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All about EA
The Enrolled Agent (EA) is the highest credential recognized by the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS). EAs are tax specialists who can advise, prepare, and handle all tax matters for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts.
- Part 1- Individuals
- Part 2- Business
- Part 3- Representations, Practices, & Procedures
- +2 qualification (any stream)
- 18 years or above
- 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Exam window- May 1 – Feb 28
EA USA Syllabus
The Enrolled Agent (EA) USA syllabus is a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of U.S. tax laws, IRS procedures, and ethical practices. In a few months, candidates will be prepared to become federally authorized tax practitioners recognized throughout the United States.
Covers gathering and reviewing client information and verifying filing status, dependents, and income sources to ensure accurate tax preparation.
Focuses on recognizing various income types like wages, interest, dividends, rental income, and capital gains, and handling asset transactions like property sales or investments.
Explains allowable deductions and tax credits available to individuals, helping reduce taxable income and maximize refunds legally.
Applying IRS rules to determine total tax owed, including tax rates, penalties, additional taxes, and final tax calculation.
Teaches how to prepare accurate individual tax returns, guide taxpayers on deductions, credits, and planning, and represent them before the IRS.
Deals with unique individual situations such as nonresident returns, deceased taxpayers, and amended returns
Explains types of business structures and their tax implications. Like sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and LLCs
Covers how businesses report income, expenses, assets, and liabilities, and teaches students to analyze and interpret financial data for tax purposes.
Focuses on handling complex tax filings for specific types of taxpayers, including trusts, estates, partnerships, and non-profit organizations, ensuring accurate compliance with IRS rules.
Covers the structure of the IRS, audit selection, collection processes, and taxpayer rights throughout the examination process.
Teaches how to represent clients effectively before the IRS in audits, appeals, and collection matters.
Handling specialized IRS issues such as liens, levies, offers in compromise, penalty abatement, and dispute resolution.
Covers e-filing, payment options, refund processing, and ensuring accurate, timely return submissions.
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- Advanced Training Program (ATP)
- Highest Number of Class Hours
- 3-Week Intense Foundation
- Coaching Fee Refund if Failed
Alumni Testimonial
I completed the CMA (USA) course at Chanakya Business School. I recently started working at Apex One Services as a Fund Accountant, and I am currently an Analyst. I am deeply grateful to Chanakya Business School for helping me achieve this designation.
I am from Kerala, and I am currently working in Chennai as a Fund Accountant. The faculty at Chanakya Business School has been a great support. The exam retake offers also helped me develop a fearless exam strategy. I would definitely recommend Chanakya to everyone.
Hi. I work at KPMG as an Associate 1. I would like to thank Chanakya Business School for the training and guidance they provided, which helped me complete my CMA (USA) certification. I highly recommend Chanakya Business School to anyone pursuing a professional qualification.
I am working as an Analyst at Apex One Services and currently pursuing CMA (USA) at Chanakya Business School. The flexible timings, recorded sessions, and live classes has helped me balance my work and studies effectively. Thank you for making my learning journey seamless and enjoyable.
I chose to study CMA (USA) at Chanakya Business School, and the team has been extremely helpful throughout the classes. If you are a working professional, you should definitely consider this supportive team. I 100% recommend Chanakya Business School to anyone who wants to build a global career.
I work as a Fund Analyst at Apex One Services. I completed my CMA (USA) in 1.5 years and got placed very quickly. I secured a good package along with a better work culture. I am very thankful to Chanakya for the continuous support and for helping me reach this position. Thank you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our FAQs to find quick and clear answers about EA courses, enrollment, study materials, and more. If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out!
The Enrolled Agent (EA) is a prestigious US government credential granted by the IRS. It authorizes professionals to represent taxpayers in all cases before the Internal Revenue Service
Anyone who has completed plus two (in any stream) can enroll. To become certified, candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a valid passport for identification.
The EA course can usually be completed in 9 months, depending on your preparation pace and exam schedule.
Fresh EAs can earn ₹4.5 to ₹8 LPA, while experienced professionals and those working with US clients can earn ₹10-20 LPA or more, depending on role and location.
Global demand for EAs is high. You can work as a Tax Consultant, International Tax Advisor, IRS Representative, or for top accounting firms and KPOs that handle US taxation.
At Virtual Chanakya, we see your goal not as just passing an exam but launching a rewarding career. You learn from seasoned mentors who bring over 13 years of real world experience into every class. With our 100% placement support, we walk with you, guiding your first steps as a certified professional.
Prometric administers the Special Enrolment Examination (SEE) on behalf of the IRS. It is conducted in three parts.
Part 1 deals with individual taxation.
Part 2 deals with business taxation.
Part 3 deals with Representations, Practices, and Procedures.
Each part consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that must be completed in 3.5 hours. Candidates may take the exam in any order that best suits their preparation. Once one part is completed, the candidate has three years to complete the remaining two parts.
No. You can take each part separately in any order.
Each part is scored on a scale of 40–130, and a score of 105 or higher is required to pass.
EAs must complete 72 hours of continuing education every three years (at least 16 hours per year) and adhere to the IRS's strict ethical standards.
Yes! Many candidates study part-time and pass the exam in under a year.
No, the exam is focused on tax law and IRS procedures, not accounting or auditing.
Yes. You can retake any part up to four times during the testing window (May 1–February 28).
Yes. You can reschedule your exam within 5-30 days of its scheduled date for a small fee.