ITR Filing 2026: Over 3 Crore Income Tax Returns Filed for AY 2026–27; Income Tax Department Urges Taxpayers to Avoid Last-Minute Rush

By CA. Atharv Nambiar   |   23-07-2026 11:03:00

With the July 31 deadline drawing closer, the pace of Income Tax Return (ITR) filing has accelerated across the country. The Income Tax Department has confirmed that more than 3 crore Income Tax Returns (ITRs) have already been filed for Assessment Year (AY) 2026–27, highlighting the increasing awareness among taxpayers to complete their compliance well before the due date. At the same time, the department has appealed to eligible taxpayers not to wait until the final few days, as heavy traffi Read More