If i cannot e-file by midnight, will I be penalized

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You need to file an extension if you have not.    Are you able to file an electronic extension?

https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free

If you owe taxes, and you are able to pay, you should make the estimated payment to avoid interest penalty.

https://www.irs.gov/payments

Also see:

Penalty Relief Due to Reasonable Cause

https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/penalty-relief-due-to-reasonable-cause