Govt Extends ITR Filing Deadline to September 15, 2025

The government has extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the financial year 2024–25 from July 31 to September 15, 2025. The decision follows widespread criticism from the chartered accountant (CA) community on social media, who highlighted the delay in the release of official ITR software utilities as a major hurdle in completing filings on time. Professionals argued that the original deadline was unrealistic without access to the necessary tools. The extension provides relief to taxpayers and CAs, allowing more time for accurate compliance. This move reflects the government’s response to stakeholder concerns and aims to ensure a smoother and more efficient tax filing process. Taxpayers are advised to make use of the extended window to avoid last-minute rush and penalties.