I submitted my 2025 return and it was rejected because I don’t have 2024 agi. Cant get it by deadline, can I still file extension?

[dsawant]

Yes. Fill out the paper version IRS Form 4868. Mail it to the IRS. 

Go to www.irs.gov/Form4868 for the latest information.

[DawnC]

You may need to use zero.  Look over the FAQ below and see if anything applies; there are a few situations where you may need to use a different amount.   

How do I find last year's AGI?

You can e-file your extension through our Easy Extension website.   An extension does not give you extra time to pay your taxes, which are due on April 15, 2026.  Even if you can't pay your taxes by the deadline, file an extension anyway so you can avoid the late-filing penalty.

How do I file an IRS tax extension?   See all options for filing an extension here.

State Extensions

[VolvoGirl]

Try entering 0 for the AGI. The IRS might have processed your return later so the AGI didn't get entered in time.  Especially if you mailed it.  That works for most people. See,
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/rejections/help/what-if-i-entered-the-correct-agi-and-i-m-still-ge...

How to correct the AGI in the Online version
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/agi/help/where-do-i-correct-my-agi-in-turbotax-online/00/26311

If you can’t get it to efile you will have to print and mail it.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/printing/help/how-do-i-print-and-mail-my-return-in-turbotax-online...

Be sure to attach copies of your W2s and any 1099s that have withholding on them.  You have to mail federal and state in separate envelopes because they go to different places.  Get a tracking number from the post office when you mail them for proof of filing.