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Form 6744: VITA/TCE Volunteer Assistor’s Test/Retest
IRS Form 6744 is the VITA/TCE Volunteer Assistor’s Test/Retest form used by volunteers in the IRS's tax assistance programs. The revision date on file is 10-2025.
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IRS Form 6744 - VITA/TCE Volunteer Assistor’s Test/Retest
IRS Form 6744 is the VITA/TCE Volunteer Assistor’s Test/Retest form used by volunteers in the IRS's tax assistance programs. The revision date on file is 10-2025.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failure to have the sponsoring partner’s approving official sign and date Form 13615 invalidates the form.
- 2Not having the sponsoring partner’s approving official sign or date Form 13615.
- 3Failing to match volunteer name/address in Link & Learn Taxes with government ID.
- 4Voluntarily accepting payment, donations, or refund payments for tax prep (VSC #2).
- 5Using gained taxpayer information for direct or indirect personal benefit (VSC #3).
Plain English
This form confirms that a volunteer has taken or retaken the necessary test for the VITA/TCE program, which allows them to help others with their taxes. By completing it, the volunteer verifies their readiness and adherence to specific conduct standards required by the IRS.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-11-10 22:10:08
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when taking the VITA/TCE training test or retest to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired for tax return preparation.
- Do not use Form 6744 when you are simply reviewing materials; use it specifically for testing your abilities.
- Check Form 13615 instead when signing the Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement.
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Need to document adherence to ethical standards
This is the required agreement that must be signed and dated before volunteering.
✓ Confirm you have completed and signed this form.
Volunteering in VITA/TCE programs generally
The mission of these programs is providing free tax return preparation to eligible taxpayers.
✓ Ensure your role aligns with the program's core purpose.
Not stated in the official source
Test answers for paper submission
This form serves as the physical record for submitting test results to an instructor.
✓ Verify you are using this specific tear-out page for grading.
Deadline or filing window
The required completion is tied to taking the VITA/TCE training. Volunteers must complete and sign Form 13615, Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement, upon test completion. The source does not specify a submission deadline date for Form 6744 itself.
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What you need before filling it out
Volunteer Standards of Conduct (VSC) #2
Do not accept payment, ask for donations, or accept refund payments for federal or state tax return preparation from customers. · Form 6744 (p.2)
Test Scoring Requirement
Passing Score: 12 of 15 · Form 6744 (p.11)
Certification Requirement
Must certify in Intake/Interview and Quality Review for preparers, reviewers, coordinators, facilitators, and instructors. · Form 6744 (p.2)
Confidentiality Rule
All tax information received from taxpayers must not be disclosed to unauthorized individuals under any circumstances. · Form 6744 (p.2)
Test Answers Submission
If using Link & Learn Taxes, do not use this answer sheet; record answers on the tear-out page. · Form 6744 (p.11/p.12)
Tax Law Certification
Volunteers answering tax law questions must certify in tax law prior to signing Form 13615. · Form 6744 (p.2)
Before you submit
- 1Confirm the revision date reads 10-2025 on Form 6744.
- 2Verify that all answers are recorded next to the corresponding question number (left-hand column) if submitting a paper test.
- 3Ensure you have completed and signed Form 13615, Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement.
- 4Check that your name on Form 6744 matches your government-issued photo identification.
- 5Confirm adherence to VSC #2: No payment/donation acceptance for return preparation.
- 6Verify the Military Course Test has a total score recorded (out of 15).
- 7Ensure you have documented that all tax information received is strictly confidential.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 6744, including providing your name and recording test answers.
- 2Sign and date Form 13615, Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement (which must be completed in conjunction with this form).
- 3Have the sponsoring partner’s approving official or IRS contact confirm your identity on Form 13615 using government-issued photo identification.
- 4Submit the signed and dated Form 13615, along with the completed Form 6744 (or its tear-out answer sheet), to your instructor for grading.
Known limitations
- 1Form 6744 (Rev. 10-2025) is based on tax law that was in effect when the publication was finalized.
- 2The answers for the test and retest are based on 2025 values for deductions, exemptions, tax, and credits.
- 3If a volunteer enters their test answers in Link & Learn Taxes, they should not use the paper answer sheet (Form 6744) for recording responses.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition is Revision 10-2025, and users can find updates within Publication 4491-X (VITA/TCE Training Supplement). The source does not specify any changes made in this revision.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm Revision 10-2025
- Catalog Number — confirm 43560V
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source (but www.irs.gov is provided)
- Signature — ensure Form 13615 is signed and dated by the volunteer and approved/confirmed by an official.
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After you file
- 1A volunteer must complete and sign Form 13615, Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement.
- 2Volunteers must adhere to the six specific Volunteer Standards of Conduct (VSC #1 through VSC #6).
- 3If submitting a paper test, the instructor will specify where to send the Test Answer Sheet for grading.
- 4The IRS may not be able to use a volunteer's assistance in these programs if the requested information on Form 6744 is not provided.
Sources
- SRCForm 6744 (Rev. 10-2025) is the form number/revision date on Form p.1.
- SRCThe purpose of Form 6744 is VITA/TCE Volunteer Assistor’s Test/Retest, as stated on Form p.1.
- SRCForm 13615 must be confirmed and signed by an approving official or IRS contact before the form is valid (p.2).
- SRCA volunteer must adhere to VSC #2: Do not accept payment, ask for donations, or accept refund payments for federal or state tax return preparation from customers (p.2).
- SRCThe test answers are based on 2025 values for deductions, exemptions, tax, and credits (p.8).
- SRCBeginning Filing Season 2025, all volunteers must register and certify via Link & Learn Taxes (p.8).
Common confusion points
When should I use this paper answer sheet (Form 6744)?
Use it only if you are submitting the paper test to your instructor for grading, otherwise use Link & Learn Taxes.
→ Check the instructions on Form 6744 p.12.
What is required before my form is valid?
A sponsoring partner’s approving official or IRS contact must confirm identity (name and address) using government-issued photo ID and sign/date it.
→ Verify this requirement on Form 6744 p.2.
Does taking the test mean I have to prepare a tax return?
No, you may encounter mini-scenarios that do not require preparing a return; however, there are also scenarios requiring sample tax returns.
→ Check instructions on Form 6744 p.8.
What happens if my name/address in Link & Learn Taxes is wrong?
Volunteers must update their My Account page in Link & Learn Taxes to match their government-issued photo identification.
→ Review the guidance on Form 6744 p.2.
Is my response voluntary or mandatory?
The response provided on Form 6744 is voluntary, though failure to provide information may prevent IRS use of assistance.
→ See the Privacy Act Notice on Form 6744 p.11 and p.12.
What if I encounter a scenario question?
Read the interview notes carefully for that scenario and use training/resource materials to answer the subsequent questions.
→ Follow the guidance on Form 6744 p.8.
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- If information is missing, the IRS may not be able to use your assistance in the volunteer income tax preparation and outreach programs.
Questions about IRS Form 6744
What is IRS Form 6744 used for?
This form confirms that a volunteer has taken or retaken the necessary test for the VITA/TCE program, which allows them to help others with their taxes. By completing it, the volunteer verifies their readiness and adherence to specific conduct standards required by the IRS.
Who must file IRS Form 6744?
Volunteers in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) / Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs must complete Form 6744.
What information does IRS Form 6744 require?
The form collects information related to a volunteer's test status, and requires completion of the Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement (Form 13615). Test Answer Sheets record answers from various military course tests.
Where do I file IRS Form 6744?
If submitting a paper test, the instructor will specify where to send the Test Answer Sheet. Volunteers can take the training online at apps.irs.gov/app/vita/.
How do I complete IRS Form 6744?
First, a volunteer must take the test online or on paper. If taking the paper test, answers are recorded on the Test Answer Sheet. Finally, the volunteer must complete and sign Form 13615, Volunteer Standards of Conduct Agreement.
What happens if IRS Form 6744 is filed incorrectly?
Failure to comply with the Volunteer Standards of Conduct (VSC) could result in consequences that include, but are not limited to, disciplinary action against the volunteer.
When should I use this paper answer sheet (Form 6744)?
Use it only if you are submitting the paper test to your instructor for grading, otherwise use Link & Learn Taxes. Check the instructions on Form 6744 p.12.
What is required before my form is valid?
A sponsoring partner’s approving official or IRS contact must confirm identity (name and address) using government-issued photo ID and sign/date it. Verify this requirement on Form 6744 p.2.
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