ITR-3 & ITR-4 Filing Due Date for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27): A Complete Guide for Businesses, Professionals, and Freelancers
Income tax compliance is one of the most important responsibilities for businesses and professionals in India. Timely filing of Income Tax Returns (ITR) not only ensures legal compliance but also helps taxpayers maintain financial credibility, claim deductions, carry forward losses, and avoid penalties. For the Financial Year (FY) 2025-26 corresponding to Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27, the due date for filing ITR-3 and ITR-4 is 31st August 2026 for eligible taxpayers who are not subject to tax audit requirements. Whether you are a business owner, freelancer, consultant, professional, partnership firm, or LLP, understanding the filing requirements and preparing documents well in advance can save significant time, money, and effort. Understanding ITR-3 and ITR-4 The Income Tax Department provides different return forms based on the nature of income earned by taxpayers. What is ITR-3? ITR-3 is applicable to individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who earn income from: Pro...