immediately.

13:29 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025: Portal glitches and 26AS mismatch trouble filers, reports say

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Several taxpayers are complaining about mismatch in Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS), as per reports citing various social media accounts of taxpayers. These mismatches cause errors while submitting returns. Tax professionals say e-filing portal glitches make the process slower. With the September 15 ITR deadline coming close, these alleged issues have led to rising calls for ITR deadline extension 2025.

13:02 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Income tax deadline 2025: Refund delays worry taxpayers

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: One major concern with filing ITR close to the September 15 deadline is refund delays. Tax experts keep saying that filing late your ITR may increase the chances of errors and verification issues, which in result can push your refunds by months. Taxpayers believe an extension of the ITR deadline for AY 2025-26 could ease the burden.

12:46 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR Filing Deadline: Key differences between audit and non-audit tax filing and deadlines for both categories in AY 2025-26

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Some individuals and businesses falling under specific categories are liable to get their book of accounts audited under section 44AB. In simple terms, a tax audit becomes necessary for individuals and businesses doing business over a certain threshold. Taxpayers in audit cases must file their ITR on or before October 31, 2025.

On the other hand, non-audit taxpayers do not have this book of account audit obligation attached under the income tax laws.

For income tax assessment year 2025–26, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) extended the due date to 15 September for non-audit taxpayers, including most individuals, Hindu Undivided Family (HUFs), and other entities not subject to audit.

12:33 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

ITR deadline 2025 ending soon; taxpayers, CAs demand more time

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Many tax professionals are of the view that the September 15 deadline is unrealistic as so many taxpayers are still struggling to file due to portal errors and data mismatch. Chartered accountant associations have urged the government to extend the ITR filing deadline 2025, but no official statement has come yet.

12:03 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Govt extended income tax deadline by 46 days for non-audit taxpayers in May – more relief possible?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: Taxpayers who come under non-audit category are hoping for one more Income Tax Return deadline extension in 2025, but the government usually resists such requests unless there are major disruptions, what the past trends suggest.

Last year, the ITR deadline was not extended beyond July 31 despite demands. This year, similar pressure is building, with taxpayers as well as tax professionals citing portal glitch and other process-related issues. The Income Tax Department, however, continues to remind people to file early and avoid last-minute rush.

11:45 (IST) 11 Sep 2025

Latest updates on income tax return filing: Will govt consider extending deadline by another 30 days?

Income Tax Return Deadline Extension 2025 LIVE: The Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (KSCAA), the central council (CIRC) of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and Advocates Tax Bar Association (ATBA) have urged the Finance Ministry to consider extending the last date for filing of income tax return deadline.

The ATBA wants the Income Tax Department to extend the due date for filing of income tax return to October 15 from the current deadline of September 15, 2025. It has also sought an extension for tax audit report submission deadline till November 30, 2025.