ITR Filing Deadline FY 2024-25: Has the Due Date Been Extended to September 30, 2025? Check Latest Update
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With September 15, 2025, marking the final day to file Income Tax Returns (ITR) for FY 2024–25, lakhs of taxpayers were anxiously waiting for clarity on whether the deadline would be extended. Rumours circulating online over the weekend only added to the confusion, claiming that the deadline had been shifted to September 30, 2025.
However, the Income Tax Department has dismissed these claims, confirming that no extension has been granted and September 15 remains the last date to file ITR.
Official Clarification on the Deadline
The Ministry of Finance press release in circulation was declared fake. The Income Tax Department issued a clear statement:
“A fake news is in circulation stating that the due of filing ITRs (originally due on 31.07.2025, and extended to 15.09.2025) has been further extended to 30.09.2025. The due date for filing ITRs remains 15.09.2025. Taxpayers are advised to rely only on official @IncomeTaxIndia updates. To assist taxpayers for ITR filing, tax payment and other related services, our helpdesk is functioning on a 24x7 basis, and we are providing support through calls, live chats, WebEx sessions & Twitter/X.”
This clarification comes at a time when millions of taxpayers were still in the process of completing their returns.
Filing Data So Far
According to the Income Tax Department’s official website (as of September 13, 2025), India has 13.43 crore registered taxpayers. Out of these, 6.30 crore taxpayers have already filed their ITRs, 5.80 crore returns have been verified, and 3.89 crore returns have been processed.
Despite this, the Chartered Accountant community has been vocal about the challenges faced during the filing process.
Challenges Faced by Taxpayers and CAs
Several tax professionals have pointed out technical hurdles. CA Ashish Niraj, partner, ASN & Company, shared:
“We were facing issues with downloading the AIS during peak office hours, so we had to wake up at 2AM and work till 7AM to download the AIS of our clients and file the Income Tax Return (ITR). Some of our clients were also facing issues with tax payment also. However, since the ITR filing deadline is not yet extended, we would suggest taxpayers file their ITR. This is because the AIS is a suggestive tool and not a mandatory requirement to file ITR solely based on this. For example, taxpayers can get information about their capital gains income from their stock broker’s app, KFintech or CAMS for mutual funds. For bank interest, they can easily get this from the statement. So putting hope on a deadline extension is not recommended. Once the deadline is over, the only option is to pay the late fee up to Rs 5,000 and file a belated ITR.”
What Happens If You Miss the September 15 Deadline?
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) explains:
“A late filing fee is levied if the return is furnished after the specified due date. A fee of Rs 5,000 is payable for returns filed after the due date. However, in cases where the total income does not exceed Rs 5 lakh, the late fee is restricted to Rs 1,000. In addition, a delay in filing attracts 1% interest per month on the pending tax amount, in addition to the late filing fee.”
Why Filing ITR Is Important
Filing ITR is mandatory if your income exceeds the basic exemption limit. It is also essential if you want to:
Not filing on time has multiple consequences, as explained by tax experts:
Can You Revise ITR and Change Tax Regime?
Yes, but only if the original ITR is filed before the due date. CA Hitesh Jain, Partner – Direct Tax, N. A. Shah Associates LLP, explains:
“Hence, if the original ITR is filed before the due date prescribed under Section 139(1), then taxpayers can revise the ITR by switching from the new regime to the old regime. Accordingly, salaried taxpayers (who do not have income from business or profession) can switch between the new and old tax regimes while filing a revised return, provided the revised return is filed within the prescribed time limit.”
The ITR filing deadline for FY 2024–25 remains September 15, 2025, with no further extensions announced. Taxpayers are strongly advised not to rely on unverified messages and to complete their returns on time to avoid penalties, interest, and compliance issues.
However, the Income Tax Department has dismissed these claims, confirming that no extension has been granted and September 15 remains the last date to file ITR.
Official Clarification on the Deadline
The Ministry of Finance press release in circulation was declared fake. The Income Tax Department issued a clear statement:
“A fake news is in circulation stating that the due of filing ITRs (originally due on 31.07.2025, and extended to 15.09.2025) has been further extended to 30.09.2025. The due date for filing ITRs remains 15.09.2025. Taxpayers are advised to rely only on official @IncomeTaxIndia updates. To assist taxpayers for ITR filing, tax payment and other related services, our helpdesk is functioning on a 24x7 basis, and we are providing support through calls, live chats, WebEx sessions & Twitter/X.”
This clarification comes at a time when millions of taxpayers were still in the process of completing their returns.
Filing Data So Far
According to the Income Tax Department’s official website (as of September 13, 2025), India has 13.43 crore registered taxpayers. Out of these, 6.30 crore taxpayers have already filed their ITRs, 5.80 crore returns have been verified, and 3.89 crore returns have been processed.
Despite this, the Chartered Accountant community has been vocal about the challenges faced during the filing process.
Challenges Faced by Taxpayers and CAs
Several tax professionals have pointed out technical hurdles. CA Ashish Niraj, partner, ASN & Company, shared:
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“We were facing issues with downloading the AIS during peak office hours, so we had to wake up at 2AM and work till 7AM to download the AIS of our clients and file the Income Tax Return (ITR). Some of our clients were also facing issues with tax payment also. However, since the ITR filing deadline is not yet extended, we would suggest taxpayers file their ITR. This is because the AIS is a suggestive tool and not a mandatory requirement to file ITR solely based on this. For example, taxpayers can get information about their capital gains income from their stock broker’s app, KFintech or CAMS for mutual funds. For bank interest, they can easily get this from the statement. So putting hope on a deadline extension is not recommended. Once the deadline is over, the only option is to pay the late fee up to Rs 5,000 and file a belated ITR.”
What Happens If You Miss the September 15 Deadline?
- A late filing fee of up to ₹5,000 will be charged.
- Taxpayers can still file a belated ITR until December 31, 2025, with the penalty.
- Missing even the belated deadline may lead to legal action, including prosecution.
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) explains:
“A late filing fee is levied if the return is furnished after the specified due date. A fee of Rs 5,000 is payable for returns filed after the due date. However, in cases where the total income does not exceed Rs 5 lakh, the late fee is restricted to Rs 1,000. In addition, a delay in filing attracts 1% interest per month on the pending tax amount, in addition to the late filing fee.”
Why Filing ITR Is Important
Filing ITR is mandatory if your income exceeds the basic exemption limit. It is also essential if you want to:
- Claim tax refunds for excess TDS.
- Provide income proof for loans, visas, or other financial activities.
Not filing on time has multiple consequences, as explained by tax experts:
- Penalty under Section 234F – up to ₹5,000.
- Interest liabilities under Sections 234A, 234B, and 234C.
- Loss of carry-forward benefits (except house property loss and unabsorbed depreciation).
- Delayed refunds and greater scrutiny from the Income Tax Department.
Can You Revise ITR and Change Tax Regime?
Yes, but only if the original ITR is filed before the due date. CA Hitesh Jain, Partner – Direct Tax, N. A. Shah Associates LLP, explains:
“Hence, if the original ITR is filed before the due date prescribed under Section 139(1), then taxpayers can revise the ITR by switching from the new regime to the old regime. Accordingly, salaried taxpayers (who do not have income from business or profession) can switch between the new and old tax regimes while filing a revised return, provided the revised return is filed within the prescribed time limit.”
The ITR filing deadline for FY 2024–25 remains September 15, 2025, with no further extensions announced. Taxpayers are strongly advised not to rely on unverified messages and to complete their returns on time to avoid penalties, interest, and compliance issues.
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