Income Tax Return Filing Deadlines and Guidelines for AY 2026-27 Announced
For assessment year 2026-27, freelancers and small business taxpayers must file income tax returns using appropriate forms like ITR-3 or ITR-4 by August 31, 2026. The deadline for tax audit reports is September 30, 2026, with an extended ITR filing deadline of October 31 for those requiring audits. Over 6.5 crore ITRs have been filed so far, and the Income Tax Department advises timely submission to avoid last-minute delays. Eligibility for tax audits and form selection depends on turnover and income reporting methods.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 46/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, moneycontrol. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 21 Aug, 01:57 pm. Other outlets followed.