ITR filing FY 2024-25 due date today: Income tax portal still facing glitches despite deadline extension? What taxpayers are saying

ITR filing FY 2024-25 due day has been extended to today, that is September 16, 2025, but taxpayers are complaining of still facing issues with the income tax e-filing portal.Following the Finance Ministry's extension of the ITR filing deadline from September 15, 2025, to September 16, 2025, taxpayers initially felt relieved about meeting the submission deadline without incurring penalties - but even after the portal was back after its scheduled maintenance, taxpayers took to social media to vent their frustrations about continued issues.According to an ET report, taxpayers continue to struggle with the ITR submission process due to technical difficulties on the Income Tax department's official portal.

ITR filing due date extended: Tax portal glitches continue?

Several taxpayers expressed their concerns via social media, rueing that the single-day extension offered insufficient time, and requested the Finance Ministry for an additional extension of the submission date.Across social media platforms, taxpayers are expressing their discontent and irritation regarding the technical issues they are encountering on the ITR filing portal.The Finance Ministry announced an extension of the ITR deadline through an X post at 11:48 PM on September 15, 2025. They advised that the e-filing portal would undergo maintenance from 12:00 AM to 02:30AM on September 16, 2025, to implement necessary utility modifications.A user named Ravi Kumar wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "It hasn't been working since the extension. They mentioned maintenance until 3:00 AM, but it's still not working. Not sure why the date extended when it's not working?"Another user, Ajit Jha raised concerns about Section 234F late fees appearing during return submission.

He noted: "Sir, the utility has not been updated and a late fee under Section 234F is being reflected at the time of uploading the return."Saurabh Gupta, an advocate, raised concerns about the persistent issues with the tax portal, commenting: "HELP THE PROFESSIONALS DON't HARASS THEM. ITR Potral has in same condition as it was yesterday. What is the benefit of EXTENSION?"Chartered Accountant Himank Singla reported experiencing technical difficulties, indicating that his IncomeTaxIndia Portal was not functioning.

Income Tax Department shares some quick fixes

On Monday evening, the Income Tax Department’s X handle shared a list of quick fixes for taxpayers facing glitches in accessing the e-filing portal. According to the I-T Department, some issues may arise due to local system/browser settings.

According to the tax department, if you experience problems accessing the Income Tax e-Filing Portal, this could be related to your local system or browser configuration. A series of straightforward troubleshooting procedures can typically address these access issues.

ITR filing: What is the penalty for returns submission after due date?

Deloitte India Partner Aarti Raote advises utilising this additional time, noting significant consequences for late filing.Raote said, "The first is a penalty of up to Rs 5,000 for delayed filing. In addition, there would be interest of 1% on the amount of taxes unpaid for each month till the return is filed. Further, one would lose the chance to carry forward current year losses like capital losses if the return is filed beyond the due date.

These losses would otherwise be available for set-off against gains of future years. A bigger implication is also that one loses the right to switch to the tax regime that is more favourable to them and hence may land up paying a higher tax.

"She further said, "In addition to the above financial implications, one should expect refunds slower and tax payers could be at a higher risk of receiving notices and scrutiny by the tax department also. They may also face the risk of scrutiny. Thus, it is ideal that the tax returns are filed in time."