All ITR forms are out, but you still can't file. What's causing the delay?
The Income Tax Department may have rolled out all ITR forms for the Assessment Year 2025–26. But before you rush to file your income tax return, here's something important to know – the actual e-filing process isn't open yet. It's because the e-filing utilities are not live on the portal.WHAT'S THE DELAY ABOUT?While all seven ITR forms (ITR-1 to ITR-7) and even the updated ITR-U form are ready, the filing process can't begin until the government activates the utility software. These utilities are essential tools that help taxpayers fill in, check, and submit their returns online or offline.advertisementWithout these tools, the system won't accept your return, no matter how ready you are, say experts.WHAT ARE THESE UTILITIES AND WHY DO THEY MATTER?
Each year, the department provides the filing utility in different formats, online, offline (Java or JSON), and Excel. These formats are designed to suit different users. Many individual taxpayers prefer the online mode for its simplicity and ease, while professionals often use the JSON or Excel versions.But whether online or offline, these utilities are a must. They allow you to fill in the form correctly, validate the data, and upload it securely.Without these, the system won't accept your return – no matter how ready you are.WHEN WILL THE UTILITIES BE RELEASED?There is no official word yet on when the utilities will be released. However, it is widely expected that the rollout will begin in phases, likely starting with the simpler forms like ITR-1 and ITR-4, sometime between late May and early June. These are commonly used by salaried individuals and small business owners.advertisementThere's no official date yet. But sources say the department may begin releasing utilities in stages, starting with simpler forms like ITR-1 and ITR-4, sometime in late May or early June.
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