CBDT Extends Income Tax Return Filing Deadline for AY 2025–26 to September 15: Key Highlights, Analysis, and Implications
IntroductionThe Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has extended the last date for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2025–26. Initially set for July 31, 2025, the deadline has now been moved to