CBDT extends ITR filing deadline to September 15, 2025, from the earlier July 31, citing system and form updates.
Taxpayers can file returns via the official portal using PAN-linked login; Aadhaar verification is crucial.
Includes all steps—from choosing the right ITR form to verifying returns and downloading your ITR copy post-filing.
Filing your ITR for the first time? Any individual with an income of 2.5 lakh and above can file an ITR. This year, the Income Tax Department has extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) till September 15, 2025. Typically, the last date to file ITR is July 31. The extension will provide more time, ensuring a smoother and more accurate filing experience for everyone. Notably, taxpayers can file the ITR online from the comfort of their home. They just need PAN, Aadhaar, Form 16, investment declaration and Bank Account details.
SurveyTaxpayers who have not yet filed their returns can follow these simple steps to file their ITR.
How to file your ITR for FY 2024–25?
Step 1: Log in to the e-filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in
Step 2: Use your PAN-linked user ID and password. Ensure PAN is active and linked with Aadhaar.
Step 3: Next, go to e-File > Income Tax Returns > File Income Tax Return
Step 4: Now, select Assessment Year: 2025-26 and choose Online Mode.
Step 5: Select your filing status- Individual/HUF/Others and proceed.
Step 6: Choose the applicable ITR form and enter the required details like income, deductions, and tax details. Confirm all sections before proceeding.
Step 7: If tax is due, use the e-pay Tax service and once done, return to complete the filing.
Step 8: Next, preview and submit. If no tax is due or a refund is applicable, you can directly preview and submit.
Step 9. Confirm the summary of your returns, validate all the details submitted by you and provide your bank account information.
Step 10: Now, verify your return within the time period of 30 days by using Aadhaar OTP, electronic verification code (EVC), or Net Banking. This is the last and most crucial step, as failing to do so may lead to cancellation of ITR filing.
Once the ITR e-filing is done, you can even download a copy of it. Here’s how you can do it.
How to download the ITR copy
- Log in to the e-filing portal.
- Click View Returns/Forms and select Income Tax Returns.
- Choose the relevant assessment year and click Submit.
- Click on the ITR-V Acknowledgement Number.
- Download the PDF of the ITR-V for your records.
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