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Income Tax Return (ITR )Compliance Calendar FY 2025 26

Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) on time is essential to avoid penalties and ensure smooth tax compliance. Understanding the Monthly ITR Filing Deadline for different categories of taxpayers can help you stay prepared. Below is a month wise breakdown of the ITR return last date for the Financial Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27).

Introduction

Following the income tax return ITR compliance calendar helps individuals and businesses avoid penalties and manage filings on time. The Financial Year 2025–26 has specific monthly deadlines for TDS, TCS, advance tax, and ITR submissions. This guide provides a simple and accurate month-wise compliance calendar for FY 2025–26, verified with the Income Tax Department. It helps taxpayers stay prepared and plan their filings without last-minute stress.

 

In Brief

  • The income tax return ITR compliance calendar includes monthly TDS and TCS payment deadlines.
  • ITR filing deadlines fall on 31 July 2026, 31 October 2026, and 31 December 2026.
  • Tax audit reports must be filed by 30 September 2025.
  • Advance tax payment dates apply in June, September, December, and March.
  • Penalties apply for delayed filing under Section 234F and interest under Section 234A.

Month wise ITR Compliance Calendar 2025-26 with Due Dates

Due Date Compliance Period Applicable To
7.04.25 TCS Deposit March 2025  TCS Collectors
30.04.25 TDS Deposit March 2025 TDS Collectors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 May 2025

TDS deposit

April 2025

TDS Deductors

7 May 2025

TCS deposit

April 2025

TCS Collectors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 June 2025

TDS deposit

May 2025

TDS deductors

7 June 2025

TCS deposit

May 2025

TCS collectors

15 June 2025

Advance Tax 1st Installment

FY 2025 26

Taxpayers liable to advance tax

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 July 2025

TDS deposit

June 2025

TDS Deductors

7 July 2025

TCS deposit

June 2025

TCS Collectors

31 July 2026

ITR Filing for Non Audit Cases

FY 2025 26

Individuals, HUFs and Firms not under audit

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 August 2025

TDS deposit

July 2025

TDS deductors

7 August 2025

TCS deposit

July 2025

TCS collectors

15 August 2025

TDS Certificates Issuance

Q1

Employers and Deductors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 September 2025

TDS deposit

August 2025

TDS deductors

7 September 2025

TCS deposit

August 2025

TCS collectors

15 September 2025

Advance Tax 2nd Installment

FY 2025 26

All taxpayers under advance tax

30 September 2025

Tax Audit Report Filing

FY 2025 26

Businesses and professionals requiring audit

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 October 2025

TDS deposit

September 2025

TDS deductors

7 October 2025

TCS deposit

September 2025

TCS collectors

31 October 2026

ITR Filing for Audit Cases

FY 2025 26

Companies, Firms, LLPs and other audit cases

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 November 2025

TDS deposit

October 2025

TDS deductors

7 November 2025

TCS deposit

October 2025

TCS collectors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 December 2025

TDS deposit

November 2025

TDS deductors

7 December 2025

TCS deposit

November 2025

TCS collectors

15 December 2025

Advance Tax 3rd Installment

FY 2025 26

Applicable taxpayers

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 January 2026

TDS deposit

December 2025

TDS deductors

7 January 2026

TCS deposit

December 2025

TCS collectors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 February 2026

TDS deposit

January 2026

TDS deductors

7 February 2026

TCS deposit

January 2026

TCS collectors

Due Date

Compliance

Period

Applicable To

7 March 2026

TDS deposit

February 2026

TDS deductors

7 March 2026

TCS deposit

February 2026

TCS collectors

15 March 2026

Advance Tax 4th Installment

FY 2025 26

All advance tax payers

31 December 2026

Belated or Revised ITR Filing

FY 2025 26

All taxpayers

LLP Annual Filing, Pvt Ltd annual filing, and OPC Annual Return ensure compliance by submitting ITRs on time. Pvt Ltd companies and OPC file ITR-6, while LLPs file ITR-5, maintaining financial transparency and legal credibility.

Late Filing Penalties and Interest   

Penalty Under Section 234F   

  • ₹5,000 penalty applies if the ITR is filed after 31 July 2026 but before 31 December 2026.

  • You cannot file the return after 31 December 2026.

 Interest Under Section 234A   

  • Interest at 1 percent per month applies on unpaid taxes.

 Additional Issues   

  • Refund interest may reduce or get blocked.

  • Losses cannot be carried forward.

  • Loan or visa applications may get affected.

 How Ebizfiling Helps You Follow the Income Tax Return ITR Compliance Calendar ?

  • Ebizfiling tracks every ITR, TDS and TCS deadline for the entire financial year.

  • We prepare all documents and file your returns before the due date.

  • Our team supports individuals, startups, LLPs and companies with complete tax compliance.

  • We help reduce penalties by ensuring all filings are accurate and on time.

  • You get end to end assistance for managing monthly and annual tax obligations.

In short ,

The income tax return ITR compliance calendar for FY 2025 26 helps taxpayers organize their filings and avoid penalties. Keep track of monthly TDS and TCS deadlines, advance tax dates and ITR filing months. Following this timeline ensures accurate filing and smooth financial planning. Always refer to the Income Tax Department for any revised notifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions on ITR Compliance Calendar for FY 2025–26

1. What is the ITR filing deadline for individuals for FY 2025–26?

The last date for individuals, HUFs, and partnership firms not requiring audit is 31 July 2026. Filing before this date helps avoid late fees and interest.

2. What is the ITR filing deadline for companies and audit cases?

If your business requires a tax audit, the ITR must be filed by 31 October 2026. This applies to companies, LLPs, firms, and individuals covered under audit rules.

3. What is the last date to file a belated return for FY 2025–26?

If you miss the normal deadline, you can file a belated or revised return until 31 December 2026. Filing after this date is not permitted by the Income Tax Department.

4. Is TDS due every month?

Yes, TDS must be deposited by the 7th of the following month. For example, TDS deducted in April must be deposited by 7 May.

5. Is TCS due every month?

Yes, TCS must be deposited by the 7th of the next month. This due date applies to all categories of TCS.

6. When is the tax audit report due for FY 2025–26?

Tax audit reports must be filed by 30 September 2025 for businesses and professionals covered under audit provisions. This is mandatory before filing the audited ITR.

7. What are the advance tax payment dates?

Advance tax is paid in four installments: 15 June 2025, 15 September 2025, 15 December 2025, and 15 March 2026. Timely payment helps avoid interest under Sections 234B and 234C.

8. What is the penalty for late ITR filing?

A late fee of ₹5,000 applies under Section 234F if the return is filed after 31 July 2026 but before 31 December 2026. Filing after 31 December is not allowed.

9. Can I carry forward losses if I miss the ITR filing deadline?

No, late filing does not allow carry forward of business or capital losses, which can affect future tax planning and increase tax liability.

10. Does Ebizfiling provide monthly tax compliance support?

Yes, Ebizfiling assists with monthly TDS and TCS payments, quarterly returns, and ITR filing. Our team tracks due dates and ensures timely compliance to avoid penalties.

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