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Income Tax Return Filing Due Date for AY 2026-27
Know the exact ITR filing due date for your category, salaried, business, audit, or transfer pricing, for Assessment Year 2026-27, and file on time with expert help over WhatsApp.
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Quick Answer: ITR Due Dates for AY 2026-27
For Assessment Year 2026-27 (income earned in FY 2025-26), the income tax return filing due date is 31st July 2026 for salaried individuals and taxpayers filing ITR-1 or ITR-2 without audit requirements. Taxpayers with business or professional income filing ITR-3 or ITR-4 without a tax audit have until 31st August 2026. These dates apply unless extended by the Income Tax Department.
Missing your due date can mean late fees, interest on unpaid tax, restrictions on switching to the old tax regime, and loss of the ability to carry forward certain losses. Below is the complete due date calendar for every taxpayer category, along with what to do if you miss it.
ITR Filing Due Date Calendar – AY 2026-27
| Taxpayer Category | Applicable Form | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Salaried individuals, pensioners, capital gains (non-audit) | ITR-1 / ITR-2 | 31 July 2026 |
| Business or professional income, no audit required | ITR-3 / ITR-4 | 31 August 2026 |
| Businesses and professionals requiring a tax audit | ITR-3 / ITR-5 / ITR-6 | 31 October 2026 |
| Entities requiring a transfer pricing report (Sec 92E) | ITR-5 / ITR-6 | 30 November 2026 |
| Belated return (after missing original due date) | Any applicable form | 31 December 2026 |
| Revised return (correcting an already filed ITR) | Any applicable form | 31 March 2027 |
| Updated return (ITR-U) | Any applicable form | 31 March 2031 |
*Due dates are as applicable for AY 2026-27 unless extended by the Income Tax Department. Confirm your exact category with our expert on WhatsApp.
What Happens If You Miss the ITR Due Date?
Late Filing Fee
Under Section 234F, a fee of ₹1,000 applies if total income is up to ₹5 lakh, and ₹5,000 in other cases.
Interest on Tax Due
Under Section 234A, interest at 1% per month or part month is charged on any unpaid tax amount.
No Old Regime Switch
If you file a belated return, you cannot opt for the old tax regime for that year, you are taxed under the new regime.
Loss Carry-Forward Restricted
Certain losses, such as business or capital losses, cannot be carried forward to future years if filed after the due date.
Related reading: defective return notices under Section 139, and benefits of filing your ITR on time.
How to File Your ITR Before the Due Date
1
Confirm your applicable due date
Check whether your due date is 31 July or 31 August 2026 based on your ITR form and audit status.
2
Gather your income documents
Collect your Form 16, Form 26AS, and AIS, bank statements, and investment proofs.
3
Identify the correct ITR form
Choose the right form for your income sources, salary, capital gains, business, or professional income.
4
Share documents with our team on WhatsApp
Send your PAN, Form 16, and other documents to +91 9818209246 on WhatsApp well before your deadline.
5
Review, file, and e-verify
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the income tax return filing due date for AY 2026-27?
For most salaried individuals and taxpayers filing ITR-1 or ITR-2 without an audit, the due date is 31 July 2026. Taxpayers filing ITR-3 or ITR-4 without audit requirements have until 31 August 2026.
What is the ITR due date for businesses requiring a tax audit?
Businesses and professionals whose accounts require a tax audit must file their return by 31 October 2026 for AY 2026-27.
What is the due date for taxpayers requiring a transfer pricing report?
Entities required to furnish a transfer pricing report under Section 92E have until 30 November 2026 to file their return.
What happens if I miss the original ITR due date?
You can still file a belated return by 31 December 2026, though you may have to pay a late filing fee under Section 234F and interest under Section 234A, and you lose the option to switch to the old tax regime for that year.
Can I revise my ITR after filing it?
Yes. A revised return for AY 2026-27 can be filed up to 31 March 2027, even if your original return was filed on time.
What is the last date to file an updated return (ITR-U) for AY 2026-27?
An updated return can be filed within 48 months from the end of the relevant assessment year, which is 31 March 2031 for AY 2026-27.
Will the ITR due date for AY 2026-27 be extended?
Due dates are notified by the Income Tax Department and may be extended in certain years. Any extension will be officially announced, and we will keep our customers updated on WhatsApp.
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Please message us on WhatsApp at +91 9818209246 with your category and income details. Our team will share the pricing and file your return before your applicable due date.
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