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📢 ITR Filing Due Date – FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27): 31st August 2026

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For taxpayers earning income from business or profession whose accounts are not required to be audited , the ITR filing timeline for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 has been extended to 31st August 2026 . The same due date applies, subject to the applicable conditions, to partners of firms whose accounts are not required to be audited and eligible spouses covered by the relevant provisions. This change gives eligible non-audit business and professional taxpayers additional time to organise their financial information, reconcile records, verify tax details and complete their return accurately. However, the additional time should not become a reason to postpone filing until the final days. Here is a practical guide to what taxpayers should know and prepare before the 31st August 2026 deadline. 1. Understanding FY 2025-26 and AY 2026-27 The financial year from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 is referred to as FY 2025-26 . The corresponding assessment year is AY 2026-27 , during which ...
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Ready for Accounts Finalisation? Keep These Records Ready

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For every business, accounts finalisation is an important step in maintaining accurate financial records and meeting tax and regulatory requirements . As the financial year comes to an end, businesses need to ensure that their books of accounts are complete, reconciled and supported by proper documentation. Accounts finalisation is not simply about closing the books. It involves reviewing income, expenses, assets, liabilities, receivables, payables, loans, taxes and other financial transactions to prepare reliable financial statements. If important records are missing or incomplete, the finalisation process can be delayed. It may also result in errors in financial statements, tax calculations, GST/TDS reconciliation and income tax return filing. Therefore, businesses should start preparing their documents well in advance. Why Is Accounts Finalisation Important? Finalised accounts provide a clear picture of the financial position and performance of a business. Properly prepared accounts...
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📢 Foreign Assets Disclosure Scheme, 2026: A One-Time Opportunity for Small Taxpayers

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Foreign investments and overseas assets can offer valuable financial opportunities, but they also come with important tax-reporting responsibilities. Indian taxpayers who are required to disclose foreign assets or foreign-source income must ensure that the relevant information is correctly reported in their income-tax returns. Recognising that some taxpayers may have unintentionally failed to disclose certain foreign assets or income, the Government has introduced the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme, 2026 (FAST-DS 2026) . The scheme provides a time-bound, one-time opportunity for eligible taxpayers to disclose specified foreign assets or foreign income by paying the prescribed tax or fee. The scheme comes into force on 16 August 2026 and declarations can be made up to 31 December 2026 . For taxpayers with previously undisclosed overseas holdings, this is an important compliance development that should not be ignored. 🌍 What Is FAST-DS 2026? The Foreign Asse...
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FY 2025-26 Accounts Still Pending? Finalise Them Now!

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For every business, accurate and properly maintained accounts are the foundation of sound financial management and tax compliance. As the financial year 2025-26 has ended, businesses that still have pending accounting entries, unreconciled transactions, or incomplete documentation should prioritise accounts finalisation without further delay. Waiting until the last minute to complete your books can create unnecessary pressure during ITR filing, tax audit, preparation of financial statements, and other financial requirements. It can also increase the risk of errors, mismatches, missed income or expenses, and compliance issues. If your FY 2025-26 accounts are still pending, now is the right time to review, reconcile, rectify, and finalise them. Why Is Accounts Finalisation Important? Accounts finalisation is much more than simply closing the books for the financial year. It involves reviewing financial transactions, verifying balances, making necessary adjustments, and preparing accurat...
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Avoid These Accounts Finalisation Mistakes Before Tax Filing

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Accounts finalisation is much more than closing the books at the end of the financial year. It is an important process that helps businesses understand their true financial position, prepare accurate financial statements, complete tax audit requirements where applicable, and file income tax returns correctly. When accounts are finalised without proper verification, even small errors can create bigger compliance problems. Unreconciled bank balances, GST or TDS mismatches, incorrectly recorded expenses, unverified receivables and payables, and missing loan interest are some of the common issues businesses may face. A systematic review before finalisation can help identify these issues early and provide an opportunity to correct them before tax filing. Why Proper Accounts Finalisation Matters At the end of a financial year, businesses need reliable financial information to determine revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, profit or loss, and other important financial details. Properl...
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