25/09/2025
đŖ Extension of Tax Audit Report (TAR) Due Date â A Relief for Taxpayers
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the due date for filing the **Tax Audit Report (TAR)** for the Financial Year 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26). The earlier deadline of **30th September 2025** has now been extended to **31st October 2025**, giving assessees and professionals much-needed breathing space.
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đ Why the Extension?
This extension has come in response to genuine challenges faced by taxpayers and professionals, such as:
* Heavy workload during the audit season
* Practical difficulties in completing reconciliations and compliances on time
* Representations from professional bodies requesting additional time
* Ongoing challenges in some regions due to natural or logistical disruptions
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đ Who Needs to File a Tax Audit Report?
A tax audit under **Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act** is generally applicable to:
* Businesses with turnover above âš1 crore (or âš10 crore if cash transactions do not exceed 5%)
* Professionals with gross receipts above âš50 lakh
* Assessees opting for presumptive taxation but declaring profits lower than the prescribed rate and whose income exceeds the basic exemption limit
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â ī¸ Consequences of Missing the Due Date
While the extension provides relief, taxpayers must be cautious not to miss the revised deadline of **31st October 2025**. Failure to comply may lead to:
* Penalty under **Section 271B** (0.5% of turnover/gross receipts, up to âš1,50,000)
* Delays in processing of income tax returns
* Higher chances of scrutiny and assessment notices
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Action Plan for Taxpayers & Businesses
1. Finalize your accounts and complete reconciliations at the earliest.
2. Coordinate with your auditor or consultant to avoid last-minute errors.
3. Upload the TAR well before filing the related ITR.
4. Maintain proper documentation to support your audit report.
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At RD ConsultEase, we ensure that our clients stay compliant with all deadlines and avoid penalties. From preparing accurate audit reports to handling assessments and compliances, we provide end-to-end professional support.
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