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Enrolled Agent (EA) exams!

Become a recognized tax professional with the prestigious Enrolled Agent designation.

EA certification is the highest credential awarded by the IRS, granting you the authority to represent taxpayers before the IRS, offer expert tax advice, and handle complex tax matters.

Register by paying ₹2,999 & get 100% fee refund once you clear all the 3 EA Exam Parts!

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Why ₹2,999?

The token fee of ₹2,999 serves as a filter to attract committed and serious learners to our community (bear in mind that coaching institutes usually charge between ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 for EA coaching). We believe that by charging a small fee, we will attract learners who are truly interested in advancing their careers and gaining valuable skills and also support partially in running our operations.

We remain committed to keeping our fees as low as possible and not to make any profits, while still continue to improve in our endeavor of providing high-quality education and resources to our learners.

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Entigrity Academy for Enrolled Agent

With EA, you become
the champion of US taxation

What is an Enrolled Agent?

  • An Enrolled Agent is an expert in tax preparation and representation matters
  • Enrolled Agents are granted the highest level of recognition by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
  • An Enrolled Agent is authorized to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
  • Enrolled Agent status is the highest credential awarded by the IRS
  • Enrolled Agents are held to ethical standards and are required to complete 72 hours of continuing education courses every three years to maintain their status

Who should take up the EA course?

  • The course is open to all individuals who have a fundamental understanding of accounting principles and are at least 18 years old (have cleared +2). There are no specific prerequisites or requirements beyond these basic qualifications. This inclusive approach allows individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue the course and gain the esteemed Enrolled Agent certification.
  • Candidates who are B.Com, BBA, M.Com, or MBA graduates are especially encouraged to take this coaching to grow their career.
  • Business students or professionals who want more opportunities and earning potential.

Earning Potential

Basis market research and growth of the Tax Outsourcing sector in India, we estimate that:

  • After passing the Enrolled Agent exam, entry-level EA's can earn between ₹5 to ₹7 LPA.
  • Mid-career Enrolled Agents in India with 5-9 years of experience can earn an average compensation of north of ₹12 LPA

    • **Entigrity Academy does not guarantee a particular job or salary upon completion of the coaching course.

How to become an Enrolled Agent?

  • The IRS has four Enrolled Agent requirements that you’ll need to complete to become an Enrolled Agent (EA):
    • Obtain a PTIN
    • Schedule and pass all three parts of the Special Enrollment Exam (SEE - Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam) within two years
    • Apply for Enrollment using Form 23
    • Pass a suitability check, which includes tax compliance and criminal background check

Exam Structure

  • The IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam is a comprehensive three-part test that tax preparers must pass to become an IRS Enrolled Agent. The sections of each exam are taken separately on different dates. If a candidate passes one part of the exam, that score is carried over for up to two years. After two years, that score no longer carries over, and the candidate must retake that section
  • Each part of the Enrolled Agent exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). These 100 MCQs include 85 scored questions and 15 experimental questions. So between the three Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam parts, you’ll have to answer 300 questions
  • Questions are in three possible formats:
    • Direct question
    • Incomplete sentence
    • All of the following except
  • All three types of questions are in MCQ format, with four possible answers for each question. There are no true-false questions applicable.
  • The total testing time for each Enrolled Agent exam part is 3.5 hours. However, your total time at the Prometric testing center will be 4 hours, as your appointment includes 30 minutes for a pre-exam tutorial and a post-exam customer satisfaction survey. Moreover, you should arrive at the testing center at least 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time
  • An on-screen timer shows the time you have remaining for the exam. The Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam includes no breaks, though. Nevertheless, you may leave the testing room to drink water or use the restroom, but the exam timer will not stop

License and Renewal

  • Enrolled Agents (EAs) are required to renew their PTIN with the IRS annually
  • The renewal period is open from mid-October to December 31
  • A candidate can renew his/her PTIN online or by mail
  • Enrolled Agents (EA) must also keep up with the Continuing Education requirements
  • The IRS sets three-year Renewal Cycles based on the last digit of your SSN
  • Enrolled Agents (EA) must complete 72 hours of Continuing Education every three-year Renewal Cycle

Job Opportunities

  • Public Tax Accounting Firm Staff
  • Small/large Tax Accounting Firm Staff
  • Tax Practitioner with Big 4 accounting firms
  • Law Firm Staff
  • Investment Firm Staff
  • Tax Practitioner with outsourcing firms
  • CEO or Owner of Your Own Business
  • Working with Shared Service Centres and F&A Companies

Market Opportunities

  • There are over 46,000 public accounting firms (and thousands of other small accounting services firms) in the United States, and less than 10% utilize accounting outsourcing services. The number of firms outsourcing to India is growing every day, which means tremendous potential for EA's in India as it's the preferred designation for U.S. accounting firms.
  • With a certified EA qualification, your market employability increases drastically and you have options such as:
    • Public Tax Accounting Firm Staff
    • Small/large Tax Accounting Firm Staff
    • Tax Practitioner with Big 4 accounting firms
    • Law Firm Staff
    • Investment Firm Staff
    • Tax Practitioner with outsourcing firms
    • CEO or Owner of Your Own Business
    • Working with Shared Service Centres and F&A Companies

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Why choose Entigrity Academy
for your EA prep?

  • 55+ Concise Video Lectures [100+ Hours]
  • Biweekly Doubt Solving Sessions (In Group)
  • 3,000+ Practice Questions
  • Downloadable Study Materials
  • Lifetime Access till you Pass all 3 Exam Parts
  • Progress Tracking
  • Biweekly Mentoring Sessions (In Group)
  • Community Forum (get your doubts resolved within 24 hours)
  • No 1-on-1 Mentoring Sessions
  • No Live Sessions

We acknowledge there are other EA Exam Prep + Coaching Programs in the market. However, we aim to be the most affordable and are dedicated to continuous improvement and greatly value your feedback.

It’s important to note that due to our cost-effective nature, we don’t provide exclusively live or personalized sessions. Nevertheless, our comprehensive EA course will fulfill your exam preparation requirements and provide a solid foundation in US taxation principles.

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The Most Affordable EA Course in India

As this is a not-for-profit initiative we are making available for the masses, we are running it lean and will not have live sessions or 1-on-1 mentoring.

We aim to make our services affordable and accessible to as many students and professionals as possible. We strive to help them improve their skills and advance in their careers.

We look forward to your support and feedback to keep improving the course and reach our goal of coaching 500k+ professionals.

How we fare with others in the Industry

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Price Gleim EA Review $629.95 Surgent EA Review $999.00 Fast Forward EA Review $559.00 Entigrity Academy ₹2,999 Simandhar Education ₹65,000 ILead Tax Academy ₹27,500

Course Content Gleim EA Review Comprehensive Surgent EA Review Comprehensive Fast Forward EA Review Comprehensive Entigrity Academy Comprehensive Simandhar Education Comprehensive ILead Tax Academy Comprehensive
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Flashcards Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review Yes Entigrity Academy No Simandhar Education Yes ILead Tax Academy N/A
Video Lectures Gleim EA Review Yes (30+ hours) Surgent EA Review Yes (40+ hours) Fast Forward EA Review Yes (15+ hours) Entigrity Academy Yes (100+ hours) Simandhar Education Yes (15+ hours) ILead Tax Academy Yes (150+ hours)
Audio Lectures Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review No Entigrity Academy No Simandhar Education No ILead Tax Academy No
Course Duration Gleim EA Review Self-paced Surgent EA Review Self-paced Fast Forward EA Review Self-paced Entigrity Academy Self-paced Simandhar Education Self-paced ILead Tax Academy Self-paced
Practice Questions Gleim EA Review Extensive (N/A) Surgent EA Review Extensive (1800+ Questions) Fast Forward EA Review Extensive (3000+ Questions) Entigrity Academy Extensive (3000+ Questions) Simandhar Education Extensive (N/A) ILead Tax Academy Extensive (2500+ Questions)
Mock Tests/Exams Gleim EA Review Multiple full-length practice exams included Surgent EA Review Multiple full-length practice exams included Fast Forward EA Review Multiple full-length practice exams included Entigrity Academy Multiple full-length practice exams included Simandhar Education Multiple full-length practice exams included ILead Tax Academy N/A
Additional Features Gleim EA Review Comprehensive Surgent EA Review Comprehensive Fast Forward EA Review Comprehensive Entigrity Academy Comprehensive Simandhar Education Comprehensive ILead Tax Academy Comprehensive

Online Access Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review Yes Entigrity Academy Yes Simandhar Education Yes ILead Tax Academy Yes
Mobile App Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review No Entigrity Academy No Simandhar Education No ILead Tax Academy No
Payment Options Gleim EA Review One-time payment installment plans available Surgent EA Review One-time payment installment plans available Fast Forward EA Review One-time payment, installment plans available Entigrity Academy One-time payment Simandhar Education One-time payment ILead Tax Academy N/A
User Interface Gleim EA Review Modern and user-friendly Surgent EA Review Simple and straightforward Fast Forward EA Review Simple and straightforward Entigrity Academy Simple and straightforward Simandhar Education User-friendly ILead Tax Academy User-friendly

Access Period Gleim EA Review Access Until You Pass Surgent EA Review Access Until You Pass Fast Forward EA Review Access Until You Pass Entigrity Academy LIfetime Access Simandhar Education N/A ILead Tax Academy N/A
Free Trial Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review Yes Entigrity Academy No Simandhar Education No ILead Tax Academy No
Money-Back Guarantee Gleim EA Review No Surgent EA Review Yes Fast Forward EA Review No Entigrity Academy Yes
*On completing the course within 2 years from the date of enrolment, there will be 50% refund, and the other 50% after clearing the 3 EA exam parts.		 Simandhar Education No ILead Tax Academy No
Course Updates Gleim EA Review Regular updates and new materials Surgent EA Review Regular updates and new materials Fast Forward EA Review Regular updates and new materials Entigrity Academy Regular updates and new materials Simandhar Education Regular updates and new materials ILead Tax Academy Regular updates and new materials
Admin/Exam Support Gleim EA Review Yes, email and phone support Surgent EA Review Yes, email and phone support Fast Forward EA Review Yes, email and phone support Entigrity Academy Yes, email and phone support Simandhar Education Yes, email and phone support ILead Tax Academy Yes, email and phone support
Community Forum Gleim EA Review Yes Surgent EA Review N/A Fast Forward EA Review Yes Entigrity Academy Yes Simandhar Education No ILead Tax Academy No
Supplemental Resources Gleim EA Review Additional resources and tools provided Surgent EA Review Limited supplemental resources provided Fast Forward EA Review Limited supplemental resources provided Entigrity Academy Limited supplemental resources provided Simandhar Education Limited supplemental resources provided ILead Tax Academy Limited supplemental resources provided
** This comparison is based on publicly available information

How are we funding it?

If you’re wondering how we are able to provide the course at
such a minimal amount, here’s a glimpse of what’s happening

What’s Retention Fee?

If you do not clear all the 3 EA exam parts within 2 years from the date of enrollment, you will not be eligible for the full refund of the course fee. You will only be able to claim the 50% refund on completing the course and clearing the internal test. You will not be eligible to receive the remaining 50% of the fee, which would now be considered as the Retention fee.

We would be using the retention fee to support our cost of operation incurred in bettering the materials, platform, technology, and overall user experience.

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What if I don’t clear my EA Exams?

First things first, taking up the EA course and learning through the study materials and lectures itself would upskill you.

If you do not clear your EA exams after enrolling with us, you are still on the winning side as

  • You would have a complete understanding of the US taxes (individuals, businesses, representation, practice and procedures), and this would increase your employability
  • You will receive a Certificate of Completion from Entigrity Academy
  • You will receive 50% fee refund on completion of the course and clearing an internal test
  • If you clear at least one of the EA exam parts, it would serve as a testament of your newly-learned skills and expertise

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Learn every thing you need to know about EA Exam

The IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam is a comprehensive three-part test that tax preparers must pass to become Enrolled Agents (EA). After Tax-Preparers pass all 3 parts of the exam and complete the other requirements, they will be able to attain Enrolled Agent (EA) designation. It allows Enrolled Agents (EA) to practice before the IRS and showcase their Tax Expertise.

Special Enrollment Exam (SEE - Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam) consists of three parts:

  • Individuals
  • Businesses
  • Representation, practices & procedures

Each exam part may be taken 4 times per testing window, which runs from May 1 to the end of February.

The test is offered from May 1 to the end of February of the following year. The test is not offered during the annual blackout period in March and April. During this time the test is updated with the most recent tax law.

Generally, all three parts should be completed within 2 years from the date of completion of the first exam. However, due to COVID-19, exam candidates in 2020-2022 were given 3 years to complete all three parts.

The fee to take each part of the SEE is $203. This is the fee that needs to be paid to IRS. Refer to this link for more information: https://www.prometric.com/test-takers/search/irs

Scaled scores are determined by calculating the number of questions answered correctly and converting it to a scale that ranges from 40 to 130. The IRS has set the scaled passing score at 105. Failing candidates are provided a scaled score value so that they may see how close they are to be successful.

PTIN stands for the Preparer tax identification number. All paid preparers must enter this PTIN on all tax returns they prepare. It can be applied for at any time during the year and should be renewed by December 31st of every year.

Click Here to know more about PTIN.

Applicants do not need to hold a particular degree or meet experience requirements. Enrolled Agent (EA) certification follows a straightforward process. Enrolled Agent (EA) candidates must apply for a preparer tax identification number (PTIN), sign up for the certification exam, and learn enough about individual, business, estate and gift tax law, practice, procedure, representation, and ethics to pass all parts of the exam.

Candidates may take each part of the exam up to four times during the 10-month window of May 1 - February 28. You must wait until the next testing window to try for the fifth time.

You will not receive any certificate of completion from the IRS after you complete your EA exams. You would need to directly apply for the license.

Depending on your tax knowledge and experience, becoming an Enrolled Agent can take 3-8 months.

To apply for a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN), you can follow these steps:

  • Visit the IRS website: https://rpr.irs.gov/ptin
  • Start the application: Click on the link or button that allows you to start the PTIN application process.
  • Create an account: If you haven't previously registered on the IRS website, you'll need to create an account.
  • Complete the application form: Fill out the PTIN application form. The form will ask for information such as your name, contact information, previous PTIN (if applicable), business details (if applicable), and professional credentials (if any).
  • You would require a notarized copy of your valid government document. You would be uploading a soft copy of this while filling out the application. You would also need to fill Form 8946.
  • Generally it will take 4 to 6 weeks for the IRS to review your application and get back to you. Once you get an approval from the IRS, they will send you a payment request link. As soon as you make the payment, you will get the PTIN.
  • Please note that PTIN will expire on 31st December of every year and cost of renewal is $30.75 (may vary from year to year).

Please get in touch with our team at support@entigrityacademy.com and we would further guide you with this process

After completing your exams, you would need to fill out Form 23 (fill out the basic details), and pay an enrollment fee to the IRS to get your license.

There are no experience (or articleship) requirements needed to write and receive your Enrolled Agent certificate

All PTINs expire on December 31 of each year and are required to be renewed to be current and active. PTIN renewal open season begins mid-October each year for the following year.

Learn every thing you need to know about Exam Tips

When it comes to studying for the Enrolled Agent (EA) certification, choosing a self-preparing or self-review course offers unmatched benefits. With flexible scheduling, personalized learning, cost-effectiveness, convenience, and lifetime access to comprehensive materials, you have the freedom to study at your own pace and achieve your EA goals.

EA Prep Course requires you to study up to 70-100 hours of study time for each exam part based on the experienced candidate.

We suggest that you start with part one because this is based on individual tax returns – which directly relates to the work and tasks that you will have been doing as a tax preparer to date. Additionally, Part 3 will contain more references related to Parts 1 and 2, so, we advise you to appear for Part 3 at the last to clear your concepts.

If you approach the exam in a planned and focused manner, it's not an impossible task. The IRS Enrolled Agent exam pass rate fluctuates from 70% to 74%. This is a high pass rate compared to other professional accounting exams, like the CPA, which has an average pass rate of 45-50%. The IRS sets a scaled passing score of 105 out of the available 130 points.

Learn every thing you need to know about Career Opportunities

While there are a lot of job opportunities available in the market, thanks to the booming tax outsourcing sector in India, we do not provide any job guarantee with Entigrity or any other company.

Because taxes are a sure thing, so are jobs for Enrolled Agents (EA). As long as people must pay taxes, they'll need the help of Enrolled Agents (EA). There is a shortage of Enrolled Agents (EA) that can handle complicated tax returns and have the ability to represent clients before the IRS. So, Yes Enrolled Agents (EA) are in high demand now.

While there are a lot of work opportunities in India in the US tax outsourcing sector where you could build your career with the MNCs and other accounting services companies, going to the US directly and landing a job has many other factors that you would have to consider. Subject to these factors, it would be difficult to get directly placed there.

Please be noted that while there are a lot of job opportunities available in the market, thanks to the booming tax outsourcing sector in India, we do not provide any job guarantee with Entigrity or any other company.

Yes, with the EA qualification, you would be able to take up offshore US taxation work.

As there is a shortage of accountants and tax preparers in the US, there is a surge in demand for EAs and CPAs, and is leading to an increase in offshoring of accounting and tax services from the US. Pursuing and completing EA would help you land a job with MNCs and other accounting services firms in India and other countries across the world.

Please be noted that while there are a lot of job opportunities available in the market, thanks to the booming tax outsourcing sector in India, we do not provide any job guarantee with Entigrity or any other company.

Basis market research and growth of the Tax Outsourcing sector in India, we estimate that:

  • After passing the Enrolled Agent exam, entry-level EA's can earn between ₹5 to ₹7 LPA
  • Mid-career Enrolled Agents in India with 5-9 years of experience can earn an average compensation of north of ₹12 LPA

Note: Entigrity Academy does not guarantee a particular job or salary upon completion of the coaching course.

Learn every thing you need to know about EA Prep Course

Instead of forcing you to study a certain way, we give you on-demand course access to help you make smarter decisions as you study. Expertly-authored material provided by expert instructors, engaging video lectures, a 3000+ question bank, and mentoring sessions gives you the freedom to study how you learn best.

The Enrolled Agent (EA) question bank features:

  • Over 3,000 practice questions
  • Unlimited Enrolled Agent practice exams
  • 2400+ practice questions with comprehensive explanation.

As new content becomes eligible for testing on the Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam, we will update your online Enrolled Agent (EA) review course automatically and at no extra cost to you. You will get access until you pass all parts of the exam.

No. The course will be available to you until you pass all parts of the exam.

While you would need a PTIN to give your EA exams, it is not mandatory for enrollment with Entigrity Academy. Once you enroll with Entigrity Academy, we will assist you in receiving your PTIN.

Yes, you would have lifetime access to the course until you pass all the 3 EA exam parts. Updates are really important in any of the professional courses. The EA Exam Prep Course would be updated with all the IRS amendments.

Yes, you can download the study materials, make and download notes, and revisit previous chapters an unlimited number of times until you pass all your 3 EA exam parts.

No, you would not be able to access the course or the resources outside of India.

For any queries related to our Enrolled Agent Exam Prep Course, please write to us at support@entigrityacademy.com.

Please use the Sign Up/Enroll Now option on the www.entigrityacademy.com and you would receive an email/a pop-up with the payment information.

Currently, we do not provide any demo access/free trial to any of our lectures or materials.

Yes, on answering the MCQs, you will receive both the correct answer option and the answer explanation for the same.

Yes, the MCQs are comprehensive and are completely aligned with the exam requirements. They would also be updated along with the content updates.

The doubt-solving sessions are live (online) group sessions conducted by our instructors where they would help you solve your subject related queries and doubts.

Our Enrolled Agent (EA) course is designed to be self-paced, providing you with the flexibility and convenience to study at your own preferred schedule. Whether you have a full-time job or other commitments, you can comfortably navigate through the course materials and modules at a pace that suits your individual learning style. With our self-paced EA course, you have the freedom to take your time, review challenging topics, and progress through the material at a speed that ensures a comprehensive understanding of the content.

Learn every thing you need to know about Refund

You can claim a 50% refund on the course fee after completing the course and clearing an internal test. The remaining 50% of the refund can be claimed after completing all three parts of the EA exam and making the coaching absolutely free.

You would have an option available within your LMS to place a request for the refund. We would require that you fill in your email address, certificate of clearing, PTIN, bank account and other details to place the refund request.

If you do not clear all 3 exams within the 2-year period from the date of enrollment, it means you will not be eligible for the full refund of the course fee. You will only be able to claim the 50% refund on completing the course and clearing the internal test, as per the initial condition. The remaining 50% refund, which was contingent upon passing all 3 EA exam parts, will not be applicable in this scenario. Therefore, you will lose the opportunity to receive the full refund of the course fee if you do not clear all 3 exams within the specified 2-year period.

We would be using the retention fee to support our cost of operation incurred in bettering the materials, platform, technology, and overall user experience.

It will take a maximum of 15 business days for your fee to be refunded into your bank account.

You could refer to our refund policy page.

The benefit would be that you would have studied (would be introduced to) many of the US taxation concepts when you study the Regulation subject of CPA. This could help you study and clear your EA exams in a short period of time. The opposite is also true, where if you study and clear EA exams, it will help you easily tackle CPA Regulation subject.