What is last date for filing income tax return?

[alenaghose]

I wanted to confirm — what’s the final deadline for filing the Income Tax Return this year? I’ve been hearing different dates from friends and don’t want to miss it. Also, are there any penalties if it’s filed late?

 

[Lucky]

In India, the last date for filing an income tax return (ITR) for individuals (not requiring audit) is usually July 31 of the assessment year. For businesses or cases requiring audit, the deadline is generally October 31. The government may extend these dates in certain situations, so always check the latest official notification.

 

[Olivia]

In India, the last date to file your Income Tax Return (ITR) for the financial year 2024–25 (assessment year 2025–26) is 15th September 2025 for most individual taxpayers who don’t require a tax audit. This is an extended deadline from the usual 31st July. If you miss this date, you can still file a belated return until 31st December 2025, but you may have to pay penalties and interest. It's always better to file early to avoid any last-minute hassles.

 

[peterkavinsky]

For FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26), the ITR filing last date is 15 September 2025 for most individuals, 31 October 2025 for audit cases, and 30 November 2025 for international transactions.