Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 10/1/2025

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

  • 850,152

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

  • 2,181,173

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 27,033
Certified public accountants* 208,488
Enrolled actuaries* 183
Enrolled agents* 64,045
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 458
2025 Annual Filing Season Program Records of Completion Issued 73,455

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.