As we know, the time for e-filing ITR is running, so every taxpayer must remember the income tax return filing due dates to avoid penalties under the Income Tax Act of 1961. In this post, you can check out all the due dates compulsory for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27).
The practising CA, CS and tax professionals can also view advance tax and revised and updated ITR due dates.
What is the Income Tax?
Two types of tax levied on entities are direct tax and indirect tax. Income tax is a direct tax that is directly attributable to the income of the assessee. Income which is generated from the various heads of income, viz. Salary, House Property, Business, Capital Gain and Income from other sources. The assessee has to pay income tax if his total Income after allowing Chapter VI-A Deduction is more than the taxable income limit.
Due Dates of ITR for Different Categories of Taxpayers for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27)
| Category of Taxpayer | Due Date (Original Return) |
|---|---|
| Company (whether tax audit applicable or not applicable) | 31st October 2026 |
| Other than a company to which the tax audit is applicable | 31st October 2026 |
| Partner of the firm to whom the tax audit is applicable | 31st October 2026 |
| Assessee includes the partner’s firm or the spouse of such partner, who is needed to be provided report under section 172 | 30th November 2026 |
| Assessees who are not required to get his Accounts Audit | 31st July 2026 |
| Revised Return/ Belated Return | 31st December 2026 |
| Updated Return (ITR-U) | Upto 31st March 2031 |
Filing Income Tax Return Due Dates for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27)
There is a different category of taxpayer, viz. Individual, HUF, Firm, LLP, Company, Trust and AOP/BOI. Due Date is different according to audit or non-audit cases of such categories as defined in section 263 of the Income Tax Act, 2025.
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Due Date of Income Tax Return Filing for AY 2026-27 (Non-Audit Cases)
- The common due date for filing the Income Tax Return by Assesse whose Books of Account are not required to be audited is 31st July 2026.
Filing Income Tax Return Due Date for AY 2026-27 (Audit Cases)
- The general due date for filing the Income Tax Return for the audit cases is 31st October 2026.
Due Dates for Tax Audit Report (3CA-3CD/3CB-3CD)
- The due date for filing the Tax Audit Report for all categories of assessees whose accounts are required to be audited is the date one month before the due date for furnishing the return of income under sub-section (1) of section 263, i.e., September 30, 2026.
Revised & Belated ITR Due Dates for AY 2026-27
- The due date for filing a revised and belated income tax return for AY 2026-27 is nine months from the end of the relevant tax year or before the completion of the assessment, whichever is earlier, i.e. 31st Dec 2026.
File Tax Returns for AY 2026-27 Before 31st December with INR 5,000 Penalty
The income tax department notified the taxpayers of the late filing of tax returns for A.Y. 2026-27, along with a penalty of INR 5000. However, if the taxpayer’s total income does not exceed Rs 5 lakh, then the maximum penalty levied for delay will not exceed Rs 1000.
Due Date of Income Tax Return Filing for AY 2026-27
(Assessee who are required to furnish a report under sec 92E)
- The due date for filing the Income Tax Return by an assessee who is required to furnish a report under sec 92E is 30th November 2026.
- The due date for furnishing a Report from an Accountant by persons entering into an international transaction or specified domestic transaction under section 92E of the Act for the Previous Year 2025-26, is at least one month before the due date of filing of return u/s 263(1)
What Would Happen If You Missed the ITR Filing Deadline?
Missing the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the FY 2025-26 and AY 2026-27 can have some harmful effects. Take a look at what happens if you miss the ITR deadline:
- Potential for Scrutiny: Recognise that if you file your taxes later, it might grab the attention of the I-T department and expand the possibilities of them bringing a closer look at your income tax return. This could suggest they request more records, and it might take longer for you to get your tax refund on time.
- Interest on Unpaid Tax: If you are filing an ITR later and pay taxes, you have to pay additional money in interest on the amount that you owe from the deadline until you pay it.
- Loss of Carry Forward Benefits: Sometimes, you might be able to utilise any financial failures or tax deductions from previous years to reduce the tax amount you owe in the future. But if you have missed the ITR filing deadline, you might not be able to take any benefit.
It is essential to submit your ITR before the due date to avoid difficulties. Filing tax returns on time allows you to make the process much easier, stops you from facing penalties and extra costs, and provides you with all the tax benefits you are entitled to.
Advance Income Taxes Filing Due Dates FY 2025-26
If the tax liability is more than Rs 10,000 in a financial year, then advance tax needs to be paid by the assessee.
| Due Date | Compliance Nature | Tax Paid |
|---|---|---|
| 15th June 2025 | First Instalment | 15% |
| 15th September 2025 | Second Instalment | 45% |
| 15th December 2025 | Third Instalment | 75% |
| 15th March 2026 | Fourth Instalment | 100% |
The assessee who is covered under section 58 (i.e. Presumptive Income) is also required to pay the advance tax on or before the 15th of March of the previous year. However, any tax paid till 31st March will be treated as Advance Tax.
Most Important FAQs on the ITR Filing Deadline for AY 2026-27
Q.1 – What is the last date for filing an income tax return (ITR) for non-audit cases?
The due date for filing income tax returns for AY 2026-27 (FY 2025-26) is 31st July 2026
Q.2 – Could I E-file My Return after the due date?
Yes, you can file your late income tax return (ITR) upto 31st of December of that assessment year (AY) after paying extra fees and interest.
Q.3 – What is the due date to E-file income tax return (ITR) for Cos?
The deadline for filing the ITR of domestic companies for the financial year (FY) 2025-26 is 31st October 2026. For all companies, it is essential to e-file their Income Tax Returns (ITR) by a specific date every year.
Q.4 – Is It Possible to File a Revised ITR?
Yes, you can make the particular modification in your ITR after submitting it. It would be best if you changed it on or before 31st of December.
Q.5 – What happens if a person files their ITR after the due date?
If you have missed the particular deadline for filing your income tax return, then you have to pay some additional fees as per section 428 of the Income Tax Act, 2025.
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while filing itr1 I come to know that PF has to be declared as income from other source if it is withdrawn <5 yrs and mine is less than 50,000.
So while entering the amount in the row " Income from Other Sources (Ensure to fill Sch TDS2) " WHAT is that "Sch TDS 2" I have fill?
How and where I can enter this PF amount and how to complete my ITR
PF amount withdrawal should be enter in “Income from other sources” If TDS is also deducted on PF amount than only you have to fill “SCHTDS II” as your amount is more than 30,000 then 10% TDS should be deducted so better check your “26 AS statement”.
Hi,
I want to file ITR for AY 2014-15, however, while e-filing the sites shows a comment “the end date of filing this ITR is over”. How can I file the ITR now?
You can try to file it manually.
what is the last date for revised filing of tax return for the assessment year 2015-2016.
31st March 2017 or before processing of the original ITR return whichever is earlier.
When a refund should be paid by CPC.
Any laid down period is followed to refund.
sir,
i get a total stipend of 360000/yr. should i pay ITR?
Yes, because your total Income exceeds below the taxable limit slab.
ya
Can I gift an under construction property to my daughter who is a major and with no earnings. Kindly suggest the way.would there be any tax lliability? if so then on whom?
Sir kindly reply
I just heard that 31st july last date extended to 5th August for individuals. Is it true ?
Yes, ” Income Tax returns for 2015-16 (assessment year 2016-17) were originally to be filed by July 31. But in view of the day-long strike at public sector banks, the deadline has been extended to August 5.” Source: NDTV.com
if i miss the 31st july deadline for filing return. What will my options – I am looking for getting some refund as well.
You can file the return till 31st march 2017 and refund will be allow by the Income tax department.
Other than that from the savings I got approximately 6000 as interest
Is it fine?
my income is no taxable but i have return file what is a due date of return file.
Yes you can file Nil Return also due date is 31st July 2016.
Hi SAG Infotech,
I’m salaried employee and my IT tax due around 15 K . can i file tax return without paying due immediately ??
Planning to pay due amount later..please educate me on this…Thanks in advacne
As per Income Tax Act 140A Self Assessment Tax has to be paid before filling Income Tax Return hence if you file your return without paying tax return will be considered as defective return u/s 139(9).
Please clear the last due date for submission of tax refundable itr fly 2015-16 ( i.e. TDS refundable status )
Last Date of Income Tax return Filling for Assesse who are not covered under Audit is July 31st 2016 and for Audit case 30th September 2016.
I left the company by April 3rd , after that till this year I am not going to any job and no income.
For that three days I got <3000
Whether it is must to file ITR ?
If so which form?
I am not sure whether the company will give me form 16 or not
IN FUTURE if I start earning and started paying taxes whether this will create any problem? What kind of problems?
If in whole year there is no such income other than 3,000 Rs. Then no compulsion to upload return.
Other than that from the savings I got approximately 6000 as interest
Is it fine?
Sir pls confirm me TDS Return F.Y 2021-22 Q1 and Q2 & Q3 Note filing return but Tax Liability challan Deposited
Pls your suggestions
I am one of the Director of Pvt Ltd company as per my company account we are not in profit AY 2016-2017, only wants to get some TDS Deducted payment after filling returns, it also only Rs,4000./- when would be the last date for income tax return for Pvt Ltd Company, as my auditor busy with individual income tax returns.
Last date of Income tax Return filling and Audit return upload is 30th September 2016 for AY 16-17 in case of Assessee who are covered under Audit.
My son bank account shows a turnover of 3 lakhs in fd and 3 lakhs in saving a/c in bank booked.interst is 20 thousands.he is govt.employee.bank has deducted tds also.should i had to pay income tax.itr .has also filled
When TDS is Deducted by bank then its good to upload return so that you can take slab rate benefits.
I transferred Rs- 13 lacs to my father in law within 6 years time to time.How it would be treated as loan or gift? Plz guide me
I transferred Rs- 13 lacs to my father in law within 6 years time to time.How it would be treated as loan or gift? Plz guide me..plz reply sir..i am worried
Income Tax Department treats as a gift in the compensation of natural love and care.
Sir,
My salary is 13 lakhs my company deducted tds without accounting housing loan , rent, medical etc… and they paid to govt. I missed the 5th Aug date to file return. Shall I file return get the claim now?
Yes, you can file the return till 31.03.2017. You have to give the details regarding house loan, rent, medical, etc in the return form. It will lower down your Tax and then you can claim the refund of TDS.
I have received some money from my Fathers savings account in the bank as death claim. Should I show this as income and pay tax on this money received.
Please clear your question that from where you got the money? Example LIC to Saving Account or other ways….
My friend is trying to e-file Income Tax Return for AY 2016-17
Housing Loan interest Section “80EE” is missing. How to enter the Amount?
Please guide.
sir i wanna knw that e filing is compulsory for individual having total income of 5lacs or more…….is this before availing basic exmption limit or after availing limit? i m govt employee and TDS is being deducted and deposited properly. plz guide me….
5 Lakh is related for Total income which is after allowing chapter VI A deductions from Gross total Income. If Total Income of Assessee exceeds INR 5 lakhs than only required to upload return. And as far as your concern you are a Govt. Employee and if TDS is already deducted by employer and nothing is due to pay then in that case you are not compulsorily required to upload ITR.
need to file returns for last 7 years. but IT web site allows only last two years. waht to do? is manual return accepted ?
Department will not accept manual return also you can cross verify the same by contacting ITD.
My son bank account details shows a turnover of 10 lakes due to many FD booked and redeemed.but interest is actually 1 lakh . Should I have to pay income tax ?
On FD interest TDS supposed to be deducted by bank. Hence you have to disclose this income in income from other sources along with your other incomes, if available. If income after deducting TDS is more than the taxable limit then only you have to pay income tax else you can upload your return without paying any tax.
I have not filed income tax return for last 5 years because my income was not taxable then..in this financial year I want to file return for last 5 years. plz tell me how can I do this?
No you cannot file your last 5 Years Return. You can file for AY 16-17 and AY 15-16 only. Because e-filing validity period has been expired for rest of AY.
Thanks
My Total Taxable Income From Salary is Rs. 4,93,777 From Both Company (A and B)
Gross Total Income Rs. 4,93,777
Total Deductions Rs. 58,902
Total Income Rs. 4,34,880
Tax Due (Before Tax Credit U/S 87A) Rs. 18,488
Tax Paid Rs. 5,027
TAX PAYABLE RS. 12,870
I just wanted wanted to know ,do i need to file Income Return by Paying the Tax Payable amount. since the total income falls under 5 Lakhs per annum.
If total Income of assessee is less than INR 5 lakhs and TDS has already been deducted on that income then no need to do return filling but in your case your tax is not fully deducted and it is still pending so you have to pay your tax liability and file the return.
yes you have to do
In the form 16 of AY 2014-15, my employer did not show accrued interest on house building advance taken from the employer and did not issue revised form 16 till the last date of filing returns i.e. 31st july, 2014. However, I e-filed return on 31st july 2014 without taking the advantage of the accrued interest on house loan. But due to traffic congestion on internet/ income tax site, i could finally e-file my returns 5 minutes past the midnight of 31st july i.e. at 00.05 hrs of 1st aug 2014.
Later, i submitted revised returns taking into account interest on house loan claimimg a tax refund of rs 7580 and successfully e-verified the same. However my revised ITR has not been processed on the ground that my original return was not filed within time.
What should i do now to claim the refund?
You have uploaded revised return but it is not acceptable on the ground of belated return. In that case if your original return has been processed by CPC then you can upload rectification of the same on the ground of mistake apparent from records.
Can you please tell me whether the last date for ITR for individuals has been extended from 31 July to 31 Aug 2016, for AY 2016-17.
Thanks,
Sudhakar
31st July 2016 is the last for the AY 2016-17. The date is still the same.
My CA told me it 5th August 2016.
Yes, The Indian Government extended the last date. Read this article for more information: http://blog.saginfotech.com/reasons-why-indian-government-extend-last-date-itr
Last date of tds
Read Here: http://blog.saginfotech.com/due-dates-of-e-filing-of-tds-or-tcs-return
Ms Shikha,
You are right… SCH TDS1 was auto filled & I filled SCH IT…. hence it became double.
As suggested by you, I removed the data from SCH TDS1 and now it is correct.
Thank you very much!
Regards,
Pious
Thanks Ms Shikha for the comment. But still it is not clear.
In my case, Total Tax due and Total Tax Paid is Rs.1,08,191/- Hence No Refund applicable
Now, as per “Tax paid & Verification Page” of Income Tax Return Online,
D13: Total Advance Tax Paid = Rs.75,000/-
D14: Total Self assessment Tax Paid = Rs.33,191/-
D15: Total TDs Claimed = Rs.1,08,191/-
D16: Total TCS Collected = 0
Total Tax Paid D17=(D13+D14+D15+D16) = Rs.2,16,382/-
(Double the Actual Tax Paid! because of D15)
D19: Refund shown = Rs.1,08,190/-
(where as no Refund is applicable in my Case!!)
Thanks!
As per data, you give to me. I think you have enter your data either in “Sch TDS 1” and “Sch IT” both or in “Sch TDS 2” and “SCH IT” both.
“Tax details” schedule enter your advance tax and self- assessment tax only in the schedule “SCH IT” Then in “Tax Paid and Verification” tab your data ll come only in D13 and D14 Column .
Sir,
Pl. see above one of your reply to Shameem Ahmed, which says If your income ( Is it for Financial year 2015-16 ) is less than Rs. 5.00 lakhs ( say Rs. 3.50 lakhs ), there is no need to file tax returns ? Pl. clarify once again no need to file tax returns or no need to e file the returns ?
sir please consider notification no. 36/2011 of income tax india.
Sir, there is no error in utility. the formula of total tax paid is absolutely correct. D-15 is related to total TDS claimed. it mean the amount of TDS which is deducted by the deductor from your income. so it is also include in total tax paid column. In your case if there is no TDS deducted then in “TAX Details” schedule enter your challan details in “SCh IT”only (Details of advance Tax and Self assessment tax payments)
I tried to e-file return online…but facing problem on page “Tax paid& verification” page.
There in Column D17, Total Tax Paid is specified using a wrong formaula!
D17= D13+D14+D15+D16
It should have been like this :-
D17= D13+D14+D16 (without D15)
Due to the above error,
Total Tax paid is shown as “Double the actual Amount”
and Full Tax amount is shown as “Refund”!!!
Could you please check and comment?
i have income from salary without any tax liabiliy, after exempted income. though my employer has deducted TDS . but my form 26AS shows no credited amount as TDS. After bringing it in notice of my employer, it is told to me that it will took sometime to get corrected. Now what should I do ,while e filing . should i wait till Form 26As get updated my tax credit. Or file return online anyway till july31?
You should wait, till your employer correct his TDS return then you can claim tax credit in your return.
Sir, i want know e-file is compulsory with tax income is less than rs 500000
No, if your employer deducted TDS and your salary is lower than Rs. 5 lakhs then there is no need to file income tax return.
I had left my previous organisation in Sept. 2015, but till date they have not settled my full & final settlement & the dues pending from their side & inspite of sending various emails & continuous phone calls they are not replying properly & saying it is still pending with account’s dept. Even they are nor issuing my form 16, for the TDS what they had deducted from my salary. Now how should I file my e-returns & what actions i should take. Please guide me.
If you file your income tax return now in this case if your employer not file TDS to income tax department then you can not claim your TDS amount.. so before filing your income tax return, make settlement with your employer.
my income is not taxable for fy 2014-15 (A.Y.2015-16) CAN I STILL file return online
You can file NIL return.
Hi,
For 2 form 16, which ITR form to be submitted.
form 16 is available for salaried person . in ITR (1/2A/2/4) forms you can submit the salary information. Return form is depend upon other details also. for eg. if assessee has business income other than salary in that case ITR 4 is applicable or if assessee only has salary income than ITR 1 is applicable. So firstly select the source of the income and then return form ll be select accordingly.
For claiming IT Returns, do we have to send hard copy to CPC Bangalore?
If return is Filled through DSC or it is already e-verified by user than no need to send ITR-V Acknowledgment to Department else one has to send signed hard copy to CPC, Please read Rule 12 of Income Tax for further clarification.
Income tax on Interest on FDs etc. should be abolished such as GPF/PPF or limit should be enhanced,as it is a part of Savings for future planning of a poor people for marriage,education or some other similar liabilities of his/her children or dependents arriving in future;but 1% cess may be applied for PM Relief fund which may be utilized as a help for natural or other calamities happening suddenly.
You are absolutely right sir.
Yet not showing AY 2016-17 in efileling statement.
what is begin date for efiling of income tax? efilling site is not showing assessment year 2016-2017?pls help
TRY NOW
when was the opening date of e filling 2016-17
Department will enable E-filling as soon as possible wait for New E-Filling utilities.
what is begin date for efiling of income tax? efilling site is not showing assessment year 2016-2017?pls help
1st April 2016.
no its its not enabled yet…
it is bot showing A Y 2016-17 in system
New forms are available from 1st April 2016 so you can manual filling of ITR but you have to wait for New E-Filling utilities.
Its open now. you can do efiling for the Assessment year 2016-2017
For Individuals it is 31 st July 16
For Audited Firms it is 30 th Sep 16 (Subject to extensions)
what is the last date of audit care for the Assessment year 2016-17
30th sept. 2017 extension depends on department.
30th sep