{"id":29310,"date":"2025-05-18T16:45:53","date_gmt":"2025-05-18T11:15:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/?p=29310"},"modified":"2025-09-28T00:56:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T19:26:57","slug":"highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/","title":{"rendered":"Highlights Risks of filing your ITR too early for FY 2024-25"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dc4b1855aa1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Dont_rush_to_file_your_ITR\" title=\"Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR\">Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#What_Can_Happen_If_You_File_Early\" title=\"What Can Happen If You File Early\">What Can Happen If You File Early<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Whats_the_Issue\" title=\"What&#8217;s the Issue?\">What&#8217;s the Issue?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#What_if_You_File_Early\" title=\"What if You File Early?\">What if You File Early?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#What_Should_You_Do\" title=\"What Should You Do?\">What Should You Do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#5_lesser-known_tax-saving_avenues_to_reduce_your_income_tax_liability_for_FY_2024-25_AY_2025-26_Quick_about_deduction_can_be_claim\" title=\"5 lesser-known tax-saving avenues to reduce your income tax liability for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) Quick about deduction can be claim :\">5 lesser-known tax-saving avenues to reduce your income tax liability for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) Quick about deduction can be claim :<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Checklist_for_Salaried_Employee_in_New_Regime_FY_2025-26\" title=\"Checklist for Salaried Employee in New Regime (FY 2025-26)\">Checklist for Salaried Employee in New Regime (FY 2025-26)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Income_Tax_Return_ITR_Due_Dates_for_AY2025%E2%80%9326_corresponding_to_Financial_Year_FY_2024%E2%80%9325_for_various_taxpayer_categories\" title=\"Income Tax Return (ITR) Due Dates for A.Y.2025\u201326 corresponding to Financial Year (F.Y.) 2024\u201325 for various taxpayer categories:\">Income Tax Return (ITR) Due Dates for A.Y.2025\u201326 corresponding to Financial Year (F.Y.) 2024\u201325 for various taxpayer categories:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_While_Filing_ITR_%E2%80%93_For_FY_2024%E2%80%9325_AY_2025%E2%80%9326\" title=\"Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filing ITR &#8211; For FY 2024\u201325 \/ AY 2025\u201326\">Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filing ITR &#8211; For FY 2024\u201325 \/ AY 2025\u201326<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#Quick_Tips_for_Error-Free_ITR_Filing-_Tips_to_Avoid_Mistakes\" title=\"Quick Tips for Error-Free ITR Filing- Tips to Avoid Mistakes\">Quick Tips for Error-Free ITR Filing- Tips to Avoid Mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/highlights-risks-of-filing-your-itr-too-early-for-fy-2024-25\/#ITR_Due_Dates_for_AY_2025-26_FY_2024-25\" title=\"ITR Due Dates for A.Y. 2025-26 (F.Y. 2024-25)\">ITR Due Dates for A.Y. 2025-26 (F.Y. 2024-25)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-29312\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR.jpg\" alt=\"Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR.\" width=\"931\" height=\"1343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR.jpg 887w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR-208x300.jpg 208w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR-710x1024.jpg 710w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR-768x1108.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Dont-rush-to-file-your-ITR-800x1154.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 931px) 100vw, 931px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_rush_to_file_your_ITR\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR&#8221; highlights the risks of filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) too early, especially before Form 26AS and AIS (Annual Information Statement) are fully updated.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Happen_If_You_File_Early\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>What Can Happen If You File Early<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Mismatch risk: TDS and income details in your return may not match Form 26AS\/AIS.<\/li>\n<li>TDS and SFT data deadline: 31st May, but it takes about a week to reflect in AIS.<\/li>\n<li>Early ITR filing may be technically possible on the portal, but it\u2019s not advisable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_Issue\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>What&#8217;s the Issue?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The tax paid and income details you file may differ from records available to the IT Department.<\/li>\n<li>This mismatch can trigger:\n<ul>\n<li>Notices from the IT Department<\/li>\n<li>Revised return filing<\/li>\n<li>Higher tax implications if revised after 31st December (due to interest + penalty).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_You_File_Early\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>What if You File Early?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Risk of under-reporting or incorrect TDS\/income.<\/li>\n<li>TDS not reflected yet \u2192 revised return needed once it appears.<\/li>\n<li>Filing updated return after 31st Dec 2025 means extra cost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Do\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>What Should You Do?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Wait for Form 26AS &amp; AIS to get fully updated \u2014 usually by 15 June.<\/li>\n<li>Use the time to compile and reconcile your financial data.<\/li>\n<li>If needed, file a revised return before 31st Dec to avoid penalties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 336px;\" width=\"891\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Action<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Recommendation<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>File ITR before June 15<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Avoid \u2014 Data mismatch risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>File ITR after June 15<\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Safer \u2014 Form 26AS\/AIS updated<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>File revised return after Dec 31<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Avoid \u2014 Interest + penalty<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>File revised return by Dec 31<\/td>\n<td>\u2705 Allowed without extra cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_lesser-known_tax-saving_avenues_to_reduce_your_income_tax_liability_for_FY_2024-25_AY_2025-26_Quick_about_deduction_can_be_claim\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>5 lesser-known tax-saving avenues to reduce your income tax liability for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) Quick about deduction can be claim :<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 398px;\" width=\"865\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td>Section<\/td>\n<td>Purpose<\/td>\n<td>Deduction Limit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>80E<\/td>\n<td>Education loan interest<\/td>\n<td>No limit (interest only)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80TTA \/ 80TTB<\/td>\n<td>Savings\/Deposit interest<\/td>\n<td>\u20b910,000 \/ \u20b950,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80DD<\/td>\n<td>Maintenance of disabled dependent<\/td>\n<td>\u20b975,000 \/ \u20b91,25,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80GGC<\/td>\n<td>Donation to political parties<\/td>\n<td>100% (non-cash)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80RRB<\/td>\n<td>Royalty\/patent income<\/td>\n<td>Up to \u20b93,00,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checklist_for_Salaried_Employee_in_New_Regime_FY_2025-26\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Checklist for Salaried Employee in New Regime (FY 2025-26)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29307\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48.jpg\" alt=\"Checklist for Salaried Employee in New Regime (FY 2025-26)\" width=\"1251\" height=\"1251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48.jpg 1251w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/photo_2025-05-18_16-08-48-800x800.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1251px) 100vw, 1251px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Opt for Corporate NPS (National Pension Scheme) : Claim tax benefit under section 80CCD(2) on employer&#8217;s contribution. Deduction up to 14% of basic salary is allowed (for central government employees) or up to 10% (for others).<\/li>\n<li>Disclose All Additional Incomes: Include Dividend Income, Rental Income, and Interest Income from Banks, etc., in your return.<\/li>\n<li>TDS on House Rent: Deduct 2% TDS if you are paying house rent above \u20b950,000\/month under section 194-IB.<\/li>\n<li>Post Office Interest Income: Exempt up to:\n<ul>\n<li>\u20b93,500 per year (single account)<\/li>\n<li>\u20b97,000 per year (joint account)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Interest in Home Loan: If you earn rental income, then deduct home loan interest under Income from House Property. (Note: Deduction under section 24(b) for self-occupied property is not allowed in the new regime.)<\/li>\n<li>LTCG on Shares: Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) on sale of listed shares\/stocks are exempt up to \u20b91.25 lakh\/year under section 112A.<\/li>\n<li>Advance Tax Payment: Pay your advance tax timely to avoid interest under section 234B &amp; 234C for delayed payments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Income_Tax_Return_ITR_Due_Dates_for_AY2025%E2%80%9326_corresponding_to_Financial_Year_FY_2024%E2%80%9325_for_various_taxpayer_categories\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Income Tax Return (ITR) Due Dates for A.Y.2025\u201326 corresponding to Financial Year (F.Y.) 2024\u201325 for various taxpayer categories:<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29313\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25.jpg\" alt=\"Income Tax Return Due Dates for A.Y. 2025-26 (F.Y. 2024-25)\" width=\"1198\" height=\"783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25.jpg 1198w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25-1024x669.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Income-Tax-Return-Due-Dates-for-A.Y.-2025-26-F.Y.-2024-25-800x523.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_While_Filing_ITR_%E2%80%93_For_FY_2024%E2%80%9325_AY_2025%E2%80%9326\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filing ITR &#8211; For FY 2024\u201325 \/ AY 2025\u201326<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Wrong Selection of ITR Form : Using an incorrect form (e.g., ITR-1 instead of ITR-2 for capital gains) may lead to defective return notices u\/s 139(9). Always check eligibility before choosing the ITR form.<\/li>\n<li>Missing the ITR Deadline : Leads to penalties and interest on tax dues.<\/li>\n<li>Ignoring TDS\/TCS Credits : Not claiming them increases your tax liability.<\/li>\n<li>Not Disclosing All Bank Accounts : Must report all active and dormant accounts.<\/li>\n<li>Mismatch Between Form 26AS \/ AIS \/ TIS and ITR : Income reflected in Form 26AS, AIS (Annual Information Statement), and TIS (Taxpayer Information Summary) must match what you report. Missing FD interest, dividend, or TDS mismatch often triggers scrutiny.<\/li>\n<li>Overlooking Foreign Assets\/Income : Must report foreign bank accounts, property, income.<\/li>\n<li>Not Reporting All Bank Accounts : It is mandatory to report all active bank accounts (including joint accounts) &amp; Not disclosing may cause compliance issues.<\/li>\n<li>Omitting Interest Income : Many taxpayers forget to report Savings account interest (though up to INR 10,000 deductible u\/s 80TTA), FD\/RD interest &amp; Interest on bonds\/NSCs.<\/li>\n<li>Wrong Claim of Deductions\/Exemptions: Claiming deductions (like 80C, 80D, 24(b)) without supporting proofs &amp; Claiming HRA, LTA, or 80G donations incorrectly.<\/li>\n<li>Not Verifying ITR : Filing is incomplete without verification via Aadhaar OTP, Net Banking, EVC, or ITR-V.<\/li>\n<li>Not Disclosing Capital Gains : Sale of shares, mutual funds, property, or even crypto must be reported &amp; Many taxpayers miss reporting small gains\/losses, leading to notices.<\/li>\n<li>Failure to Report Foreign Assets &amp; Income : NRIs and residents with foreign income\/assets must disclose under Schedule FA. &amp; Non-disclosure can lead to penalty under the Black Money Act.<\/li>\n<li>Not Reconciling TDS Credits : Claiming excess TDS than reflected in 26AS\/AIS \u2192 refund rejection &amp; Always verify before claiming.<\/li>\n<li>Wrong ITR Form : Using the wrong form can cause rejection or scrutiny.<\/li>\n<li>Reporting Incorrect Income : Mismatches in salary, interest, capital gains can trigger notices.<\/li>\n<li>Errors in Claiming Deductions : Mistakes in Section 80C, 80D, 80E claims.<\/li>\n<li>Not E-verifying ITR : Filing is incomplete without e-verification (Aadhaar OTP, net banking, DSC, or ITR-V signed and sent to CPC within 30 days) &amp; Unverified ITR = treated as not filed.<\/li>\n<li>Incorrect Bank Details : Wrong IFSC or account number delays refund processing &amp; Always double-check before submission.<\/li>\n<li>Missing the Due Date : Filing after due date = late fees (INR 1,000\/INR 5,000 u\/s 234F), loss of carry-forward of certain losses, and interest u\/s 234A\/B\/C.<\/li>\n<li>Not Matching Tax Paid vs. Tax Liability : Reconcile advance tax, self-assessment tax, TDS.<\/li>\n<li>Errors in Bank Details : Wrong account number or IFSC delays refunds.<\/li>\n<li>Not Disclosing Exempt Income : Agricultural income, PPF interest, or maturity proceeds of LIC (exempt u\/s 10) must still be reported under \u201cExempt Income\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>Ignoring Clubbing of Income : Income of spouse\/minor child from assets gifted must be clubbed with taxpayer\u2019s income u\/s 64.<\/li>\n<li>Failing to Report Capital Gains :Must report sale of property, shares, mutual funds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Tips_for_Error-Free_ITR_Filing-_Tips_to_Avoid_Mistakes\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Quick Tips for Error-Free ITR Filing- Tips to Avoid Mistakes<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Cross-check Form 16, 26AS, AIS before filing<\/li>\n<li>Keep documents &amp; proofs ready<\/li>\n<li>Use online ITR utility or professional help for complex cases<\/li>\n<li>Download AIS &amp; 26AS and reconcile before filing.<\/li>\n<li>Cross-check Form 16 vs. ITR entries.<\/li>\n<li>Keep proof of deductions &amp; exemptions handy.<\/li>\n<li>Prefer filing well before due date to avoid last-minute errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ITR_Due_Dates_for_AY_2025-26_FY_2024-25\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>ITR Due Dates for A.Y. 2025-26 (F.Y. 2024-25)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Taxpayer Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Original Due Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Revised Return Due Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Belated Return Due Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>A. Company<\/td>\n<td>31\/10\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B. Other than Company <em>(where audit is applicable)<\/em><\/td>\n<td>31\/10\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C. Partner of Firm <em>(where audit is applicable)<\/em><\/td>\n<td>31\/10\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D. Transfer Pricing (Section 92E)<\/td>\n<td>30\/11\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other than A\/B\/C\/D <em>(Individuals &amp; Non-Audit Cases)<\/em><\/td>\n<td>31\/07\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<td>31\/12\/2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Key Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Belated and Revised Returns must be filed by 31st December 2025, regardless of the original due date.<\/li>\n<li>Audit applicability extends the original due date to 31st October 2025.<\/li>\n<li>Transfer Pricing cases under Section 92E have an extended deadline of 30th November 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR Don\u2019t rush to file your ITR&#8221; highlights the risks of filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) too early, especially before Form 26AS and AIS (Annual Information Statement) are fully updated. 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