If you want your clinic to say yes quickly, give them a complete, current Form 13424‑Q with zero guesswork.
Key Takeaways
- Form 13424‑Q is the one‑page, fillable “LITC or STCP Student and Law Graduate Information Chart.” It is designed for intake and screening tied to special appearance authorization. The current IRS listing shows a revision date of Sep 2021. Confirm you are using the latest file.
- The form sits within OMB Control No. 1545‑1648 for the Low‑Income Taxpayer Clinic information collection. The collection was revised on June 30, 2025, and it lists Form 13424‑Q as “Modified,” so always check for updates before you submit.
- You will be asked for contact information, education status, income, and your reason for seeking help. Clinics use these fields to triage eligibility and assign cases.
- Special appearance authorization often pairs Form 13424‑Q with Form 13424‑P. Many clinics will not route you for appearances until both are complete and consistent.
- Policies vary by clinic. Publication 3319 governs LITC program operations and gets updated annually. Check your clinic’s intake deadlines and submission rules.
What Is Form 13424‑Q
Form 13424‑Q is a fillable Information Chart used by Low Income Taxpayer Clinics and Student Tax Clinic Programs. It captures your contact details, education and training status, brief income information, and the reasons you are seeking help. Clinics rely on it to confirm eligibility, plan supervision, and decide whether to authorize a special appearance. The IRS lists the form with a Sep 2021 revision, and the broader LITC information collection under OMB 1545‑1648 remains active and was revised in 2025, so the safest practice is to check currency each semester.
The OMB record also hosts a copy of the PDF. You will see it labeled “Form 13424‑Q, LITC or STCP Student and Law Graduate Information Chart,” with file metadata showing September 2021. Treat OMB as a helpful repository, then verify against IRS listings before submission.
Why Clinics Care About This Page
- It standardizes the details reviewers need, so they can confirm your role and move your matter forward.
- It reduces email churn about names, dates, income, and availability, which protects time for client work.
- It supports consistency with Publication 3319 standards and clinic operating procedures.
Who Should Use It
You should complete Form 13424‑Q if you are a law student, a recent graduate, or an STCP participant asking a clinic to evaluate you for representation, supervised appearances, or related work. The form documents your status and the basics of your financial situation, which helps the clinic apply its eligibility guidelines and supervision model.
Typical Use Cases
- Current law students seeking clinic placement or representation for an IRS controversy.
- Recent graduates requesting supervised appearances while awaiting admission or seeking guidance on a narrow tax issue.
- STCP students documenting training and hours so the clinic can route work and confirm permissions.
Special Appearance Authorization, How 13424‑Q Fits
Many clinics pair your 13424‑Q with Form 13424‑P, Application for Special Appearance Authorization. Think of 13424‑Q as the intake fact sheet about you, and 13424‑P as the request that enables you to appear in the matter under supervision. Submitting clean, consistent information across both forms is what speeds approvals.
Quick rule, if your clinic asks for a special appearance, expect to complete both 13424‑Q and 13424‑P, then follow the clinic’s signature and routing steps.
Version, Status, and Compliance Checks
Here is the practical status check as of December 19, 2025.
- The IRS forms catalog lists Form 13424‑Q with a “Sep 2021” revision and shows the catalog page was last reviewed on August 6, 2025. That is your canonical indicator when you assemble packets.
- OMB Control No. 1545‑1648 was submitted for revision on June 30, 2025, and the ICR lists Form 13424‑Q as “Modified,” which means the information collection package changed. Verify you are using the latest PDF your clinic prefers.
- OMB’s document page for 13424‑Q displays a file with September 2021 metadata. Use it for reference, then confirm against the IRS catalog or your clinic’s internal links.
If you work inside a clinic, keep Publication 3319 bookmarked, since it is updated each year and describes how forms, reporting, and operations fit together.
What the Form Collects, Field by Field
To avoid back and forth, fill the entire chart and confirm it matches IRS records and your clinic’s eligibility rules.
Contact Details
Provide your full legal name, mailing address, daytime phone, an alternate number, and an email address. Indicate your preferred contact method and whether messages can be left. Precision here prevents scheduling delays and misfiled notes.
Education and Training
State whether you are a current student or a law graduate, list your institution, degree program, and key dates. Add any tax training that matters for supervision, for example, clinic practicums or IRS VITA certifications. Clear training details help reviewers route you to suitable cases.
Income and Eligibility
List your current income and household information to help the clinic apply its low‑income screening guidelines. Use current monthly figures or the most recent year’s amounts, whichever your clinic requests, and be ready to substantiate if asked. A precise entry can move your case to review without a follow‑up call.
How to Get the Form and Confirm You Have the Right One
- Start with the IRS forms catalog, which lists Form 13424‑Q and shows the latest available revision on IRS.gov. Download from there when possible.
- If your clinic links to the OMB record, you will see the 13424‑Q PDF with September 2021 file metadata. That file is useful for cross‑checking fields, but always confirm currency against IRS listings or your clinic’s intranet.
- Keep Publication 3319 handy, since it is updated yearly and anchors how LITC operations, forms, and grants tie together.
Fast path, pull 13424‑Q from IRS.gov, verify the date shown in the catalog, then follow your clinic’s naming and upload rules.
Electronic Completion and Submission
Most clinics accept the fillable PDF. Use a current PDF viewer to avoid rendering errors and missing fields. Ask your clinic whether to send through a secure portal, encrypted email, or an internal case system. Keep a copy of the final PDF and any submission confirmation for your records. The IRS catalog confirms the form’s existence and revision timing, and many clinics layer local tech rules on top.
Naming, Signatures, and Attachments
- Follow the clinic’s file naming pattern, for example, LastName_FirstName_13424Q_YYYYMMDD.
- If your clinic requests a digital signature, use the method it supports.
- If asked, attach proof of student status or bar admission timing in a single, merged PDF.
Program Context, Why Publication 3319 Matters
Publication 3319 is the annual guide for LITC operations, applications, reporting, and standards. It sets expectations for intake, supervision, and grant compliance, and it is updated each year along with the grant application cycle. When in doubt about intake practices or reporting, check the newest Publication 3319 on the LITC Grants page or Grants.gov materials.
The IRS Internal Revenue Manual also points to the grant process and how the application and reporting flow works during each cycle. If you are a clinic administrator, the IRM update history helps you align internal SOPs with current requirements.
How 13424‑Q Supports Case Assignment
Here is a simple map of how clinics use your entries to speed reviews.
| Field | What it Tells the Clinic | How It Speeds Things Up |
| Education status | Your role and supervision level | Assigns an appropriate reviewer and scope |
| Training notes | VITA, clinic practicums, prior caseload | Routes to cases that match skills |
| Income basics | Eligibility screening | Confirms priority and resources |
| Contact info | How and when to reach you | Reduces missed calls and reschedules |
This is not busywork. It is how clinics keep quality high while protecting client timelines that are often tied to notices and short response windows.
Version and ICR Details, Plain English
- OMB Control No. 1545‑1648 covers the LITC information collection, including Form 13424‑Q and related forms. An ICR revision was submitted on June 30, 2025, marking various forms as modified, added, or removed for burden reduction and program updates.
- The ICR cross‑references Federal Register notices from March 21, 2025, and June 26, 2025, and explains consolidation of reporting into Form 13424‑R, while keeping 13424‑Q and 13424‑P active. This tells you the student intake and special appearance structure remains in place.
- OMB’s earlier ICR page from 2022 is flagged as possibly outdated. Use it for historical context only, then rely on the 2025 revision and the IRS catalog listing for live work.
Short Compliance Checklist
- Confirm your 13424‑Q file shows the fields your clinic expects.
- Cross‑check the IRS catalog for 13424‑Q and the date listed there.
- If your clinic cites changes tied to the 2025 ICR update, follow those instructions first.
Deadlines and Clinic Policies
Form 13424‑Q itself has no universal deadline, but clinics do. Some run rolling intake, others use semester windows. Watch your clinic’s site and emails, and align your submission with key program dates from the current Publication 3319 cycle. This is especially important near grant transition periods, when staff bandwidth tightens.
Submit early, follow the instructions exactly, and keep your PDF, your sent email, and any portal confirmation.
Privacy Notes and Practical Disclaimers
Treat the OMB document pages as helpful reference points, not as the sole authority. OMB itself flags older ICR pages as possibly outdated and points you to newer filings. The IRS catalog is your authoritative source for locating an active form and revision. When in doubt, ask your clinic coordinator which link to use that week.
Tips to Complete Form 13424‑Q Without Rework
Aim for a “single‑touch” submission, one that needs no follow‑up.
- Match your name and address exactly to any IRS notices you hold.
- Use school records to confirm enrollment or graduation dates.
- Give income figures in the format your clinic requests, monthly or annual.
- State your reason for help clearly, for example, audit, balance due, penalty abatement, or ID theft.
- If your availability changes during finals or bar study, add a short note so scheduling is realistic.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaving out a phone number that actually gets answered during the day.
- Writing “student” without specifying the program or expected graduation date.
- Listing income without household size or dependent information when requested.
- Submitting 13424‑Q and 13424‑P with mismatched names or dates.
Related Resources You Should Bookmark
- IRS LITC Grants page, for the current Publication 3319 and program updates.
- IRS Forms catalog entries for 13424‑Q and 13424‑P, to confirm revision dates and download links.
- The current year’s Grants.gov or Simplified Grants listing for LITC, which includes NOFOs and Publication 3319 files for the cycle.
- IRS IRM 13.8.1 Operating Procedures, if you manage intake and want to align SOPs.
FAQs
What is the difference between Form 13424‑Q and Form 13424‑P
Form 13424‑Q is your one‑page intake chart. Form 13424‑P is the application for special appearance authorization. Clinics often require both, completed consistently and submitted through their preferred system.
What revision should I use right now
As of December 19, 2025, the IRS catalog lists Form 13424‑Q with a Sep 2021 revision. Check that listing before you submit, since your clinic may have a preferred copy or internal packet.
Does Publication 3319 apply to me if I am only a student
Yes. Publication 3319 guides how clinics operate and what documentation they expect. Even if you are only submitting your intake form, the clinic’s procedures flow from the current year’s Publication 3319.
Where should I download the form
Use the IRS forms catalog first. If you get the document from OMB’s record pages, verify against the IRS listing and your clinic’s instructions, because older ICR pages can be flagged as outdated.
Does the 2025 ICR revision change how I fill 13424‑Q
The 2025 revision adjusts the LITC information collection set and reporting, and it notes 13424‑Q as modified. Follow your clinic’s instructions and confirm the current file they want in your packet.
A Quick Story, Why Thorough Beats Fast
A second‑year student sent a 13424‑Q with no graduation date and a personal email she never checked. Her case sat for a week. When she resubmitted with dates, training notes, and a preferred phone number, the appearance request cleared the same day. A careful five minutes on the form saved her client a delay.
Where Accountably Fits, If You Run a Firm or Program
If you manage a clinic or partner with one through your firm, standardizing intake saves review time. At Accountably, we help accounting and tax teams build disciplined workflows that keep files consistent and review‑ready. The same mindset that powers our offshore delivery systems, things like SOPs, naming rules, and layered reviews, also helps clinics reduce rework on forms like 13424‑Q. Mention us only if you need help with process, not as a substitute for legal or program guidance.
Conclusion
Form 13424‑Q is small, and it carries big weight. Fill it completely, match it to IRS records, and pair it with 13424‑P when your clinic asks. Check the IRS catalog for the current revision, note that OMB’s 2025 update lists the form as modified within the LITC collection, and follow your clinic’s intake rules to the letter. Do that, and you will speed approvals, protect your clients, and reduce rework for everyone.
Sources Cited
- IRS Forms catalog entries and dates for 13424‑Q and 13424‑P.
- OMB 1545‑1648, ICR 202505‑1545‑013, including 13424‑Q document page and revision details.
- LITC Grants page and Publication 3319, 2026 cycle references and timing.
- IRS IRM 13.8.1, Operating Procedures.