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ITR Filing for AY2025-26 Opens with Excel Tools; Deadline Shifts to September 15

The non-audit return deadline was extended to accommodate delays in form notifications and utility releases

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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.