Ohio Income Tax Filing Season Opens January 26, 2026
Summary
Ohio income tax filing season opens January 26, 2026 with an April 15 deadline for individual and school district returns. Taxpayers can file free online via OH|TAX eServices with extended phone and chat support available on select Saturdays and weekdays through April 15. USPS mail postmarks may be delayed near the deadline so electronic filing is recommended for timely submissions.
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Ohio has opened its 2026 individual and school district income tax filing season effective January 26, with the standard April 15 filing and payment deadline in effect. The Ohio Department of Taxation is offering free electronic filing through OH|TAX eServices and extended support hours on select Saturdays and weekdays through mid-April.
Ohio residents and individuals subject to school district income tax should ensure timely submission of returns by April 15 to avoid penalties. Those choosing to file by mail should be aware that USPS postmark processing may cause delays near the deadline, making electronic filing the more reliable option for on-time filing confirmation.
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- 2026-01-26
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January 26, 2026
Filing season for individual and school district income tax officially opens today, January 26, and the deadline to file and pay is April 15.
Taxpayers can file their Ohio state and school district returns for free online using OH|TAX eServices. It’s secure, convenient, and available 24/7.
Important Update for Filing by Mail
Planning to file by mail this year? Make sure to plan ahead.
USPS postmark processing may cause mail dropped near the deadline to receive a later postmark date, which could impact whether your return is considered on time.
For more information on postmarks, visit the USPS website.
Extended Service Hours
To better assist taxpayers, we’re offering extended phone and live chat support for personal income tax filing questions during the following times:
- Saturday, January 31: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Saturday, February 28: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 28: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Saturday, April 11: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Monday, April 13 – Wednesday, April 15: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Need Help?
We are here to support you throughout filing season:
- Watch our Tax Filing Tips Youtube playlist on our Youtube channel.
- Visit our Filing Season Tips page for additional guidance.
- Log in to OH|TAX eServices and select Send a Message under Additional Resources.
- Schedule an appointment through our Bookings feature.
- Call us at: 800-282-1780 or contact us via live chat.
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