ITR Filing to TDS: Key Tax Deadlines for July 2026
The most significant deadline is July 31, 2026, which is the last date for eligible individual taxpayers to file their Income Tax Return (ITR).
July is one of the busiest and most important months in India’s tax calendar. From salaried employees to businesses, several crucial tax-related compliances must be completed during the month. ITR Filing to TDS: Important Tax Deadlines for July 2026.
The most significant deadline is July 31, 2026, which is the last date for eligible individual taxpayers to file their Income Tax Return (ITR). In addition, there are several other important deadlines related to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), Tax Collected at Source (TCS), and statutory forms.
July 7: TDS and TCS Payment:
July 7, 2026 is the due date for depositing the TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and TCS (Tax Collected at Source) amounts deducted or collected during June 2026 with the Central Government.
Taxpayers who have received approval from the Assessing Officer to make quarterly TDS payments must also deposit the TDS for the April–June 2026 quarter by this date.
Additionally, declarations received through Form 27C from buyers during June and Form 27D/related declarations for the June quarter, wherever applicable, must be uploaded to the income tax portal by July 7.
July 15: Submission of TDS Certificates and Reports:
By July 15, 2026, taxpayers and diductors are required to complete the submission of various statutory documents, including:
TDS certificates
Tax-related reports
Remittance reports
Other prescribed compliance documents
July 30: Challan-cum-Statement Filing:
The due date for filing the challan-cum-statement for TDS deducted during June 2026 under the following provisions is July 30, 2026:
Section 194-IA – TDS on purchase of immovable property
Section 194-IB – TDS on rent payments by certain individuals/HUFs
Section 194-M – TDS on payments to contractors and professionals by specified individuals/HUFs
July 31: Last Date to File Income Tax Return (ITR):
The most important tax deadline of the month is July 31, 2026, which is the due date for filing the Income Tax Return (ITR) for eligible taxpayers whose accounts are not subject to audit.
Who Should File by July 31?
The July 31 deadline applies to salaried employees, pensioners, small investors, and individual taxpayers whose accounts are not required to be audited under the Income Tax Act. Eligible taxpayers must file their Income Tax Return (ITR) on or before the due date to remain compliant and avoid penalties.
Eligible taxpayers must file their returns using ITR-1 or ITR-2, as applicable, on or before July 31, 2026.
Other Important Forms Due on July 31:
Form 10E
Employees who wish to claim tax relief under Section 89 for receiving salary arrears or advance salary must submit Form 10E by July 31.
Form 10-IA
Taxpayers claiming deductions under Sections 80DD and 80U for disability-related medical expenses must submit Form 10-IA, along with the prescribed medical certificate issued by the competent medical authority.
Form 24Q/Quarterly TDS Statement (Employer Compliance)
Employers are required to file the applicable quarterly TDS statements relating to salaries paid to employees and other prescribed income payments, including those made to senior citizens, within the applicable due dates under the Income Tax Act.
Taxpayers should keep track of these important July deadlines to avoid penalties, interest, or compliance issues. Filing returns and completing statutory tax obligations on time ensures smooth processing of refunds and helps maintain compliance with the Income Tax Department.
