if i lost my job in 2025 do I still have to list the occupation or job title for taxes?

[kmhorn2012]

if I lost my job in Sept 2025 do I still list that job title on my tax form

[DoninGA]

The Occupation field is only used for statistical analysis.  You can enter any occupation that you want, usually the last one you had would suffice.

[VolvoGirl]

You can or you can enter anything you want for occupation.   It’s not important or used in your tax return.   You do have to report the W2 or income on your return.