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Received your Income Tax Refund? Here is how to make the most of it

As July marks peak tax season, many receive their income tax refunds. This article reveals how to turn that refund into a financial game-changer. Rather than splurging, find out how to use this influx wisely to pay off debts, bolster your emergency fund, and invest for the future.
Updated on Jul 13, 2026 12:36 pm IST

ITR filing season begins as tax department launches ITR-1, ITR-4 utilities

Taxpayers can use the Excel utilities to fill in income and tax details offline, calculate their tax liability, generate a JSON file and upload it on the e-filing portal for submission and verification. (Photo for representational purposes only)
Updated on May 15, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Pre-filled ITRs to ease filing for salaried employees under new Income Tax rules

Explaining the idea behind the new simplified rules and forms, CBDT chairman said, “The intent is how to cut down on redundant forms… and essentially, the focus is more on capturing the right information.”
Updated on Feb 10, 2026 11:59 am IST

ITR refunds: What's causing the delay? CBDT chairman shares update

CBDT chairman said that some of the income tax refund claims were identified as "high-value" or were "red-flagged" by the system due to claims of certain deductions.
Published on Nov 26, 2025 03:15 pm IST

Still awaiting Income Tax refund? Here's how to check ITR status online

More than 7.57 crore ITRs have been filed till September 23, 2025, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said.
Published on Sept 26, 2025 09:38 am IST

What happens if you miss ITR deadline? Late fees, delayed refund and more

In case a person misses filing ITR within the due date, they can still file it; however, a late fee of up to 5000 will be applied for filing later.
Published on Sept 16, 2025 09:11 am IST

Income tax department announces extension in ITR filing deadline to September 16

Income tax return deadline
Updated on Sept 17, 2025 12:06 am IST

ITR filing last date: Deadline just few hours away, IT department shares update

As of last year's deadline on 31 July, 7.28 crore ITRs had been filed.
Published on Sept 15, 2025 08:35 pm IST

ITR filing deadline on September 15, over 6 crore returns filed

Should you opt for both NPS and EPF in the new tax regime?
Published on Sept 14, 2025 10:35 am IST

Ludhiana: Advocates’ body demands extension of ITR filing deadline to December 31

The Indian Taxation Advocates Association has urged the Union finance minister to extend the due date for filing ITR for all categories of taxpayers for the financial year 2024-25 to December 31, 2025, to provide much-needed relief. (HT Photo for representation)
Published on Sept 14, 2025 03:06 am IST

ITR filing deadline: Income Tax deadline to extend? IT department shares update

The deadline to file ITRs without any penalty is September 15.
Updated on Sept 14, 2025 01:02 pm IST

ITR filing deadline approaching: Last date, penalties and other details

The extension comes after alleged delays in the availability of updated ITR forms and e-filing facilities on the Income Tax Department's portal.
Published on Sept 10, 2025 09:44 pm IST

Income tax return filing deadline extended: 10 common mistakes to avoid

Filing ITR is compulsory if your total income is over 2.5 lakh under the old tax regime, or 3 lakh under the new one.
Published on Aug 03, 2025 08:59 pm IST

ITR-3 filing open: Who can file, how to file, key rules for AY 2025-26 | Details

ITR-3 filing announcement was made on 30 July 2025 through a public notice, and is now is now available on the department’s e-filing website.
Published on Jul 30, 2025 07:32 pm IST

ITR 2025: What are the five sources of income liable for tax? Details inside

Aimed towards making tax calculation easier and more structured, taxpayers must carry out this step before calculating your income tax liability.
Published on Jul 25, 2025 08:06 pm IST

ITR filing 2025: What happens if you miss filing return before deadline?

The final date to file the ITR for them has now been moved to September 15.
Updated on Jul 24, 2025 07:17 pm IST

Here's how to file your ITR this year: Read stepwise guide

7 key points to remember when filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) this year.
Published on Jun 24, 2025 09:38 pm IST

Income tax returns filing due date extended: Step-by-step guide to file ITR

Earlier this month, CBDT introduced the new ITR Form 5 for AY 2025-26 with key changes.
Updated on May 28, 2025 03:37 pm IST

How to file Income Tax Returns without a CA: A simple guide

There are several benefits of independently filing ITRs on your own.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 08:36 am IST

Old vs new tax regime: Which is better? A comparison after Union Budget 2025

Budget 2025 offers 60,000 rebate for incomes up to 12 lakh under new tax regime. (Representational image)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 01:55 am IST

Middle class jackpot! Who saves the most under the new tax regime?

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman outside the finance ministry ahead of the presentation of the ‘Union budget 2025-26’ in New Delhi on Saturday, (Sanjeev Verma/ Hindustan Times)
Updated on Feb 01, 2025 06:35 pm IST

Govt may simplify income tax filing rules in Budget 2025: Report

Tax disputes have more than doubled to 10.5 trillion rupees ($123 billion) in the decade through the fiscal year ended March 2023.
Published on Jan 08, 2025 03:41 pm IST

Top 10 income tax changes from 2024 to look out for while filing ITR in 2025

The changes in the income tax structure can influence the deductions and exemptions taxpayers can claim when filing their income tax returns (ITR) in July 2025.
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 06:45 pm IST

Income tax dept extends belated, revised ITR deadline: Details here

This means that all those who have to file their return by December 31, but haven't done so, will get an additional two weeks to do it.
Published on Dec 31, 2024 04:14 pm IST

ITR deadline: Has income tax return deadline for audit cases been extended?

The Income Tax Department has not extended the November 15, 2024 deadline for filing income tax returns (ITR) by taxpayers subject to audit and also for other designated ones
Published on Nov 16, 2024 03:35 pm IST

ITR deadline is November 15, 2024 for these taxpayers: Check details

This ITR submission is closely related to also submitting the tax audit report, with details in the report to be referenced in the ITR. Thus, the tax audit report must also be submitted before filing the ITR.
Published on Nov 13, 2024 03:14 pm IST

26% of ITRs are yet to be processed, is yours among them? Find out why

The Income Tax Department processed 73.71% of all verified income tax returns (ITRs) as of August 22, 2024 (Pexels)
Published on Aug 23, 2024 02:39 pm IST

Got a defective ITR notice from income tax department? Why and how to rectify

The number of defective income tax return (ITR) notices has been increasing lately (Scott Graham/Representational Image/Unsplash)
Published on Aug 22, 2024 08:59 pm IST

ITR refund scam: Income Tax department warns taxpayers of fraud emails, messages

The Income Tax Department (IT) has cautioned taxpayers in an advisory to be vary of online scams from fake calls and pop-up notifications which say that they can avail tax refunds. (Representative Image/Pexels)
Published on Aug 17, 2024 02:29 pm IST

ITR 2024: Waiting for income tax refund? Tax refund rules to know about

Over 7.28 crore income tax returns filed for the financial year 2023-24. (Pexels)
Published on Aug 05, 2024 05:05 pm IST