Advance tax instalment — due dates 2026
Instalments: 15% by 15 Jun, 45% by 15 Sep, 75% by 15 Dec, 100% by 15 Mar. Presumptive (44AD/44ADA): 100% by 15 Mar.
Who must file
Anyone with tax liability ≥ ₹10,000/yr (businesses, freelancers, investors)
Penalty if missed
Interest u/s 234B/234C at 1% per month on shortfall.
Upcoming due dates
| Due date | Filing | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Jun 2026in 3 days | Advance tax instalmentFY 2026-27 | Income Tax |
| 15 Sep 2026in 95 days | Advance tax instalmentFY 2026-27 | Income Tax |
| 15 Dec 2026in 186 days | Advance tax instalmentFY 2026-27 | Income Tax |
| 15 Mar 2027in 276 days | Advance tax instalmentFY 2026-27 | Income Tax |
| 15 Jun 2027in 368 days | Advance tax instalmentFY 2027-28 | Income Tax |