The Income Tax Department has confirmed that today, September 15, is the final deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year 2025–26, dismissing social media claims of an extension until September 30.
In an official statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the department clarified: “A fake news is in circulation stating that the due date of filing ITRs (originally due on 31.07.2025, and extended to 15.09.2025) has been further extended to 30.09.2025. The due date for filing ITRs remains 15.09.2025.”
Taxpayers have been urged to rely only on updates from the verified handle @IncomeTaxIndia and not fall for unverified posts.
The I-T department further assured citizens that its helpdesk is operating 24×7, providing assistance through calls, live chats, WebEx sessions, and X for filing, payments, and related queries.
On Saturday, the department revealed that over 6 crore ITRs had already been filed for the current assessment year, thanking both taxpayers and professionals for helping reach the milestone.
“We urge all those who haven’t filed yet to do so at the earliest to avoid last-minute rush,” the department said.
With Monday marking the final opportunity to file, the department has reminded taxpayers that delays could invite penalties and interest charges.
