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posted Mar 4, 2026 6:11:01 PM

Federal return rejection Reject Code IND-996

How can I fix this

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Employee Tax Expert
Mar 4, 2026 6:18:56 PM

That reject code means that the Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) entered for a dependent or qualifying person doesn't match IRS records. 

 

Visit the www.irs.gov/getanippin to retrieve the correct number and update your return before resubmitting your return. Or, for assistance with the IP PIN, contact the IRS at 1-800-908-4490.