ITR Filing Deadline Extended to 15th September 2025

Good news for taxpayers!

You’ve got more time to file your taxes this year. The deadline for FY 2024–25, which is usually 31st July, has been pushed to 15th September 2025.

The CBDT made the change to give everyone a bit more breathing room this year.

But what prompted this extension? Here’s what’s behind the move:

What Led to the Extension?

This isn’t just a random extension.

There are a few important things going on behind the scenes:

The ITR forms have been overhauled

The income tax department has made some big changes to the return formats this year. With these new layouts and sections, both taxpayers and tax software platforms need a little more time to adapt.

The IT portal is still catching up

Along with the form changes, the department is updating its systems and utilities. These updates take time to roll out smoothly, and the extension gives everyone a buffer to avoid system hiccups.

TDS data from Q4 takes time to show up

Employers and deductors submit their TDS returns for the January–March quarter by the end of May. But that data doesn’t show up in your Form 26AS or AIS immediately, it usually reflects only by mid-June. Until then, most taxpayers don’t have the full picture to file accurately.

What Should You Do Now?

Even though the deadline is extended, don’t wait till the last moment. Use this extra time to:

• Gather all your documents

• Check Form 26AS and AIS once they’re updated

• Reconcile income and deductions

• File with clarity, no guesswork, no rush

If you’re unsure where to begin, get in touch us. It's always better to file it right than to fix it later.

A Quick Checklist:

• PAN & Aadhaar

• Salary slips / Form 16

• Bank account details

• Investment proofs

• Capital gains statements (if applicable)

• TDS certificates and 26AS

The extension gives everyone some breathing room. But don't treat it as a reason to delay, use the time to file correctly and avoid last-minute mistakes.

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Our team at ZuperTax is here to assist you every step of the way.

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