ITR Filing After July 31: How to File a Belated Income Tax Return, Late Fees, Deadlines and Rules Explained

The July 31 deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for many individual taxpayers has ended without any extension from the government. While over 5.9 crore income-tax returns were filed by the due date for Assessment Year 2026-27 (Financial Year 2025-26), taxpayers who missed the deadline can still file a belated Income Tax Return by December 31, 2026, subject to applicable late fees and interest. The July 31 deadline, however, does not apply to every taxpayer, as businesses and certain professionals have separate due dates.

Bajaj Finance Q1 FY27 Results: Strong NIM Growth and Lower Credit Costs Boost Profit Performance

Bajaj Finance Q1 FY27 Results delivered a stronger-than-expected performance as improved margins, disciplined lending practices and favourable credit costs supported the company’s profitability during the June quarter. The company’s standalone results showed a rise in net interest margin (NIM), strong growth in net interest income and steady expansion across key lending segments.