New Delhi, May 16 -- Filing your income tax return becomes much simpler when you have all the necessary documents in place beforehand. If you delay gathering paperwork until the last moment, it may result in error, missed deductions and unnecessary stress.

To avoid such issues while filing your ITR for the financial year 2025-26 (AY 2026-27), it is important to keep your income statements, tax-related documents, bank details, and investment proofs ready in advance.

The last date to file your ITR for the financial year 2025-26 is July 31, 2026, for individuals and most taxpayers whose accounts are not required to be audited. If you miss this due date, you can still file a belated return until December 31, 2026, but it will attract a late...