The Federal Board of Revenue has extended the deadline for filing income tax returns for the tax year 2025 to October 31. The decision was made after growing requests from business groups tax experts and citizens who needed more time to complete their tax submissions. Earlier the FBR had announced that there would be no further extensions but after reviewing the situation and technical issues faced by taxpayers on the online filing system the authority decided to allow additional time. The extension is expected to help reduce last minute pressure on the IRIS portal and improve the overall filing process.
While the new date provides relief to individuals and businesses the FBR has reminded taxpayers to submit their returns on time. Those who fail to file before the deadline may still face penalties or lose their filer status according to the law.
Details of the Extension and Its Impact
All eligible taxpayers including salaried individuals business owners and associations of persons must now submit their income tax returns by October 31. The extension has been given under Section 214A of the Income Tax Ordinance and applies across the country.
The decision gives extra time to those who faced documentation problems or technical errors while filing returns. It also allows small business owners and professionals to complete their submissions properly. However the FBR has advised everyone not to wait until the last day to avoid server delays and portal overload.
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Significance for Taxpayers and the Economy
The extension of the filing deadline is a positive step that supports taxpayers and improves compliance. By giving more time the FBR aims to increase the number of tax filers and strengthen the national revenue system.
For businesses and individuals this extension provides a chance to organize financial records carefully and avoid mistakes that happen when filing under pressure. It also promotes a culture of timely and transparent tax submission across the country.
