Income tax returns: Do not miss the deadline of 15 September, otherwise it may be fine!

Whenever it comes to filing income tax returns (ITR), many people keep waiting till the ‘last date’, in the hope that the government may extend the date as usual.

But this time the attitude of the Income Tax Department seems quite strict. The last date for filling ITR for most taxpayers is 31 July, but another deadline is coming close for certain types of taxpayers – and that is 15 September 2025.

For whom is this deadline of September 15?
This date is mainly for corporates (companies) and those who are mandatory to audit their income. In addition, it is also the last date for those who have to fill the second installment of advance tax for those who have to fill it.

Will the date move forward?
This is the biggest question. Trends like #EXTEND_UDUE_DATE_IMMEDIELY are running on social media, but the government has not yet given any positive indication on it. Experts believe that this time the government is not in the mood to increase the deadline, because the system is working properly and people have been given enough time.

What will be the result of delay?

• Fines on delayed ITR: If you have missed your deadline (like 31 July or 15 September), you can still fill the delayed ITR by 31 December 2025, but for this you will have to pay a fine of up to ₹ 5000. (If your income is less than 5 lakhs then the fine will be ₹ 1000).
• Interest on advance tax: If you do not deposit advance tax, you will also have to pay interest on the outdoled tax.

What is today’s lesson?
The lesson is straightforward and clear – stop waiting for the last date!

The Income Tax Department has now become more strict than ever and the process is becoming easier and expensive for those who follow the rules. If you also come inside the deadline, then file your returns today without delay and avoid penalty.