Freelancer Tax Calendar India (2026)
A complete schedule of all Advance Tax, ITR, and GST deadlines for Indian freelancers and professionals.
Income Tax & Advance Tax Deadlines
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|
| June 15, 2026 | Advance Tax (Q1) | 15% of estimated tax liability for FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). |
| July 31, 2026 | ITR Filing Deadline | Last date to file Income Tax Return (ITR-3 or ITR-4) for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) without late fee (for non-audit cases). |
| September 15, 2026 | Advance Tax (Q2) | 45% of estimated tax liability for FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). |
| December 15, 2026 | Advance Tax (Q3) | 75% of estimated tax liability for FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). |
| March 15, 2027 | Advance Tax (Q4) | 100% of estimated tax liability for FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). (Also the single deadline for Section 44ADA opt-ins). |
| March 31, 2027 | End of Financial Year | Last date to make tax-saving investments (80C, etc.) for FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). |
GST Return Deadlines
| Return Type | Standard Due Date |
|---|
| GSTR-1 (Monthly) | 11th of the following month. |
| GSTR-3B (Monthly) | 20th of the following month. |
| GSTR-1 (QRMP Scheme) | 13th of the month following the quarter. |
| GSTR-3B (QRMP Scheme) | 22nd or 24th of the month following the quarter, depending on the state. |
Source: Deadlines are sourced from the official Income Tax Department and CBIC portals. Dates are subject to change based on official notifications. Missing deadlines may result in penalties, which you can estimate using our Late GST Penalty Calculator.
Last Verified: August 10, 2026.
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