Overview

• Filing began May 30 with Excel-based utilities available for ITR-1 and ITR-4 while the online portal remains offline.
• The Central Board of Direct Taxes pushed the due date from July 31 to September 15, 2025 for non-audit taxpayers.
• Over 54,000 returns have been filed and nearly 49,000 verified as of June 2, according to Income Tax Department data.
• The new tax regime now defaults to a ₹4 lakh exemption limit, and those preferring the old regime must file Form 10-IEA.
• Budget 2024’s updated capital gains rules and tightened HRA requirements mean filers must choose the correct form and verify income details to avoid errors.