ITR Filing Deadline Extended to September 15, 2025

Here is a simple and easy-to-understand blog post for the general public:

🚨 Big Update: ITR Filing Deadline Extended to September 15, 2025 🚨
For Financial Year 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26)

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has made an important announcement that brings relief to many taxpayers across India.

👉 The last date to file your Income Tax Return (ITR) for the financial year 2024-25 (i.e., assessment year 2025-26) has been extended from July 31, 2025, to September 15, 2025.

Let’s understand what this means in simple terms.

🧾 What is ITR Filing?

Income Tax Return (ITR) is a form you submit to the Income Tax Department to declare your income, deductions, and taxes paid. Based on your income, you may:

  • Get a refund (if you paid more tax)

  • Or have to pay extra tax (if you paid less during the year)

🗓️ New ITR Deadline

Old Last Date: July 31, 2025
New Last Date: September 15, 2025

✅ This applies to individual taxpayers, salaried employees, pensioners, freelancers, and small business owners who are not required to get their books audited.

💡 Why Was the Date Extended?

The government sometimes extends the deadline to:

  • Give more time to taxpayers

  • Help those facing issues with document collection or technical glitches

  • Ensure accurate and complete filing

🧮 Who Should File ITR?

You should file ITR if:

  • Your total income exceeds ₹2.5 lakh (for most individuals under 60)

  • You want to claim a refund of TDS

  • You earned income from investments, freelancing, or property

  • You received foreign income or held foreign assets

  • You want to carry forward losses (like capital loss)

❌ What If You Miss the Deadline?

If you don’t file ITR by September 15, 2025:

  • You may have to pay a late fee of up to ₹5,000

  • You can lose refund benefits

  • You cannot carry forward certain losses

  • You may face notices or penalties later

✅ What You Should Do Now

  1. Collect all documents – Form 16, interest certificates, capital gains reports, etc.

  2. Check TDS & AIS details from the income tax portal.

  3. Choose the right ITR form

  4. File online at https://www.incometax.gov.in

🧑‍💻 Need Help?

If you're confused or busy, take help from:

  • A tax professional

  • An authorized e-return intermediary

  • Or use e-filing portals with step-by-step guidance

📌 Final Words

Don’t wait till the last moment!
Even though the due date is now September 15, 2025, it’s always better to file early, avoid last-minute errors, and get your refunds faster.

Stay informed. Stay tax-compliant. Save money & avoid penalties.