India Sees 5.5 Crore Tax Returns Filed by Deadline

The Indian government’s Income Tax Department said that more than 5.5 crore people have already sent in their tax returns for the year 2026-27.

The deadline to file is July 31, 2026, and many people are trying to finish before the last day.

On July 30 alone, 42 lakh returns were filed, showing a big rush.

The department warns that waiting until the last minute can cause problems on the online filing site.

They also remind people to check their tax forms and bank statements carefully before submitting.

New forms for this year include extra details about capital gains and share buybacks.

In the previous year, 9 crore people filed returns and the government gave out more than 4.35 lakh crore rupees in refunds.

The department wants everyone to file calmly and early to avoid delays.

This is a normal yearly event in India where people report their income to the government.