ITR Filing Deadline 2025: What Happens If You Miss the 15 September Deadline?

The Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 is fast approaching on 15 September 2025. For salaried individuals, freelancers, professionals, and businesses, this date marks a crucial cut-off. But what happens if you miss it? The penalties and consequences may be harsher than you expect.