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Taxpayers Get Extra Day as ITR Filing Deadline Extended to Sep 16

No Change in Income Tax Slabs in Union Budget 2026

New Delhi, Sep 16 The Central Board of Direct Taxes has extended the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing due date for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26 from September 15 to September 16. The e-filing portal will undergo maintenance from 12:00 AM to 02:30 AM on September 16.

This extension follows an earlier one from July 31 to September 15. Over 7 crore ITRs have been filed for AY 2025-26, with the Income Tax Department thanking taxpayers and professionals. The Department has emphasized that its helpdesk is available 24×7 for assistance. Earlier, the Department had debunked rumors of the deadline being extended to September 30.