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

Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 07/01/2025

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

  • 822,841

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

  • 2,171,875

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 26,326
Certified public accountants* 206,312
Enrolled actuaries* 178
Enrolled agents* 63,221
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 457
2025 Annual Filing Season Program Records of Completion Issued 73,429

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.