ITR Filing FY25 Deadline Extended To Sept 16, 2025: Here’s What You Will Pay on Different Filing Platforms

For the financial year 2024-25 (assessment year 2025-26), the last date to file Income Tax Returns (ITR) for individuals not liable for tax audit is September 16, 2025. Taxpayers can file returns for free on the Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal, either by themselves or with help from a Chartered Accountant (CA).

Free vs Paid Filing Options for ITR Filing FY25

Filing through the official tax portal is free. However, many people prefer using third-party platforms or hiring a CA for assistance. These private websites charge a fee based on the complexity of the return and the type of income.

Common ITR Filing Options

Here are the three main types of filing services available:

1. Self-filing: You upload your documents and fill out the return yourself. Some support is available for data handling.
2. Assisted filing: An automated tool helps file your return using your uploaded documents. It's designed with CA inputs.
3. CA-assisted filing: You connect with a tax expert or CA (via call or video) who handles your ITR after resolving your queries.

What are the Charges on Popular Tax Filing Platforms (CA-Assisted Plans)?

Here’s what different platforms are charging for CA-assisted ITR filing:

ClearTax also offers a Luxe Plan at ₹25,000 with premium features like 24x7 expert calls.

Request for ITR Filing FY25 Deadline Extension

Various professional bodies like KSCAA, ATBA, and ICAI have requested the government to extend the ITR deadline to October 15, 2025, citing ongoing issues with the e-filing portal. They also proposed the tax audit report deadline be moved to November 30, 2025.

Read more: ITR Filing FY25: Can Credit Card Rewards Beat the Zero-Fee UPI Advantage?

Conclusion

While the government portal allows free ITR filing, many individuals choose paid services for ease and expert help. Depending on your income type and complexity, costs can vary widely. With ongoing portal issues, several groups are pushing for a deadline extension. However, until any official announcement is made, taxpayers should aim to file their ITR by September 16, 2025.

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