Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics | Internal Revenue Service

Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 06/01/2025

Individuals with current preparer tax identification numbers (PTINs) for 2025

  • 807,307

Cumulative number of individuals issued PTINs since 9/28/2010

  • 2,155,294

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 26,037
Certified public accountants* 205,127
Enrolled actuaries* 178
Enrolled agents* 62,990
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 455
2025 Annual Filing Season Program Records of Completion Issued 73,416

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.