Maryland Tax Deadlines
State income tax filing deadlines, extensions, and estimates for 2026.
Comptroller of Maryland
https://www.marylandtaxes.gov
individual deadline
Due: Apr 15, 2026
Extension: Oct 15, 2026
Form: Form 502 / 505
Maryland allows a 6-month extension to file; payment due April 15.
Estimated Payments
Sole Proprietorship deadline
Due: Apr 15, 2026
Extension: Oct 15, 2026
Form: Form 502 / 505
Business income reported on MD personal return.
Estimated Payments
Partnership deadline
Due: Mar 16, 2026
Extension: Sep 15, 2026
Form: State business income tax return
Calendar-year due date follows federal timing for pass-through entities.
S Corporation deadline
Due: Mar 16, 2026
Extension: Sep 15, 2026
Form: State business income tax return
Calendar-year due date follows federal timing for pass-through entities.
C Corporation deadline
Due: Apr 15, 2026
Extension: Oct 15, 2026
Form: State corporate income tax return
Calendar-year due date follows federal timing for corporations.
Estimated Payments
LLC deadline
Due: Mar 16, 2026
Extension: Sep 15, 2026
Form: State business income tax return
Calendar-year due date follows federal timing for pass-through entities.
Nonprofit deadline
Due: May 15, 2026
Extension: Nov 15, 2026
Form: State nonprofit return
Nonprofit annual return generally due the 15th day of the 5th month.
Estimated Tax Payments
View all quarterly estimated payment due dates for Maryland.
FAQ
When are taxes due in Maryland?
Maryland state income tax returns for 2025 are generally due on April 15, 2026, aligning with the federal deadline. However, some entity types such as partnerships and S-corporations have earlier deadlines (March 16, 2026). Check the deadlines above for your specific entity type.
Does Maryland require estimated tax payments?
Yes, Maryland generally requires estimated tax payments if you expect to owe more than a certain threshold in state income tax. Payments typically follow a quarterly schedule. Visit the estimated payments page for Maryland for specific due dates.
What is the Maryland tax extension deadline?
Maryland generally grants a 6-month extension for filing state income tax returns, moving the deadline to October 15, 2026 for most individual filers. Note that an extension to file is not an extension to pay — any tax owed is still due by the original deadline.
What are the Maryland tax rates for 2026?
Maryland tax rates vary by income level and filing status. For the most current rates and brackets, visit Comptroller of Maryland at https://www.marylandtaxes.gov. Tax rates can change annually based on state legislation.
Does Maryland conform to federal due dates?
Many Maryland deadlines follow the federal calendar. Always confirm on Comptroller of Maryland.
Where can I file Maryland tax forms?
Visit Comptroller of Maryland at https://www.marylandtaxes.gov for official forms and e-file options.
Maryland Tax Deadlines by Entity Type
View detailed deadlines for specific business entity types in Maryland.
Sole Proprietorship
Due April 15, 2026 with extension to October 15, 2026.
Partnership
Due March 16, 2026 with extension to September 15, 2026.
S Corporation
Due March 16, 2026 with extension to September 15, 2026.
C Corporation
Due April 15, 2026 with extension to October 15, 2026.
LLC
Single-member LLCs follow April 15; multi-member LLCs follow March 16.
Nonprofit
Due May 15, 2026 with extension to November 15, 2026.
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