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India Compliance Deadline Tracker 2026

Active one-time extensions, scheme windows, and upcoming standard filings — sourced from CBDT, CBIC, MCA, SEBI and EPFO circulars. Updated every morning by 9:15 AM IST.

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Active Extensions & Scheme Windows

6 active · sourced from official circulars
SCHEMEMCA / Companies18d

CCFS-2026

Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme — 10% additional fee for overdue ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A, ADT-1, MSME-1 etc.); dormancy/strike-off concessions; NOT for LLPs

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026(was 15 Jul 2026)Authority: MCA Gen. Circular 01/2026 (24 Feb 2026) as extended by Gen. Circular 03/2026 (8 Jul 2026)

One-time window opened 15 Apr 2026. Watch for further extension near 31 Aug.

Official source →via Corporate Law Partner
EXTENSIONIncome Tax18d

ITR-3/ITR-4 non-audit AY 2026-27

Staggered ITR schedule: ITR-3/4 non-audit extended; ITR-1/2 remain 31 Jul; audit cases 31 Oct

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026(was 31 Jul 2026)Authority: Finance Act 2026 staggered schedule

ITR-1/2 remain 31 Jul 2026; audit cases 31 Oct 2026.

Official source →via Direct Tax Partner
EXTENSIONCustoms18d

DGFT EPCG / Advance Auth Export Obligation Extension

Automatic extension of export obligation period to 31 Aug 2026 for EPCG and Advance Authorisation holders whose obligation period expired March 1 to May 31, 2026. No separate application, amendment, or composition fee required. Granted due to geopolitical disruptions affecting global shipping routes and logistics corridors.

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026(was 31 May 2026)Authority: DGFT Notification — notification number UNVERIFIED from primary dgft.gov.in (reported: newsonair.gov.in March 7, 2026)

Notification number UNVERIFIED — verify from dgft.gov.in/CP/ before client advisory. Applicable only to EPCG/AA holders with obligations expiring Mar 1 – May 31 2026. Later-expiring obligations follow standard timeline. Added by regulatory-labour 3 Aug 2026. | 13 Aug 2026 update: DGFT Trade Notice 15/2026-27 (05 Aug 2026) confirms extension still active. Physical duty payment challans REMOVED for EODC under AA/EPCG; ICEGATE digital integration effective 01 Aug 2026. Clients should file EODC digitally via DGFT Customer Portal before 31 Aug.

Official source →via Regulatory & Labour Partner
EXTENSIONFEMA / RBI48d

FLA Provisional Return FY 2025-26

Companies that filed provisional FLA by Jul 31 2026 (extended deadline) may file revised/final FLA return with audited data by September 30, 2026 via FLAIR portal. Companies using audited financials in the initial filing need not re-submit unless data has changed materially.

Deadline: 30 Sep 2026(was 31 Jul 2026)Authority: RBI FLAIR portal — flareturn@rbi.org.in (new email post July 2026 change). Primary deadline 15 Jul extended to 31 Jul per RBI notification.

The primary FLA return deadline (31 Jul 2026) has lapsed. Revised FLA with audited data window remains open until 30 Sep 2026. Email for queries changed from surveyfla@rbi.org.in to flareturn@rbi.org.in. Added by fema partner Aug 12 2026.

Official source →via FEMA Partner
SCHEMENBFC140d

NBFC Deregistration Window — Type I Unregistered (SBR Amendment 2026)

Existing registered NBFCs qualifying as Type I (no public funds + no customer interface) with assets below Rs 1,000 crore may apply for deregistration via PRAVAAH portal. Required documents: 3 years audited financials, Statutory Auditor certificate, Board Resolution, original Certificate of Registration surrender.

Deadline: 31 Dec 2026(was 1 Apr 2026)Authority: RBI (NBFC – Registration, Exemptions and Framework for Scale Based Regulation) Amendment Directions 2026 — Draft notified 10 Feb 2026, eff. 1 Apr 2026

PRAVAAH portal. Circular number UNVERIFIED — verify from rbi.org.in. Window closes Sep 30, 2026. 57 days from 4 Aug 2026. Identify qualifying NBFC clients NOW. DEADLINE CORRECTED 5 Aug 2026 by cfo-business-finance: secondary sources (mondaq.com, dpncindia.com) confirm 6 months from Jul 1 2026 effective date = 31 Dec 2026. PRAVAAH portal application deadline. Circular number still UNVERIFIED from primary rbi.org.in.

Official source →via CFO Partner
SCHEMEFCRA312d

FCRA Amendment Rules 2026 — Activity Re-Alignment Window

Existing FCRA-registered organisations must align their registration certificates with the new activity-specific requirements under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules 2026, notified June 22 2026. Proselytisation is now excluded from eligible activities. Permissible: places of worship maintenance, scripture digitisation, pilgrim amenities. Activity-specific registration required.

Deadline: 21 Jun 2027(was 22 Jun 2026)Authority: FCRA Amendment Rules 2026 — G.S.R. number UNVERIFIED from primary gazette.gov.in. Source: cnkindia.com newsflash Jun 22 2026 + inspirationstudycircle.com + drishtiias.com

G.S.R. notification number UNVERIFIED from primary gazette.gov.in. Verify from fcraonline.nic.in or MHA press releases before client advisory. Compliance window = 1 year from June 22 2026 effective date = June 21 2027.

Official source →via NFP Partner

Standard Deadlines — Next 45 Days

10 filings · recurring statutory calendar
15
Aug 2026
PF Return (PF/ESIC)
Applies to: all
12% interest p.a. + damages 5-25%.
2d
monthly
15
Aug 2026
ESIC Return (PF/ESIC)
Applies to: all
12% interest p.a.
2d
monthly
20
Aug 2026
GSTR-3B (GST)
Applies to: gst_registered
Interest 18% p.a. + ₹50/day late fee (₹20/day for nil return)
7d
monthly
30
Aug 2026
PT Return (Professional Tax)
Applies to: all
Varies by state.
17d
monthly
31
Aug 2026
TDS Q4 (Income Tax)
Applies to: all
₹200/day under Sec 234E.
18d
quarterly
11
Sep 2026
GSTR-1 (GST)
Applies to: gst_registered
₹50/day late fee (₹20/day for nil). Max ₹10,000.
29d
monthly
15
Sep 2026
Advance Tax 2 (Income Tax)
Applies to: individual, company
Interest Sec 234B/234C.
33d
annual
15
Sep 2026
PF Return (PF/ESIC)
Applies to: all
12% interest p.a. + damages 5-25%.
33d
monthly
15
Sep 2026
ESIC Return (PF/ESIC)
Applies to: all
12% interest p.a.
33d
monthly
20
Sep 2026
GSTR-3B (GST)
Applies to: gst_registered
Interest 18% p.a. + ₹50/day late fee (₹20/day for nil return)
38d
monthly

Standard deadlines are the recurring statutory calendar. Extensions to these dates are shown in the section above. Always verify against the official circular before acting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CCFS-2026 scheme available for LLPs?+

No. The Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme 2026 (CCFS-2026) is only available for companies registered under the Companies Act, 2013. LLPs are not covered. Source: MCA General Circular 01/2026 and 03/2026.

What is the difference between ITR-1/2 and ITR-3/4 deadlines for AY 2026-27?+

For AY 2026-27: ITR-1 and ITR-2 are due 31 July 2026. ITR-3 and ITR-4 (non-audit cases) are extended to 31 August 2026 under the Finance Act 2026 staggered schedule. Audit cases (all forms) remain 31 October 2026. Source: Finance Act 2026.

How often is this deadline tracker updated?+

The extension data is updated every morning by 9:15 AM IST from official government sources including cbic.gov.in, incometaxindia.gov.in, mca.gov.in, and sebi.gov.in. Standard recurring deadlines reflect the current regulatory framework and are reviewed whenever a relevant circular is issued.

Does the GSTAT appeal deadline extension apply to all GST orders?+

No. The extended deadline of 31 July 2026 applies only to orders communicated before 1 May 2026. For orders communicated on or after 1 May 2026, the normal 3-month appeal timeline under Section 112 of the CGST Act applies. Source: MoF notification u/s 112 CGST Act, dated 30 June 2026.

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Disclaimer: This tracker is for informational purposes only. Deadlines may change based on government notifications issued after the last update. Always verify against the official circular before acting. Extensions recorded here are sourced from public government sources (cbic.gov.in, incometaxindia.gov.in, mca.gov.in) and may not reflect the most recent gazette at the moment you read this. Consult a qualified Chartered Accountant for advice specific to your situation.