New Delhi, Jan. 9 -- The Internal Revenue Service officially opened the 2026 filing season on Monday (January 26, 2026). Taxpayers have until Wednesday (April 15, 2026), to file their 2025 federal income tax returns and pay any taxes owed.

The IRS expects to process approximately 164 million individual returns, with most taxpayers filing electronically.

This year's filing season reflects several new tax provisions from the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, which could affect federal taxes, credits, and deductions. Taxpayers can use IRS online resources to learn more about these provisions, which may help lower tax bills and increase refund amounts.

Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent said, "President Trump is committed to the taxpayers of th...