In a move aimed at easing the compliance burden for taxpayers, the Income Tax Department has extended the due date for filing income tax returns (ITRs) for the financial year 2024–25 (assessment year 2025–26). Originally set for July 31, the new deadline now stands at September 15, 2025.
According to an official statement, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) took this decision to accommodate the significant changes introduced in the notified ITR forms. The statement highlighted that the time required for system preparedness and deployment of updated ITR utilities necessitated a longer filing window.
“This extension is expected to mitigate the concerns raised by stakeholders and provide adequate time for compliance, thereby ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the return filing process,” the CBDT said.
Kind Attention Taxpayers!
CBDT has decided to extend the due date of filing of ITRs, which are due for filing by 31st July 2025, to 15th September 2025
This extension will provide more time due to significant revisions in ITR forms, system development needs, and TDS credit… pic.twitter.com/MggvjvEiOP
— Income Tax India (@IncomeTaxIndia) May 27, 2025
System Readiness and Key Form Revisions Drive Extension
The ITR forms for AY 2025–26 have undergone major structural and content-related revisions, with the objective of simplifying the process for taxpayers, improving transparency, and facilitating precise disclosures. These updates have created a need for additional time to integrate and test the relevant systems before rollout.
Additionally, the tax department pointed out that credits from Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) statements—due by May 31—would start appearing in early June. This would have significantly reduced the effective filing period without an extension. To ensure a hassle-free experience for taxpayers, the department confirmed, “It has been decided that the due date for filing of ITRs, originally due on July 31, is extended to September 15.” A separate notification formalising the change is expected shortly.
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