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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.
Active Extensions & Scheme Windows
6 active · sourced from official circularsCCFS-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
One-time window opened 15 Apr 2026. Watch for further extension near 31 Aug.
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
ITR-1/2 remain 31 Jul 2026; audit cases 31 Oct 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Standard Deadlines — Next 45 Days
10 filings · recurring statutory calendarStandard deadlines are the recurring statutory calendar. Extensions to these dates are shown in the section above. Always verify against the official circular before acting.
Maintained by Harun Raaj, CA — ICAI Membership No. 238303 · Firm Reg. 19027S · Data last updated 12 August 2026
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.
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.