CBDT Allows Processing of Pending ITRs for AY 2023-24 Till 30th November 2025

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has granted a significant extension for the processing of pending Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2023-24. The deadline has been extended to November 30, 2025. This move is intended to provide relief to taxpayers whose returns, though filed on time, could not be processed within the statutory timeframe due to various technical issues or other discrepancies. The extension will allow the Income Tax Department to clear the backlog of unprocessed returns. This will enable taxpayers to receive their due refunds, if any, and ensures that legitimate returns are not rendered invalid due to procedural delays. The decision is a taxpayer-friendly measure that addresses grievances related to unprocessed ITRs and aims to ensure that all returns filed for AY 2023-24 are duly processed and brought to a logical conclusion.