Apply for an extension of time to file an income tax return
If you can't file on time, you can request an automatic extension of time to file the following forms:
- Form IT-201, Resident Income Tax Return
- Form IT-203, Nonresident and Part-Year Resident Income Tax Return
- Form IT-203-GR, Group Return for Nonresident Partners (Note: Group agents must enter the special identification number assigned to the partnership—that is, group ID 80081XXXX—in the Full Social Security number field.)
- Form IT-204, Partnership Return
- Form IT-205, Fiduciary Income Tax Return
When to file
You must file your extension request on or before the filing deadline of your return.
| Filer | Return | 2024 Filing deadline for calendar-year filers | Length of extension | Extended due date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | Form IT-201, IT-203, or IT-203-GR | April 15, 2025 | 6 months | October 15, 2025 |
| Partnership | Form IT-204 | March 17, 2025 | 6 months | September 15, 2025 |
| Fiduciaries | Form IT-205 | April 15, 2025 | 5 1/2 months | September 30, 2025 |
There are special filing deadlines in certain instances.
An extension request filed after the filing deadline for your return will be invalid.
How to request your extension
Starting in January, you can request an extension directly on our website. It's free, and you will receive instant email confirmation that we received your extension request.
If you owe tax
If you apply for an extension and owe tax, you must make your extension payment by the due date. You can make your payment directly on our website or using tax preparation software.
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