Advance Tax Due Dates & Calculation Guide for FY 2025-26
Many taxpayers often focus only on year-end tax filing, but miss the importance of Advance Tax. Timely payment of Advance Tax not only helps avoid interest but also builds financial discipline.
Here’s your quick guide for Advance Tax in FY 2025-26:📅 Advance Tax Due Dates for FY 2025-26
1️⃣ 15th June 2025 – Pay at least 15% of total tax liability
2️⃣ 15th September 2025 – Pay at least 45% of total tax liability
3️⃣ 15th December 2025 – Pay at least 75% of total tax liability
4️⃣ 15th March 2026 – Pay 100% of total tax liability
Who Should Pay Advance Tax?
• Salaried individuals with additional income (capital gains, rent, interest, business income).
• Freelancers, consultants, professionals.
• Businesses and companies with taxable income.
• Freelancers, consultants, professionals.
• Businesses and companies with taxable income.
How to Calculate Advance Tax?
Estimate total income for FY 2025-26 (salary, business, capital gains, other income).
Deduct eligible exemptions and deductions (80C, 80D, etc.).
Apply applicable slab rates to compute tax liability.
Subtract TDS already deducted by employers/banks.
Pay remaining liability in installments as per due dates.
Consequences of Non-Payment/Shortfall
• Interest under Sections 234B & 234C.
• Cash flow crunch if liability accumulates at year-end.
• Notices and compliance risks.
• Cash flow crunch if liability accumulates at year-end.
• Notices and compliance risks.
✅ Pro Tip: Track your TDS and income variations quarterly. Small adjustments in June and September can save big penalties in March.
🌍 Advance Tax is not just a compliance requirement — it’s a tool to manage your taxes smartly and stay stress-free at year end.
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