Schedule DI: Dependent Information (2025)
Massachusetts · Massachusetts DOR · Used for tax years 2025
Schedule DI reports dependent information and is enclosed with Massachusetts Form 1 or Form 1-NR/PY. It lists each dependent’s name, Social Security number, relationship to you, date of birth, disability status, and whether the dependent is a qualifying child for the earned incom
Who files this form
For tax year 2025, you must complete Schedule DI if you are:
- Claiming dependent exemptions on Form 1, line 2b, or Form 1-NR/PY, line 4b; or
- Taking deductions or credits on Form 1, lines 43 or 46, or Form 1-NR/PY, lines 47 or 50.
Provide information for each dependent. Do not include yourself or your spouse.
What you'll need
Schedule DI asks for your Social Security number and the following information for each dependent:
- First name, middle initial, and last name.
- Social Security number.
- Relationship to you.
- Date of birth in MMDDYYYY format.
- Whether the dependent is a qualifying child for the earned income credit.
- Whether the dependent is disabled.
How to file
Enclose Schedule DI with Form 1 or Form 1-NR/PY. Do not cut or separate the schedules.
Common mistakes
- Do not list yourself or your spouse as a dependent.
- Complete the information for each dependent.
- Do not cut or separate the schedules.
- If you are claiming more than 10 dependents, follow the form's direction to see the instructions.
Questions people ask
Should I include myself or my spouse?
No. The form says not to include yourself or your spouse.
What if I am claiming more than 10 dependents?
The form directs you to see the instructions. No instructions were provided with this text.
How should I enter a dependent's date of birth?
Use MMDDYYYY format: two digits for the month, two for the day, and four for the year.
Which return goes with Schedule DI?
Enclose Schedule DI with Form 1 or Form 1-NR/PY.