Requesting an extension of the income tax filing due date as the government portal has been facing persistent technical issues. Taxpayers are unable to file returns despite repeated attempts. Kindly consider an extension #extend_ITR_TAR_duedates#INCOMETAXPORTAL#incometaxduedate
Subject: Request for Urgent Extension of Income Tax Return Due Date
Hon'ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Ji, @nsitharamanoffc@nsitharaman@IncomeTaxIndia@PMOIndia@FinMinIndia
I am writing on behalf of taxpayers and tax professionals to urgently request an extension of the Income Tax Return (ITR) due date from September 15, 2025, to September 30, 2025.
This appeal is based on significant challenges faced during the current filing season:
* Delayed ITR Forms: The late release of ITR utilities and audit forms in July-August 2025 has compressed the compliance window, making it nearly impossible to file accurately within the given timeframe.
* Persistent Portal Glitches: The tax portal continues to suffer from frequent downtimes, schema validation errors, and technical issues. These glitches disrupt the filing process and cause significant frustration.
* Data Mismatches: Taxpayers are struggling with persistent mismatches in the Annual Information Statement (AIS) data, particularly concerning TDS and other financial transactions. Rectifying these errors adds considerable time and effort to the filing process.
* Overlapping Deadlines: The current timeline overlaps with other critical statutory filings, creating immense pressure and a high-stress environment for both professionals and taxpayers.
An extension is not a mere convenience but a necessity to ensure that taxpayers can comply with the law accurately and without undue hardship. Granting this extension would align with the government's stated objective of promoting "Ease of Doing Business."
We kindly request your immediate intervention and look forward to a favorable decision.
Thank you.