
Eligibility & Exam Requirements
Basic Eligibility
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) issued by the IRS
- Open to graduates, working professionals, and even non-degree holders interested in taxation
Exam Format (Special Enrollment Exam - SEE)
3 Parts:
- Individuals
- Businesses
- Representation, Practices & Procedures
Exam Duration: 3.5 hours each
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Passing Criteria
- Scaled score of 105/130 in each section
Exam Body & Registration
- Conducted by the IRS (USA) through Prometric centers worldwide