Income Tax Rules: 10 common mistakes you must avoid while filing ITR in 2025

ITR Filing 2025: The government has extended the last date to file income tax returns for 2025 to September 15, as opposed to the typical July 31. However, it is advisable to file ITR before the due date to avoid making last-minute mistakes during the rush and get room to correct them if you have entered any wrong detail.

You need to mandatorily file your ITR if your total income is over ₹2.5 lakh under the old tax regime. For the new tax regime, the requirement is an income of ₹3 lakh and above. 

You will have to file an ITR if your total income exceeds these amounts, even if you do not pay taxes. However, delaying ITR filing can lead to a number of mistakes that you would want to avoid to stay away from consequences including penalties.

Here are 10 ITR filing mistakes you should avoid in 2025: 

1. Selecting the wrong ITR form: Selecting the wrong ITR form can lead to disruptions and a defect notice. For example, you should file ITR Form 1 only if your salary is less than ₹50 lakh and you have no capital gains.

2. Not verifying ITR: Filing but verifying your ITR is the same as not submitting your Income Tax Return on time. You must e-verify your ITR after successfully e-filing your income tax return.

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