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

Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 08/01/2025

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

  • 831,932

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

  • 2,167,563

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 26,559
Certified public accountants* 207,090
Enrolled actuaries* 179
Enrolled agents* 63,399
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 457
2025 Annual Filing Season Program Records of Completion Issued 73,454

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.