ITR Deadline Extension Claimed in Deceptive Circular Until 30th September 2025
The Income Tax Department (IT Department) has clarified that a circulated circular regarding an extension of the Income Tax Return (ITR) deadline for the Assessment Year 2025-26 to 30 September 2025 is fake. The official position of the IT Department is that the deadline for filing ITRs for Assessment Year 2025-26 was extended from July 31 to September 15, 2025, mainly due to structural and content revisions in the ITR forms. No further extension beyond September 15 has been announced so far.
The IT Department's official website and social media handles have consistently stated that the viral circular is fabricated, and no such decision has been made. Taxpayers are advised to verify information from reliable sources, such as the IT Department's official website and social media handles, to avoid confusion and potential penalties.
For those who missed the revised ITR filing deadline, it is essential to file a belated return promptly to minimize potential penalties and consequences. Filing a belated return after September 16, 2025, may result in penalties, interest, disallowance of losses to be carried forward, and unavailability of certain deductions and exemptions.
The IT Department issued a press release on September 15, 2025, extending the ITR filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 from September 15 to September 16, 2025. This press release is the latest official announcement regarding the ITR filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26.
As of the time of publishing this article, no further extension of the ITR filing deadline beyond September 16, 2025, has been announced by the IT Department. Taxpayers are encouraged to file their ITRs within the given deadline to avoid any potential issues.
In conclusion, the Income Tax Department has clarified that the viral circular claiming an extension of the ITR deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 to 30 September 2025 is false. The deadline for filing ITRs for Assessment Year 2025-26 remains September 16, 2025. Taxpayers are advised to verify information from reliable sources to avoid any confusion and potential penalties.
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