ITR Deadline extended: Big relief for taxpayers, ITR filing deadline extended in these states

ITR Deadline: The Punjab-Haryana and Himachal Pradesh High Courts have extended the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for tax audit cases from October 31, 2025, to November 30, 2025.

ITR Deadline extended: Good news has arrived for taxpayers, as the Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh High Courts have extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) in tax audit cases from October 31 to November 30, 2025. This decision came after hearing petitions from tax professionals and associations, in which the court clearly stated that a gap of at least one month is required between the tax audit report and the filing of the ITR.

What does this decision mean?

Taxpayers who are working partners of companies, proprietorship firms, or partnership firms whose accounts are subject to a tax audit will now have an additional month to file their ITR. This will facilitate tax filing and avoid losses or penalties. The Punjab and Haryana High Courts have also directed the CBDT that failure to comply with court orders will be considered contempt of court.

Preparations in Other High Courts

The Delhi High Court is also hearing the same issue, where tax professionals have sought an extension of the deadline. It is expected that this will provide relief to taxpayers without Delhi and other High Courts agreeing on this matter. If this happens, taxpayers will receive a uniform extension for ITR filing across the country.

Tax Penalties and Late Filing

If you fail to file your ITR on time, you can file an updated return later under Section 139(8A). Although late filing attracts penalties such as interest and fines under Sections 234A and 234F, the extended deadline has increased the likelihood of timely filing.

This decision has provided significant relief to taxpayers and will reduce the burden of ITR filing, allowing them to comply with tax rules properly.

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