Archive · 21 May 2025
ITR Filing Deadlines: July 31 or October 31
It's time to get ready to file your income tax return (ITR) for the year!
Most people need to file by July 31, 2025.
If you're a business owner or need an audit, you have until October 31, 2025.
Make sure you have your Form 16 from your employer and other income documents ready.
Check your Annual Information Statement (AIS) and Tax Information Statement (TIS) to match your income details.
The government may or may not extend the deadline.
Individuals must file their ITR for assessment year 2025-26.
The deadline for most individuals to file is July 31, 2025.
Those needing an audit have until October 31, 2025, to file.
Businesses with sales/turnover exceeding ₹10 crore need audits.
Professionals with gross receipts over ₹50 lakh require audits.
- Who
- Taxpayers
- What
- Income Tax Return Filing for Assessment Year 2025-26
- When
- July 31, 2025 (most individuals), October 31, 2025 (audited)
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To file income tax returns
- Due Date (Most Individuals)
- July 31, 2025
- Due Date (Audit Required)
- October 31, 2025
- Applicable Audit Threshold (Business)
- Sales/Turnover > ₹10 crore
- Applicable Audit Threshold (Professional)
- Gross Receipts > ₹50 lakh
- Key Documents
- Form 16, Bank interest certificate, AIS, TIS