New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- The tax audit report deadline for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 was extended from September 30 to October 21, 2026. Taxpayers who are required to get their accounts audited must file their audit reports by today's deadline.

The due date to file income tax returns for taxpayers covered by tax audit requirements has also been extended from October 31 to November 21, 2026, giving them extra time to file their returns after submitting the audit report.

Not everyone making money from business or professional services need to get a tax audit done as the requirement depends on applicable turnover or gross receipt limits and other conditions under the Income-tax Act.

For businesses, a tax audit is required if their total s...