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The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has said that the due date for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the financial year 2024–25 (assessment year 2025–26) will not be extended beyond September 15, 2025.
The statement came after fake messages circulated online claiming that the deadline had been extended to September 30.
Taking to its official handle on X (formerly Twitter), Income Tax India stated, “A fake news is in circulation stating that the due date of filing ITRs (originally due on 31.07.2025, and extended to 15.09.2025) has been further extended to 30.09.2025. The due date for filing ITRs remains 15.09.2025.”
The department further advised taxpayers to rely only on official updates and avoid
misinformation. To assist last-minute filers, the Income Tax helpdesk is functioning round-the-clock, offering support through calls, live chat, WebEx sessions, and social media.
Why timely filing matters
Filing ITR is a statutory requirement under the Income Tax Act. It allows individuals and entities to declare income, report taxes paid, and claim refunds. Timely compliance not only avoids penalties and interest but also ensures faster processing of refunds.
Additionally, ITRs serve as important
financial records for availing loans, applying for visas, or entering into business contracts.
For FY 2024–25, the September 15 deadline applies to non-audit cases, which include most salaried individuals, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and small businesses or professionals under the presumptive taxation scheme.
Late filing consequences
Taxpayers who miss the deadline face a late filing fee of up to ₹5,000, though it is capped at ₹1,000 for those with total income not exceeding ₹5 lakh.
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addition, delayed returns attract 1% interest per month on any pending tax amount. Filing in the correct form is equally crucial, as errors can render the return defective.
Steady growth in compliance
India has seen a steady rise in digital tax compliance in recent years. In assessment year 2024–25, a record 7.28 crore returns were filed, compared to 6.77 crore in the previous year, marking a 7.5% increase. Nearly 70 lakh returns were filed on July 31, 2024 alone. Importantly, over 58 lakh individuals were first-time filers.
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The statement came after fake messages circulated online claiming that the deadline had been extended to September 30.
Taking to its official handle on X (formerly Twitter), Income Tax India stated, “A fake news is in circulation stating that the due date of filing ITRs (originally due on 31.07.2025, and extended to 15.09.2025) has been further extended to 30.09.2025. The due date for filing ITRs remains 15.09.2025.”
The department further advised taxpayers to rely only on official updates and avoid
Why timely filing matters
Filing ITR is a statutory requirement under the Income Tax Act. It allows individuals and entities to declare income, report taxes paid, and claim refunds. Timely compliance not only avoids penalties and interest but also ensures faster processing of refunds.
Additionally, ITRs serve as important
For FY 2024–25, the September 15 deadline applies to non-audit cases, which include most salaried individuals, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and small businesses or professionals under the presumptive taxation scheme.
Late filing consequences
Taxpayers who miss the deadline face a late filing fee of up to ₹5,000, though it is capped at ₹1,000 for those with total income not exceeding ₹5 lakh.
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Steady growth in compliance
India has seen a steady rise in digital tax compliance in recent years. In assessment year 2024–25, a record 7.28 crore returns were filed, compared to 6.77 crore in the previous year, marking a 7.5% increase. Nearly 70 lakh returns were filed on July 31, 2024 alone. Importantly, over 58 lakh individuals were first-time filers.
Catch our LIVE coverage on income tax return here
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