📢 Income Tax Update: Due Date for Filing ITR Extended to 15th September 2025

🗓️ New ITR Deadline Alert for AY 2025-26

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has officially extended the due date to file Income Tax Returns (ITR) for certain taxpayers for the Assessment Year 2025-26. If you were originally supposed to file your return by 31st July 2025, you now have extra time — until 15th September 2025.

🧐 Who Does This Apply To?

This extension applies to non-audit cases, which means:

• Most salaried individuals

• Freelancers or professionals who do not require a tax audit

• Small businesses not under audit

• Other taxpayers falling under clause (c) of Explanation 2 to Section 139(1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961

If you usually file your return by 31st July, this is likely relevant to you.

📝 What Was the Old Date vs. New Date?

✅ What Should You Do?

Even with this extension, don’t delay filing unnecessarily. Here’s why:

• Avoid last-minute website crashes

• Get faster processing and refunds

• Maintain good tax compliance records

• Avoid potential penalties or notices for mismatches later

👉 It's always best to file early and use the extra time for accuracy, not procrastination.

💡 Why Was the Date Extended?

CBDT hasn't provided a detailed reason in the notification, but typically, such extensions are made due to:

• Technical updates to the income tax portal

• Requests from tax professionals and associations

• Ease of compliance for taxpayers

🚀 How to File Easily?

You can use:

• The official Income Tax e-Filing Portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in

• Certified tax filing apps and platforms

• Chartered accountants or tax return preparers (TRPs)

🧾 Gather these before filing:

• Form 16

• TDS certificates

• Bank and investment statements

• PAN & Aadhaar

❗ What Happens If You Still Miss the Extended Deadline?

If you fail to file by 15th September 2025, you may:

• Face late fees up to ₹5,000

• Lose eligibility to carry forward certain losses

• Risk receiving a tax notice from the IT Department

📌 Final Words

This extension is a welcome relief, especially for those who may need more time to organize documents or resolve issues on the income tax portal. But don’t treat it as an excuse to delay. Start preparing now and file before the rush.

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