April estimated taxes (Q1 payment)

April 15 does double duty: file last year and pay Q1 estimates for this year.

By The PiggyMath Editorial Desk Last updated

This season’s due date

April 15, 2026 — income period: Q1 2026 (Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2026).

Read the full season notes on the estimated tax seasons hub, then run:

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Frequently asked questions

When is the April payment due?

April 15, 2026, covering Q1 2026 (Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2026).

Where are all deadlines?

See the quarterly tax deadlines page for 2026 and 2027 dates plus a downloadable calendar file.

Later in 2026: June 15 (Q2) · September 15 (Q3) · All seasons