The Income Tax Department has extended the last date to proceed with the ITR filing by one more day. According to the latest information, taxpayers can file their taxes by September 16.
Despite the relief, many taxpayers are facing last-minute glitches on the official e-filing portal. This raises the next question: What happens if taxes are not filed by September 16?
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The due date for filing of Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for AY 2025-26, originally due on 31st July 2025, was extended to 15th September 2025.
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Taxpayers should ensure they file their taxes before 12 midnight on September 16 to avoid penalties.
On filing taxes after the stipulated deadline, the Income Tax Department will levy a penalty that will depend on the individual's income level.
If your total income is below Rs 5 lakh, a late fee of Rs 1000 will be charged.
If your total income is above Rs 5 lakh, a late fee of Rs 5000 will be charged.
Apart from the late fees, if you have any unpaid taxes, interest too will be charged at a rate of 1 per cent per month under Section 234A.
If the ITR is filed after the deadline, the taxpayer cannot carry forward some losses to future years. However, losses from house property can still be carried forward.
Steps to file ITR before the deadline:
If you are a new user, ensure that you register yourself on the official website with your PAN card number as your login ID and set a password.
Once registered, users can log in to the e-filing portal with their login ID and password and select the respective assessment year.
Choose online filing and proceed to select the required filing category.
Taxpayers are required to choose the right ITR form based on their transactions and income sources.
Furnish the required information and submit the form after checking.
E-verify the form to validate your return.
