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Quarterly estimated tax

Verified Oct 17, 2026 ·Reading level: Grade 8-10

Deadline rule

Quarterly. Generally April 15, June 15 and September 15 of the tax year, and January 15 of the following year.

Due date

Generally April 15, June 15 and September 15 of the tax year, and January 15 of the following year.

Who it applies to

Sole proprietorship, Single-member LLC, Multi-member LLC, General partnership, LLC taxed as an S corporation, S corporation.

Form and agency

Form 1040-ES · Internal Revenue Service

Notes

Applies to self-employed individuals and others who owe tax not covered by withholding, including many owners of pass-through businesses.

Sources

  1. IRS — About Form 1040-ESaccessed Oct 17, 2026