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RTRP

Who is an RTRP? 

A Registered Tax Return Preparer is an individual who has met all of the following requirements: 

1. Obtained a PTIN 
2. Passed the IRS test establishing minimal competency
3. Has an RTRP certificate from the IRS
4. Met IRS-mandated CPE requirements 

Overview of Tax Preparer Requirements

 

Latest News

NSA RTRP Exam Review Course Updated to Include 2011 Tax Law

IRS Updates RTRP Test to Include 2011 Tax Law 4/16/12

NOTE: Beginning April 16, 2012 all references on the test are to the Internal Revenue Code, as amended through December 31, 2011.

IRS Reminds Preparers NOT to submit their Certificates of Completion to the IRS.

The CE Provider will submit this information to IRS on behalf of the preparer.

IRS Sends Test Results; First Registered Tax Return Preparer Certificates

IRS removes expired PTIN holders from valid list
4 Ways to Prepare 

1. Schedule your RTRP test using your PTIN account.

2. Study for the RTRP test. 

3. Share study tips in the RTRP discussion community.

4. Review the IRS RTRP Candidate Bulletin.

Understanding the RTRP Test Process

Recent RTRP Discussions