ITR Filing Deadline 2024: Key Dates for ITR-1 and ITR-2

In a key announcement during the Budget 2026 presentation on February 1, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman provided much-needed clarity on the income tax return (ITR) filing deadlines. This move eliminates confusion for taxpayers, with clear timelines now in place—such as July 31 for ITR-1. The update brings certainty to the tax filing process for the coming year.