New Delhi, Sept. 26 -- The 30 September 2026, deadline for the filing of tax audit reports for the assessment year (AY) 2026-27 is approaching. Even as tax professionals and associated industry associations are looking to seek an extension to 31 October. As of today, no extension or relief has been granted yet, making it vital for taxpayers subject to tax audit to continue preparing themselves for the existing deadline.

According to an FAQ provided on the official website of the Income Tax Department, the question of the due date by which a taxpayer should get their accounts audited has been clearly explained as follows:

"​​​​​A person covered by section 44AB should get his accounts audited and should obtai...