ITR Filing Deadline 2025: Complete Guide to Avoid Penalties
Important dates, forms, and penalty structure for Income Tax Return filing
ITR Filing Deadlines FY 2024-25
Applies to salaried individuals and businesses without audit requirement
For companies and businesses requiring tax audit
Penalty for Late Filing
Filed After Due Date
₹5,000 penalty for general taxpayers
Income Below ₹5 Lakh
₹1,000 reduced penalty for small taxpayers
Which ITR Form to File?
Salary, one house property, income up to ₹50 lakh
Capital gains, multiple properties, foreign income
Business or professional income
Presumptive taxation (Section 44AD, 44ADA)
Documents Required
- ✓Form 16 (Salary)
- ✓Form 26AS (TDS)
- ✓Bank statements
- ✓Investment proofs
- ✓Capital gains statements
- ✓House property details
How to File ITR Online
Visit Income Tax Portal
Go to www.incometax.gov.in and login with credentials
Select Assessment Year
Choose Assessment Year 2025-26
Choose ITR Form
Select appropriate ITR form based on income type
Fill Details
Enter income, deductions, and tax details accurately
Validate and Submit
Verify all details and submit the return
E-verify Return
Complete verification using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, or DSC