Personal federal income taxes for the 2025 tax year (which you file in 2026) are due Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Estimated quarterly tax payments are due April 15, June 15, September 15, 2026, and January 15, 2027.
If you operate a business entity (such as an S-corporation, partnership, or trust) your deadlines may fall earlier. Weekend or federal holiday shifts can move those dates, so always confirm the official IRS calendar before filing.
We also included the estimated tax deadlines for 2026, since making estimated tax payments can always be annoying.
At a Glance: 2026 Federal Tax Deadlines
Here are the 2026 tax due dates at a glance:
Filing Type / Form | Regular Due Date | Extension Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Individual (Form 1040) | April 15 | October 15 |
S-Corp (Form 1120-S) | March 16 | September 15 |
Partnership (Form 1065) | March 16 | September 15 |
Corporation (Form 1120) | April 15 | October 15 |
Estates & Trusts (Form 1041) | April 15 | October 15 |
Exempt Organizations (Form 990) | May 15 | November 16 |
Quarterly Taxes | April 15, June 15, September 15, January 15 (2027) |
Estimated Tax Payment Schedule For 2026
Here is the estimated tax payment schedule for 2026:
Quarter | Covers Income Between | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
Quarter 1 | Jan 1 - Mar 31, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
Quarter 2 | Apr 1 - May 31, 2026 | June 15. 2026 |
Quarter 3 | Jun 1 - Aug 31, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
Quarter 4 | Sep 1 - Dec 31, 2026 | January 15, 2027 |
State Tax Deadlines
Most states match the federal schedule, but confirm directly with your state’s department of revenue.
Some states (including Hawaii, Iowa, and Louisiana) set different due dates, while others automatically extend if there are any disasters (which sadly happen semi-regularly).
Last Year's Annual Tax Filing Deadlines For 2025
Individuals and Families - Annual personal income tax filings (Form 1040) are due on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The majority of people file a 1040 for their federal tax returns.
Corporations (including S and C Corps) - C corporations (Form 1120) also file on April 15, 2025. S corporations (Form 1120S) and partnerships (Form 1065) file on March 17, 2025.
If you already filed your tax return, you can see when to expect your federal income tax refund here. Note: most refunds are in less than 21 days.
Estimated Tax Deadlines For 2025
Payments for estimated taxes are due on four different quarterly dates throughout the year.
- 1Q — April 15, 2025
- 2Q — June 16, 2025
- 3Q — September 15, 2025
- 4Q — January 15, 2026
Federal estimated taxes can be paid at https://www.irs.gov/payments. Estimated state taxes can be paid through most state department of revenue websites. If not, you may need to mail in your payment.
Don't forget to file your estimated taxes, if required, so that you can avoid penalties and interest.
Filing Your Taxes
Where and how should you file your taxes? Most tax software will handle annual income tax filings and extensions. Check here for the best tax software.
Note that some of the free tax filing software may not offer as much customer service as paid versions. If you want specific questions answered or need guidance from a real person, be sure to check that those services are offered with the software.
If your taxes are fairly simple, filing online or through tax software is not difficult and will save your money. If your taxes are on the more complex side or you just don’t want to deal with filing, you’ll need to hire a tax professional, which will be more costly.
Tax professionals can be found locally, or you can visit any of the large tax brands such as H&R Block. Both have physical locations that allow you to speak to someone in person and have your questions answered.
There are also tax counseling programs for the elderly, and volunteer income tax assistance (VITA) for low income families that need help. See this guide to free tax preparation.
FAQ
When are 2026 individual tax returns due?
April 15, 2026. If extended, October 15, 2026.
When are quarterly estimated taxes due in 2026?
April 15, 2026; June 15, 2026; September 15, 2026; and January 15 2027.
What if a due date falls on a weekend or holiday?
It moves to the next business day.
Do states follow the same deadlines?
Most do, but always confirm with your state’s tax authority.
If I need more time, how do I file for a tax extension and what are the new deadlines?
You can file a tax extension by filing IRS Form 4868. The extension deadlines for personal are October 15.
Editor: Claire Tak Reviewed by: Colin Graves
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