Important update for taxpayers! While the government has extended the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for some categories of taxpayers this year, not everyone is covered under this extension. If you fall in the category where the deadline remains unchanged, it is crucial to file your returns on time — or risk facing hefty penalties.
Here’s everything you need to know about who benefits from the extension, who doesn’t, and the revised schedule for ITR filing in 2025.
Who Gets an Extension on ITR Filing?
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the deadline to September 15, 2025, for those taxpayers not required to get their accounts audited. This includes:
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Most salaried individuals
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Freelancers or small business owners below the audit threshold
These taxpayers were originally required to file ITR by July 31, 2025 — but now they can do so up until September 15, 2025, without penalty.
Why Was the Deadline Extended?
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The government released ITR forms later than usual this year, due to new updates in the forms.
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Online and offline utilities were delayed, making it challenging for taxpayers to comply by the original date.
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To ease compliance, CBDT extended the deadline for non-audit cases.
Who Is Not Covered by the Deadline Extension?
The extension does not apply to taxpayers who are required to get their accounts audited. This includes:
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Companies and businesses with turnover above specified thresholds
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Taxpayers falling under Section 44AB (audit)
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Taxpayers subject to transfer pricing provisions
Here are the key dates for audited taxpayers:
| Category | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Filing of Tax Audit Report (Section 44AB, no transfer pricing) | September 30, 2025 |
| Filing ITR for audited accounts | October 31, 2025 |
| ITR for transfer pricing cases | November 30, 2025 |
| Belated/Revised ITR | December 31, 2025 |
What If You Miss the Deadline?
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If you miss the applicable deadline for filing ITR, you can still file a belated return by December 31, 2025.
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However, late filing fees of up to ₹5,000 may apply.
Final Advice
If you are in the category where the deadline remains unchanged, be sure to file your returns as per the original schedule. Late filing can lead to penalties and interest on taxes due.
For ongoing updates and tools to help you file, keep visiting the official Income Tax portal: incometax.gov.in.
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