The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the income tax return filing date for the assessment year 2025-26 to September 15, 2025, from July 31, 2025.
Through a post on X, the board informed, “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 reflections. This ensures a smoother and more accurate filing experience for everyone. Formal notification will follow.”
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
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The department further said that additional time is required for system development, integration, and testing of e-filing utilities. Moreover, TDS credits due by May 31 are expected to start reflecting in early June, which could shorten the effective filing window without an extension.
A formal notification will be issued separately.
