New Delhi, March 27 – To assist taxpayers in completing their pending income tax-related tasks for the current financial year, all income tax offices across India will remain open from March 29 to March 31, 2025. This decision comes despite the upcoming weekend and the observance of Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday.
As per agency report, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued an official order ensuring that the offices stay operational during these three days. The financial year 2024–25 concludes on March 31, making it a crucial deadline for government payments, tax filings, and departmental settlements.
The CBDT noted that the move aims to support the completion of all pending departmental work and provide convenience to taxpayers before the financial year ends. Additionally, March 31 marks the last date for filing updated income tax returns for the assessment year 2023–24.
In coordination with this decision, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also directed all authorized banks handling government business to remain open on March 31. The RBI has taken steps to ensure that necessary arrangements for special clearing operations are in place, allowing for smooth processing of government receipts and payments on the final day of the fiscal year.
