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FAQ

What is the due date for filing an income-tax return for individuals?

31 July following the end of the year, for individuals whose accounts are not required to be audited.

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Direct answer

31 July following the end of the year, for individuals whose accounts are not required to be audited.

Detailed explanation

Audit cases have 31 October and transfer pricing cases 30 November. Belated or revised returns can be filed until 31 December. These are statutory dates; check the Due Dates calendar for any official extension.

Applicability

Individuals and HUFs not liable to audit

Exceptions

Extended only by an official CBDT notification or order.

Legal references

Section 139(1), 139(4), 139(5), Income-tax Act, 1961

Applicable period

Recurring annually

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