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High Courts Grant Crucial Tax Audit Deadline Extension
29 Oct
Summary
- Himachal Pradesh and Punjab & Haryana High Courts extend tax audit deadline
- Gujarat High Court previously extended deadline to November 30, 2025
- CBDT received representations from professional bodies citing disruptions
On October 29, 2025, the Himachal Pradesh and Punjab & Haryana High Courts have passed orders to extend the last date for filing tax audit returns from October 31, 2025, to November 30, 2025. This decision comes after the Gujarat High Court had earlier this month extended the deadline for tax audit cases to November 30.
The extension is in response to the CBDT receiving multiple representations from professional associations, including various chartered accountant bodies. These submissions cited disruptions caused by floods and natural calamities in certain regions, which affected normal business operations, as well as practical challenges raised before several High Courts.
The Delhi High Court matter related to the issue of ITR due date extension is also currently under active consideration by the CBDT and is scheduled for further hearing tomorrow. The CBDT had earlier officially extended the specified date for furnishing tax audit reports from September 30, 2025, to October 31, 2025.
The orders of the respective High Courts will apply only to those states until the CBDT issues a nationwide notification. Taxpayers in other states should consult tax professionals to ensure compliance.
