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ITR Filing6 min read

ITR Filing Deadline 2026 (AY 2026-27) — Last Dates, Penalties & How to File

ITR-3 & ITR-4 last date is 31 Aug 2026 (extended). ITR-1/ITR-2 were due 31 Jul. Check all AY 2026-27 deadlines, penalties & file online.

The statutory deadline for filing ITR-3 and ITR-4 for Assessment Year 2026-27 is 31 August 2026 for non-audit taxpayers. ITR-1 and ITR-2 were due 31 July 2026 and can now be filed as belated returns until 31 December 2026 with a late fee under Section 234F.

Updated for Assessment Year 2026-27 (FY 2025-26)

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Income Tax8 min read

Income Tax Slabs AY 2026-27 (FY 2025-26) — Old vs New Regime Explained

Verified income tax slabs for AY 2026-27: new regime (₹4L exemption, up to 30%) vs old regime (₹2.5L, 5/20/30%). Worked examples + 87A rebate.

For AY 2026-27, the New Tax Regime offers standard deduction of ₹75,000, 7 progressive brackets (0% to 30%), and full Section 87A rebate up to ₹12 Lakhs taxable income, making salaried income up to ₹12.75 Lakhs 100% tax-free.

Updated for Assessment Year 2026-27 (FY 2025-26)

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