New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- The July ITR deadline has now passed, but still eligible taxpayers have several important income-tax dates to track. From advance tax payments and tax audits to ITR filing and belated return submission, the coming few months bring several critical tax compliance deadlines that taxpayers must meet.

The Income Tax Department has also clarified that AY 2026-27 relates to income earned in FY 2025-26 and is governed by the Income-tax Act, 1961, even though the new Income-tax Act, 2025, came into force on 1 April 2026.

Furthermore, the new Income Tax Act, 2025, will be applicable from the new 'Tax Year'. This concept was introduced by the new Income Tax Act, 2025, and it completely replaces the old dual system of the 'Pr...