Registering and Scheduling an Examination Appointment

Registration Process

You can register and schedule the exam using one of the three following options:

A. Online—a one-step process

The quickest way to register and schedule an examination is online. This is the only way to register and schedule an exam in the same day.

To register and schedule an examination online, follow these steps:

  1. Access www.prometric.com/see.
  2. Click the Obtain a PTIN/Register for My Test button.
  3. If it’s your first time, click Create Account button to set up your user ID and password.
  4. Register and pay for the test. You will be asked to provide your PTIN number. Prometric will assign you a candidate number. It will be the same as your PTIN.
  5. Schedule your test. Again, go to www.prometric.com/see. Click on the Schedule My Test button. You will be asked to provide the candidate number that Prometric assigned to you when you registered for your test in step 4. Schedule your test at your closest testing center at a convenient date and time.

B.  By phone

  1. Call Prometric at 800.306.3926

C.  By mail

  1. Mail your completed Form 2587 to:
  • Prometric
  • Attn: IRS Special Enrollment Examination
  • 7941 Corporate Drive
  • Nottingham, MD 21236
  1. Wait six to 10 calendar days for delivery and processing before scheduling an examination appointment.

Scheduling an Examination

Candidates can take each part of the examination at their convenience.

Consequently, parts do not have to be taken on the same day, or on consecutive days. All parts do not have to be taken or scheduled during an examination window.

Candidates can take examination parts up to four times each during the testing period (May 1, 2023 to February 28, 2024). Once your registration has been processed, you can schedule an examination appointment at any time online at www.prometric.com/irs or by calling 800-306-3926 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. (Eastern Time), Monday through Friday. You will be provided a number confirming your appointment. Record and keep this confirmation number for your records—you will need it to reschedule, cancel or change your appointment in any way.

Examination Locations

Examinations are administered by computer at a Prometric Testing Center.

Currently, the Special Enrollment Examination is given at nearly 300 Prometric testing centers located across the United States and internationally. Test centers are located in most major metropolitan areas. A complete list of these testing centers, addresses and driving directions is located at www.prometric.com/irs. In the box titled Do More, click on “Continue” and select your preferred test location. Most locations are open on Saturdays and some locations are open on Sundays and evenings.

Testing Fees

The testing fee is $206 for each part of the examination.

This fee is paid at the time you schedule your examination. Accepted forms of payment include: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Diner's Club cards bearing the MasterCard symbol and JCB. Electronic checks are also accepted when scheduling by phone. Money orders, paper checks and cash are not accepted. Examination testing fees are not refundable or transferable.

Rescheduling Your Appointment

If you need to reschedule an examination for another date, time or location, you must contact Prometric. Rescheduling fees will apply as follows:

  • No fee if you reschedule at least 30 calendar days prior to your appointment.
  • $35 fee if you reschedule five to 29 calendar days before your appointment.
  • Another $206 full examination fee if you reschedule less than five calendar days before your appointment date.