If you have not yet filed your income tax return (ITR), then this news is very important for you. 15 September 2025 is the last date to file ITR. Earlier this deadline was 31 July, which was increased to 15 September. In such a situation, there are only a few hours left and millions of taxpayers are engaged on the portal so that they can complete their filing on time. If you are avoiding this work till now, then be careful, because you may have to face heavy late fees and other problems when late.
These problems are facing while filing ITR
Like every year, this time too, the server is getting slow due to the huge crowd on the portal on the last day. Many people have complained on social media that there is difficulty in downloading the form or the website hangs again and again. Many users have demanded to increase the deadline, but the Income Tax Department has made it clear that no decision has been taken to extend any date yet. The department also said that the news that is going on to increase the deadline is completely wrong and rumored. So if you have not yet filled it, then complete it in time.
Which ITR form is right for you?
The Income Tax Department has issued separate ITR forms for different categories of taxpayers. You need to choose the right form so that your filing can be done correctly.
- ITR-1 (spontaneous): For those who have income of up to 50 lakh rupees.
- ITR-2: Those people and Huf whose income is not from business or profession and does not join ITR-1.
- ITR-3: For those whose income is from business or profession.
- ITR-4: Small business and professional whose income is up to 50 lakhs and capital gains up to 1.25 lakhs.
- ITR-V: This form is only acknowledgment generated after filing.
Step-by-step method to file ITR
To file the return, first go to the income tax e-filing portal www.incometax.gov.in. Login with your PAN number and password there. After this, choose the correct ITR form. Then choose the Income Tax Return in the e-file. In the next step, your form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS) will automatically be filled, which look carefully. If any information is wrong, edit it. After this, cross your Form 16 carefully and then submit the form. Keep in mind that it is not enough to file only, you will also have to do e-verification. E-verification can be done with Aadhaar OTP, Netbanking or Digital Signature.
How much penalty will be imposed on late filing?
If you file after September 15, then your return will be considered as a balanced return and you will be charged late fees.
- Those whose income is more than Rs 5 lakh, will have to pay a fine of Rs 5000.
- Those whose income is up to Rs 5 lakh, will have to pay a fine of Rs 1000.
Apart from this, the delay can also impose interest on filing and can also lose the benefit of many tax exemptions.
Documents required for ITR filing
There is no Bhagam Bhag at the last moment, so keep these documents ready in advance.
- PAN and Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account Details & IFSC Code
- Form 16 for salary
- Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS)
- Proof related to investment and insurance
- Rental bill or home loan document (if claiming)
- Capital Gain statement (if applied)
Why is ITR filing necessary on time?
Filing ITR is not just to complete tax duty, but it is also a proof of your income. It is helpful in applying loan, credit card, visa. Also, fine can be avoided by paying on time and tax refund is also received quickly.