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The SEE consists of three separate exam parts — all multiple‑choice — each designed to assess your knowledge of federal tax law and IRS procedures:
Focuses on individual federal income taxation, filing, income, deductions, credits, and related topics.
Covers business entities, business tax requirements, income, deductions, credits, and specialized business returns.
Tests your ability to represent taxpayers before the IRS, including IRS procedures, ethics, and professional responsibilities.
Exam Format: Time, Question Types, and Structure| Part | Duration | MCQs |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 – Individuals Taxation | 3.5 hours | 100 |
| Part 2 – Businesses Taxation | 3.5 hours | 100 |
| Part 3 – Representation, Practices & Procedures | 3.5 hours | 100 |
Exam Scoring Breakdown| Part | Scored Questions | Experimental Questions | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 – Individuals Taxation | 85 | 15 | Scaled score of 105 |
| Part 2 – Businesses Taxation | 85 | 15 | Scaled score of 105 |
| Part 3 – Representation, Practices & Procedures | 85 | 15 | Scaled score of 105 |
Part 1 Subjects Overview| Content Area | Approximate Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Work & Taxpayer Data | ≈14 |
| Income & Assets | ≈17 |
| Deductions & Credits | ≈17 |
| Taxation & Advice | ≈15 |
| Specialized Individual Returns | ≈12 |
Part 2 Subjects Overview| Content Area | Approximate Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Business Entities & Considerations | ≈30 |
| Business Tax Preparation | ≈37 |
| Specialized Returns & Taxpayers | ≈18 |
| Filing Process | ≈14 |
Part 3 Subjects Overview| Content Area | Approximate Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Practices & Procedures | ≈25 |
| Representation Before the IRS | ≈25 |
| Specific Areas of Representation | ≈20 |
| Completion of Filing & Other Processes | ≈15 |
Key Exam Rules & AdministrationYou must obtain a PTIN to register for the SEE. You may take each exam part in any order. Each part is offered from May 1 through the end of February; there is a blackout period in March–April each year. Each part may be taken up to 4 times per testing window. Passing scores for each part remain valid for 3 years from the date passed; you must pass all three within this period to apply for enrollment. After passing all parts, apply for enrollment using IRS Form 23 and pass a suitability check including compliance and background review.
Test any time during the May 1 – February 28/29 window each year. Exams are offered at authorized Prometric testing centers.
After registering with a valid PTIN, IRS authorization to schedule your exam typically takes 2–4 weeks.
Complete all 3 parts of the SEE within 3 years to qualify for EA licensure.
Focus on individual federal taxation: filing requirements, gross income, deductions, credits, and related topics.
Cover business taxation: entities, business income, deductions, credits, and specialized business returns.
Master IRS representation, ethics, professional responsibilities, collection procedures, audits, appeals, and taxpayer rights.
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