Income Tax Return Filing Deadlines and Guidelines for Assessment Year 2026-27
The deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs) for assessment year 2026-27 varies by taxpayer category. Taxpayers with business or professional income not subject to audit must file by August 31, while salaried individuals and others filing ITR-1 or ITR-2 had a July 31 deadline. Taxpayers subject to audit, including firms and companies, have until October 31. Choosing the correct ITR form (ITR-3 or ITR-4) and understanding presumptive taxation rules are crucial to avoid errors and notices.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 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 37/100.
Outlets measured: news18, mint, mint. 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
mint broke this story on 26 Aug, 12:53 pm. Other outlets followed.