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ITR Filing Deadline 2026
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As the July 31 deadline approaches, multiple outlets highlight penalties (late fees, interest), e-verification necessity, and consequences of missing the due date, with over 3 crore ITRs already filed. Taxpayers are urged to complete filing and verification to avoid invalid returns.
How it unfolded
3d ago
Only 5 days left for ITR filing deadline
4d ago
Consequences of missing July 31 deadline
6d ago
Penalties for missing ITR deadline outlined
23 Jul 2026
Over 3 crore ITRs filed before deadline
22 Jul 2026
ITR e-verification deadline explained
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Full story →5 common ITR filing mistakes to avoid before July 31
Taxpayers must reconcile Form 26AS, Annual Information Statement (AIS), and Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS) before submitting ITR.
Salary-only reporting is a common mistake; interest, dividends, rental income, freelance earnings, and capital gains must also be disclosed.
Mismatches between ITR and AIS/Form 26AS can trigger additional tax demands or scrutiny.
Choosing the wrong ITR form (e.g., using ITR-1 when capital gains or foreign assets exist) can delay processing.
Taxpayers must complete e-verification after filing or face refund delays or notices.
Earlier · 5d ago
Full story →A look at most common income tax penalties as ITR filing deadline approaches
Filing ITR after the July 31 deadline incurs a penalty under Section 234F, up to ₹5,000 (₹1,000 if total income ≤ ₹5 lakh).
Delayed revised return filing triggers a Section 234-I penalty of ₹1,000 or ₹5,000, depending on income.
Under-reported or misreported income can lead to a Section 270A penalty of 50% to 200% of the tax payable.
Receiving ₹2 lakh or more in cash in violation of rules attracts a penalty equal to the amount under Sections 269ST and 271DA.
Failure to pay self-assessment tax can result in a penalty up to the outstanding tax amount under Sections 140A and 221.