California Tax Deadlines

State income tax filing deadlines, extensions, and estimates for 2026.

California Franchise Tax Board

https://www.ftb.ca.gov

individual deadline

On Track

Due: Apr 15, 2026

Extension: Oct 15, 2026

Form: Form 540 / 540NR

Automatic extension to file; payment due by April 15.

Estimated Payments

Q1Apr 15, 2026
Q2Jun 15, 2026
Q3Sep 15, 2026
Q4Jan 15, 2027

Sole Proprietorship deadline

On Track

Due: Apr 15, 2026

Extension: Oct 15, 2026

Form: Form 540 / 540NR

Sole proprietors file with personal return; automatic extension to file.

Estimated Payments

Q1Apr 15, 2026
Q2Jun 15, 2026
Q3Sep 15, 2026
Q4Jan 15, 2027

Partnership deadline

Soon

Due: Mar 16, 2026

Extension: Oct 15, 2026

Form: Form 565

Automatic extension for CA partnerships; payment still due by original date.

S Corporation deadline

Soon

Due: Mar 16, 2026

Extension: Sep 15, 2026

Form: Form 100S

Automatic extension for CA S corporations.

C Corporation deadline

On Track

Due: Apr 15, 2026

Extension: Nov 15, 2026

Form: Form 100

Automatic 7-month extension for most corporations in CA.

Estimated Payments

Q1Apr 15, 2026
Q2Jun 15, 2026
Q3Sep 15, 2026
Q4Dec 15, 2026

LLC deadline

Soon

Due: Mar 16, 2026

Extension: Oct 15, 2026

Form: Form 568

LLC returns follow the partnership calendar-year due date.

Nonprofit deadline

On Track

Due: May 15, 2026

Extension: Dec 15, 2026

Form: Form 199 / 199N

CA allows a 7-month extension for exempt organizations.

Estimated Tax Payments

View all quarterly estimated payment due dates for California.

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FAQ

Does California conform to federal due dates?

Many California deadlines follow the federal calendar. Always confirm on California Franchise Tax Board.

Where can I file California tax forms?

Visit California Franchise Tax Board at https://www.ftb.ca.gov for official forms and e-file options.