- Commercial LPG cylinder prices cut from September 1, 2025, making things easier for businesses.
- Unified Pension Scheme selection deadline extended to September 30, 2025, giving central government employees more time.
- Income Tax Return filing deadline extended to September 15, 2025, giving taxpayers extra time.
Starting September 1, 2025, several important financial rule changes will affect your money, including the Unified Pension Scheme deadline extension and other key updates. These changes cover LPG prices, postal services, tax filing, banking policies, and fixed deposit offers. Staying updated on these will help you manage your finances better and avoid last-minute stress.
How the LPG Price Cut Affects Your Expenses
From September 1, 2025, Oil Marketing Companies have lowered the price of commercial 19 kg Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders by Rs 51.50. For example, in Delhi, the price dropped from Rs 1,631.50 to Rs 1,580. Other big cities like Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai also saw price cuts, with rates now at Rs 1,684, Rs 1,531.5, and Rs 1,738 respectively. This price drop will help businesses and consumers who use commercial LPG, reducing their monthly costs. However, prices for 14.2 kg domestic cylinders stay the same.
Updates in India Post Registered Mail Services
The Department of Posts has started a new policy from September 1, 2025, combining speed and registered mail services. Now, all registered mail within India will be delivered only by speed post. This change aims to improve delivery speed and reliability for both regular users and those sending official documents. If you often use registered post, expect faster delivery and updated service rules.
Extended Deadline for Income Tax Return Filing
The Income Tax Department has extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the fiscal year 2024–2025 from July 31 to September 15, 2025. Announced by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on May 27, this extension gives taxpayers an extra 46 days to file. This extra time can help you avoid penalties and make sure your tax documents are submitted correctly.
Unified Pension Scheme Selection Deadline Extended
Central government employees now have until September 30, 2025, to choose their pension scheme under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). This extension from the earlier June 30 deadline gives employees more time to decide whether to continue with the National Pension System (NPS) or switch to UPS. As of July 20, 2025, over 31,555 employees have chosen UPS, and nearly 5,000 claims have been settled. If you are a government employee who hasn’t made a choice yet, this extension is a helpful chance.
New SBI Credit Card Policy Updates
Starting September 1, 2025, SBI has updated its credit card policies. Reward points will no longer be earned on transactions made on gaming platforms, certain retailers, or government payments for some cards. Also, from September 16, all Card Protection Plan (CPP) customers will be automatically moved to new plan versions based on their renewal dates. The renewal fees for Classic, Premium, and Platinum plans are Rs 999, Rs 1,499, and Rs 1,999 respectively. Cardholders should check these changes to understand how they affect their benefits.
Special Fixed Deposit Offers by Indian Bank and IDBI Bank
September 2025 is an important month for investors interested in fixed deposits. Indian Bank and IDBI Bank have launched special term FD schemes with tenures of 444, 555, and 700 days. The last date to invest in these schemes is September 30, 2025. These offers provide attractive interest rates and can be a good option for those looking to grow their savings safely over the medium term.
| Update | Details | Deadline/Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial LPG Price Reduction | Rs 51.50 cut on 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders; prices vary by city | From September 1, 2025 |
| India Post Registered Mail | All registered mail delivered by speed post only | From September 1, 2025 |
| Income Tax Return Filing | Extended deadline for FY 2024-25 ITR filing | September 15, 2025 |
| Unified Pension Scheme Selection | Deadline extended for central government employees | September 30, 2025 |
| SBI Credit Card Policy | Reward points restrictions and CPP renewal fee updates | From September 1 & September 16, 2025 |
| Special FD Offers | New term FD schemes by Indian Bank and IDBI Bank | Investment deadline: September 30, 2025 |
Knowing about these financial rule changes from September 1, 2025, will help you plan your expenses, investments, and tax filings better. Keep track of deadlines and new policies to make the most of the opportunities and avoid any money troubles.