{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Over 4 Crore Tax Returns Filed Ahead of July 31 Deadline Amid Nirmala Sitharaman's Call to Action",
  "summary": "More than 4 crore income tax returns have been submitted for financial year 2025-26 ahead of the July 31 deadline.",
  "content": "The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the financial year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27) is fast approaching, with July 31 set as the final submission date for individual taxpayers not subject to audit. The Income Tax Department announced on Monday that over 4 crore tax returns have already been successfully submitted. Tax authorities are urging taxpayers across the country to file their returns well ahead of the cutoff date to prevent last-minute server overloads, website slowdowns, and potential technical glitches that frequently occur when traffic peaks near the deadline.\n\nSurge in Filing Volumes and Portal Activity\nEarlier metrics released by the Income Tax Department in a social media update on July 11 indicated that 1.7 crore returns had been filed up to July 10. Highlighting the increasing pace of submissions, the department noted that more than 10 lakh returns were logged on July 10 alone. Official communications have repeatedly advised citizens not to delay their filings until the final hours, emphasizing that completing the process early ensures smooth verification and avoids processing delays.\n\nEligibility Breakdown for ITR-1 and ITR-2 Forms\nThe July 31 cutoff specifically applies to individual taxpayers submitting income details for FY 2025-26 using forms ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-2. Understanding which form applies is crucial for accurate filing\n\n• ITR-1 (Sahaj): Designed as a simplified option for small and salaried taxpayers, this form is applicable to resident individuals with a total annual income of up to Rs 50 lakh. Eligible income sources include salary or pension, income from a single house property, and agricultural income up to Rs 5,000 per year.\n• ITR-2: This form is designated for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who do not have income generated from a business or profession. It applies to those who have earned income through capital gains from investments, multiple house properties, or foreign assets.\n\nFinance Minister Urges Sensitive and Timely Citizen Service\nAddressing Income Tax Department officials on Sunday, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the need for a proactive and citizen-centric approach in tax administration. The Finance Minister stated that members of the public should not be forced to wander from door to door to get their tax matters resolved. She called upon tax officials to ensure time-bound, sensitive, and fair disposal of taxpayers' grievances and routine filings strictly within the framework of existing regulations.\n\nOfficial E-Filing Access Link\nTaxpayers seeking to complete their tax filing for Assessment Year 2026-27 can visit the official e-filing portal at https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: Submitting returns well before July 31 helps avoid last-minute portal slowdowns and ensures quicker processing of tax refunds.\n• For Taxpayers: Missing the July 31 cutoff can result in late filing penalties, so choosing the appropriate form and completing the submission early is advised.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. What is the deadline for filing ITR for FY 2025-26?\nThe deadline for filing Income Tax Returns for FY 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27) is July 31.\n\n2. How many tax returns have been filed so far?\nThe Income Tax Department confirmed that over 4 crore income tax returns have been filed so far.\n\n3. Who is eligible to file form ITR-1 (Sahaj)?\nITR-1 is meant for individuals with annual income up to Rs 50 lakh derived from salary, one house property, and agricultural income up to Rs 5,000.\n\n4. Who should submit form ITR-2?\nITR-2 is intended for individuals and HUFs who do not have income from business or profession, but have capital gains.\n\n5. What directive did Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman issue to tax officials?\nFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman directed officials to resolve taxpayers' issues in a sensitive and time-bound manner so citizens do not have to wander door to door.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/money/nirmala-sitharaman-ki-apila-ke-bicha-31-julai-ki-sima-se-pahale-4-karora-se-adhika-aitiara-dakhila-10672",
  "category": "Money",
  "publishedAt": "2026-07-27",
  "tags": [
    "ITR Filing",
    "Income Tax Return",
    "Nirmala Sitharaman",
    "FY 2025-26",
    "Income Tax Department"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}