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Segments - Narrative (Details)	12 Months Ended
Segments - Narrative (Details)	Jan. 31, 2026 segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Number of reportable segments	1
Number of operating segments	1

Income Taxes - Schedule of Components Of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Stock-based compensation	$ 55	$ 55
Research and development tax credit carryforwards	139	109
Foreign tax credit carryforwards	44	20
Accrued compensation and benefits	52	19
Other accruals not currently deductible for tax	18	15
Capitalized research and development	392	696
Fixed assets	12	18
Lease liability	54	61
Tax loss carryforwards	304	14
Deferred revenue	0	427
Purchased technology	55	38
Other	65	40
Total deferred tax assets	1,190	1,512
Less: valuation allowance	(156)	(131)
Net deferred tax assets	1,034	1,381
Indefinite lived intangibles	(166)	(143)
Right-of-use assets	(34)	(37)
Deferred taxes on foreign earnings	(24)	(28)
Other	(8)	0
Total deferred tax liabilities	(232)	(208)
Net deferred tax assets	$ 802	$ 1,173

Retirement Benefit Plans (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Retirement Benefits [Abstract]

Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments

Estimated benefit payments over the next 10 fiscal years are as follows:


	Pension Benefits
2027	$	5
2028	4
2029	5
2030	5
2031	5
2032-2036	25
Total	$	49

Segments - Schedule of Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	$ 278	$ 286
Americas
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	167	183
U.S.
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	152	170
Other Americas
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	15	13
Europe, Middle East and Africa
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	56	64
Asia Pacific
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total long-lived assets	$ 55	$ 39

Stock Repurchase Program (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Share Repurchase Program [Line Items]
Repurchase and retirement of common shares (in shares)	5	3	4
Average repurchase price per share (in dollars per share)	$ 290.38	$ 278.86	$ 201.54
November 2022
Share Repurchase Program [Line Items]
Amount remained available for repurchase	$ 2,480
November 2024
Share Repurchase Program [Line Items]
Amount remained available for repurchase	$ 5,000

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Total	Common stock and additional paid-in capital	Accumulated other comprehensive loss	Accumulated deficit
Beginning Balance (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2023		215
Beginning balance at Jan. 31, 2023	$ 1,145	$ 3,325	$ (185)	$ (1,995)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Common shares issued under stock plans (in shares)		3
Common shares issued under stock plans	(60)	$ (60)
Stock-based compensation expense	693	693
Settlement of liability-classified restricted common shares	15	$ 15
Net income	906			906
Other comprehensive gain (loss)	$ (49)		(49)
Repurchase and retirement of common shares (in shares)	(4)	(4)
Repurchase and retirement of common shares	$ (795)	$ (171)		(624)
Ending Balance (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2024		214
Ending balance at Jan. 31, 2024	1,855	$ 3,802	(234)	(1,713)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Common shares issued under stock plans (in shares)		3
Common shares issued under stock plans	(135)	$ (135)
Stock-based compensation expense	694	694
Settlement of liability-classified restricted common shares	4	$ 4
Net income	1,112			1,112
Other comprehensive gain (loss)	$ (51)		(51)
Repurchase and retirement of common shares (in shares)	(3)	(3)
Repurchase and retirement of common shares	$ (858)	$ (126)		(732)
Ending Balance (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2025	214	214
Ending balance at Jan. 31, 2025	$ 2,621	$ 4,239	(285)	(1,333)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Common shares issued under stock plans (in shares)		3
Common shares issued under stock plans	(152)	$ (152)
Stock-based compensation expense	802	$ 802
Settlement of liability-classified restricted common shares	0
Net income	1,124			1,124
Other comprehensive gain (loss)	$ 53		53
Repurchase and retirement of common shares (in shares)	(5)	(5)
Repurchase and retirement of common shares	$ (1,403)	$ (180)		(1,223)
Ending Balance (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2026	212	212
Ending balance at Jan. 31, 2026	$ 3,045	$ 4,709	$ (232)	$ (1,432)

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)
$ in Millions

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Jan. 31, 2025

Jan. 31, 2024

Operating activities:

Net income

$ 1,124

$ 1,112

$ 906

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation, amortization, and accretion

195

180

139

Stock-based compensation expense

788

683

703

Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer

536

212

140

Deferred income taxes

301

(121)

(86)

Lease-related asset impairments

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions

Other operating activities

(10)

(16)

(52)

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of business combinations:

Accounts receivable

(431)

(132)

Prepaid expenses and other assets

(1,051)

(488)

(256)

Accounts payable and other liabilities

455

238

Deferred revenue

555

(134)

(316)

Accrued income taxes

(29)

Net cash provided by operating activities

2,452

1,607

1,313

Investing activities:

Purchases of marketable securities

(945)

(815)

(1,110)

Sales of marketable securities

318

223

277

Maturities of marketable securities

467

638

487

Purchases of intangible assets

(33)

(62)

(30)

Business combinations, net of cash acquired

(825)

(70)

Capital expenditures

(43)

(40)

(31)

Purchases of strategic investments

^[1]

(216)

(22)

(27)

Other investing activities

Net cash used in investing activities

(451)

(903)

(502)

Financing activities:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net of issuance costs

137

121

130

(289)

(256)

(187)

Repurchase and retirement of common stock

(1,402)

(852)

(795)

Proceeds from debt, net of discount

499

Repayments of debt

(300)

Other financing activities

(6)

Net cash used in financing activities

(1,361)

(987)

(852)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

(10)

(14)

Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents

650

(293)

(55)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of fiscal year

1,599

1,892

1,947

Cash and cash equivalents at end of fiscal year

2,249

1,599

1,892

Supplemental cash flow disclosure:

Cash paid for interest

Cash paid for income taxes, net of tax refunds

258

281

321

Non-cash investing and financing activities:

Fair value of common stock issued to settle liability-classified restricted stock units

$ 0

$ 4

$ 15

[1]	Purchases of strategic investments” were previously presented in “Other investing activities”. Prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. This presentation change did not have any impact to “Net cash used in investing activities

Balance Sheet Components - Schedule of Changes in the Carrying Amount of Goodwill (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, beginning of the year	$ 4,242	$ 3,653
Additions arising from acquisitions during the year	0	619
Effect of foreign currency translation and measurement period adjustments	53	(30)
Goodwill, end of the year	4,295	4,242
Accumulated impairment loss	$ (149)	$ (149)

- Definition

Amount, after accumulated impairment loss, of asset representing future economic benefit arising from other asset acquired in business combination or from joint venture formation or both, that is not individually identified and separately recognized.

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Equity Compensation - Narrative (Details)	12 Months Ended
Equity Compensation - Narrative (Details)	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($) period $ / shares shares	Jan. 31, 2025 USD ($) $ / shares shares	Jan. 31, 2024 USD ($) $ / shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Market capitalization \| $	$ 2,000,000,000.0
Tax benefit on stock based compensation expense \| $	121,000,000	$ 118,000,000	$ 117,000,000
Realized tax benefit related to awards vested or exercised \| $	$ 150,000,000	148,000,000	112,000,000
Number of exercise period \| period	4
Term of offering period	24 months
Cash dividends paid \| $	$ 0	0	0
Expected dividends	0.00%
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (in shares) \| shares	27,000,000
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted (in shares) \| shares	3,000,000
Share based compensation expense, restricted stock units \| $	$ 596,000,000	$ 584,000,000	$ 580,000,000
Total compensation cost related to non-vested awards not yet recognized \| $	$ 737,000,000
Total compensation cost related to non-vested awards not yet recognized, weighted average period of recognition	1 year 9 months 18 days
Number of awards granted but unreleased (in shares) \| shares	4,000,000
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	1 year
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	4 years
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Performance Stock Units (PSUs)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 265.58	$ 245.32	$ 200.53
Fair value of units vested in period \| $	$ 871,000,000	$ 785,000,000	$ 580,000,000
Granted (in shares) \| shares	2,860,000
Number of awards granted but unreleased (in shares) \| shares	4,477,000	5,188,000
Performance Stock Unit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	3 years
Granted (in shares) \| shares	332,000
Share based compensation expense, restricted stock units \| $	$ 77,000,000	$ 57,000,000	$ 42,000,000
Total compensation cost related to non-vested awards not yet recognized \| $	$ 24,000,000
Total compensation cost related to non-vested awards not yet recognized, weighted average period of recognition	1 year 1 month 20 days
Number of awards granted but unreleased (in shares) \| shares	567,000
Expected dividends	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Performance Stock Unit \| Share-based Compensation Award, Tranche One
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting percentage (in percentage)	33.33%
Performance Stock Unit \| Share-based Compensation Award, Tranche Two
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting percentage (in percentage)	33.33%
Performance Stock Unit \| Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Tranche Three
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting percentage (in percentage)	33.33%
Equity Incentive Plan 2022
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Shares of common stock reserved for issuance (in shares) \| shares	44,000,000
Shares granted counted against shares authorized ratio (in shares) \| shares	2.08
Shares available for grant (in shares) \| shares	24,000,000
Equity Incentive Plan 2022 \| Restricted Stock Units And Restricted Stock Awards
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Grants in period, net of forfeitures (in shares) \| shares	22,000,000
Equity Incentive Plan 2022 \| Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	1 year
Equity Incentive Plan 2022 \| Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	4 years
Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan 1998 ESP Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Compensation expense \| $	$ 54,000,000
Compensation expense, differences \| $	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Term of exercise period	6 months
Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of exercise period \| period	4
Term of exercise period	6 months
Term of offering period	24 months
Percentage of compensation that eligible employees can use to purchase common stock, maximum	15.00%
Percentage of fair market value eligible employees can purchase common stock, minimum	85.00%
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (in shares) \| shares	3,000,000
Employee service share based compensation recognized compensation costs on nonvested restricted shares \| $	$ 115,000,000	$ 41,000,000	$ 63,000,000

Income Taxes - Schedule of Domestic and Foreign Pretax Income From Continuing Operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Domestic	$ 637	$ 392	$ 406
Foreign	966	992	730
Total pretax income	$ 1,603	$ 1,384	$ 1,136

- Definition

Amount of income (loss) from continuing operations, including income (loss) from equity method investments, before deduction of income tax expense (benefit), and income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest.

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Leases - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
Leases - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Lease-related asset impairments	$ 12,000,000	$ 0	$ 9,000,000
Weighted average remaining lease term	5 years 3 months 18 days	5 years 9 months 18 days
Weighted average discount rate	3.42%	2.90%
Sublease income payments	$ 55,000,000
Sublease income payments, expect to receive, for fiscal 2026 through fiscal 2029	45,000,000
Sublease income payments, expect to receive, thereafter	10,000,000
Operating Lease, Lease Not yet Commenced
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Aggregate purchase commitments	$ 0
Minimum
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Operating lease remaining lease term	1 year
Lease renewal term	1 year
Optional termination period	1 year
Maximum
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Operating lease remaining lease term	64 years
Lease renewal term	5 years
Optional termination period	4 years

Income Taxes - Schedule of Cash Taxes Paid (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Line Items]
Federal	$ 0
State	(1)
Total cash taxes paid	258	$ 281	$ 321
Brazil
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Line Items]
Foreign	19
Ireland
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Line Items]
Foreign	119
Singapore
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Line Items]
Foreign	15
Other foreign jurisdictions
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Line Items]
Foreign	$ 106

Segments - Schedule of Segments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Total net revenue	$ 7,206	$ 6,131	$ 5,497
Amortization of developed technologies	97	85	48
Marketing and sales	2,373	2,000	1,823
Research and development	1,643	1,485	1,373
General and administrative	693	650	620
Amortization of purchased intangibles	53	49	42
Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions	216	15	0
Stock-based compensation	788	686	703
Interest and other (income) expense, net	(25)	(30)	(8)
Provision for income taxes	479	272	230
Net income	1,124	1,112	906
Reportable Segment
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Total net revenue	7,206	6,131	5,497
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue	420	376	344
Cost of other revenue	74	67	68
Amortization of developed technologies	97	85	48
Marketing and sales	1,666	1,670	1,548
Research and development	1,304	1,181	1,065
General and administrative	563	541	524
Amortization of purchased intangibles	53	49	42
Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions	216	15	0
New transaction model	447	107	27
Stock-based compensation	788	686	703
Interest and other (income) expense, net	(25)	(30)	(8)
Provision for income taxes	479	272	230
Net income	$ 1,124	$ 1,112	$ 906

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Revenue Recognition (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026 category
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Number of revenue categories	3

Income Taxes

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Income Taxes

The provision for income taxes consists of the following:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Federal:
Current	$	(65)	$	138	$	86
Deferred	257		(87)		(97)
Total federal	192		51		(11)
State:
Current	(1)		19		21
Deferred	14		(5)		3
Total state	13		14		24
Foreign:
Current	244		229		206
Deferred	30		(22)		11
Total foreign	274		207		217
Income tax provision	$	479	$	272	$	230

Domestic and foreign pretax income from continuing operations is as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Domestic	$	637	$	392	$	406
Foreign	966		992		730
Total pretax income	$	1,603	$	1,384	$	1,136

For the year ended January 31, 2026, the differences between the U.S. statutory rate and the aggregate income tax provision, presented in accordance with the guidance in ASU 2023-09, are as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31, 2026
U.S. federal statutory tax rate	$	337	21	%
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax effect	13		1	%
Foreign tax effects
Australia
Changes in valuation allowances	19		1	%
Other	(3)		—	%
Brazil
Withholding taxes	20		1	%

Ireland
Statutory income tax rate differential	(74)		(5)	%
Other	20		1	%
Other withholding taxes	54		3	%
Other foreign jurisdictions	(8)		—	%

Effect of cross-border tax laws
Net controlled foreign corporation tested income	164		10	%
Other effects on cross-border tax laws	(12)		(1)	%
Tax credits
Foreign tax credits	(73)		(5)	%
Research and development tax credits	(30)		(2)	%

Nontaxable or non-deductible items
Tax effect of non-deductible stock-based compensation	65		4	%
Other nontaxable or non-deductible items	13		1	%
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits	(30)		(2)	%
Other adjustments
Stock compensation excess benefits	(29)		(2)	%
Other adjustments	33		2	%
Income tax provision (1)	$	479	30	%

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(1)Totals may not sum due to rounding.

For fiscal 2026, state taxes in Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania comprised greater than 50% of the taxes presented in the State income tax category.

For fiscal 2025 and fiscal 2024, the differences between the U.S. statutory rate and the aggregate income tax provision are presented in accordance with the guidance prior to the adoption of ASU 2023-09.


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2025		2024
Income tax provision(benefit) at U.S. Federal statutory rate	$	291	$	239
State income tax benefit, net of the U.S. federal benefit	10		24
Foreign income taxed at rate different from the U.S. statutory rate	(34)		(12)
Valuation allowance adjustment	(15)		1
Tax effect of nondeductible stock-based compensation	25		38
Stock compensation windfall/shortfall	(28)		2
Research and development tax credit benefit	(18)		(17)
Closure of income tax audits and changes in uncertain tax positions	52		13
Tax effect of officer compensation in excess of $1M	9		8
Nondeductible expenses	5		2
Global intangible low-taxed income, foreign derived intangible income	(30)		(39)
Acquisition-related integration	1		(29)
Other	4		—
Income tax provision	$	272	$	230

Significant components of Autodesk’s deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:


	January 31,
	2026		2025
Stock-based compensation	$	55	$	55
Research and development tax credit carryforwards	139		109
Foreign tax credit carryforwards	44		20
Accrued compensation and benefits	52		19
Other accruals not currently deductible for tax	18		15
Capitalized research and development	392		696
Fixed assets	12		18
Lease liability	54		61
Tax loss carryforwards	304		14
Deferred revenue	—		427
Purchased technology	55		38
Other	65		40
Total deferred tax assets	1,190		1,512
Less: valuation allowance	(156)		(131)
Net deferred tax assets	1,034		1,381
Indefinite lived intangibles	(166)		(143)
Right-of-use assets	(34)		(37)
Deferred taxes on foreign earnings	(24)		(28)
Other	(8)		—
Total deferred tax liabilities	(232)		(208)
Net deferred tax assets	$	802	$	1,173

Deferred tax assets arise primarily from tax credits, net operating losses, and timing differences for reserves, accrued liabilities, stock options, deferred revenue, purchased technologies, and capitalized intangibles, partially offset by U.S. deferred tax liabilities primarily on acquired intangibles and valuation allowances on deferred tax assets. Autodesk regularly assesses the need for a valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets. In making that assessment, Autodesk evaluates whether it is more likely than not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized based on all available positive and negative evidence.

Autodesk believes it will generate sufficient future taxable income in appropriate tax jurisdictions to realize its deferred tax assets for which a valuation allowance has not been recorded. Deferred tax assets are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to reverse.

The Company continues to retain a valuation allowance against New Zealand, California, Massachusetts and Michigan deferred tax assets and deferred tax assets relating to capital losses or assets that will convert into a capital loss upon reversal in Australia and U.S., as the Company does not have sufficient income of the appropriate character to benefit these deferred tax assets. In fiscal 2026, a valuation allowance was established in Australia on deferred tax assets that will convert to capital loss upon reversal. The Company also released its valuation allowance in Portugal based on positive evidence supporting the realization of its deferred tax assets in fiscal 2026.

The Company has elected to recognize any potential NCTI obligations as an expense in the period it is incurred.

As of January 31, 2026, Autodesk had $1.33 billion of cumulative U.S. federal tax loss carryforwards and $812 million of cumulative U.S. state tax loss carryforwards, which may be available to reduce future income tax liabilities in federal and state jurisdictions. The U.S. federal losses generated beginning in fiscal 2019 are carried forward indefinitely. The U.S. state tax loss carryforward will expire beginning fiscal 2025 through fiscal 2046. In addition to U.S. federal and state tax loss carryforwards, Norway, New Zealand and other foreign jurisdictions incurred tax losses totaling $22 million, which may be available to reduce future income tax liabilities. Our Norway and New Zealand losses of $13 million and $7 million, respectively, have an indefinite expiration period. New Zealand losses have a full valuation allowance against them on our balance sheet as the Company has determined it is more likely than not that these losses will not be utilized.

As of January 31, 2026, Autodesk had $38 million of cumulative U.S. federal research tax credit carryforwards, $143 million of cumulative California state research tax credit carryforwards, $18 million of cumulative Massachusetts state research tax credit carryforwards, and $38 million of cumulative Canadian federal research tax credit carryforwards, which may be available to reduce future income tax liabilities in the respective jurisdictions. The federal research tax credit carryforward will expire beginning of fiscal 2046, the state research tax credit carryforwards in California and Massachusetts may reduce future California and Massachusetts income tax liabilities indefinitely in those respective states, and the Canadian research tax credit carryforwards will expire beginning fiscal 2033 through fiscal 2046. Autodesk also has $52 million of cumulative U.S. federal foreign tax credit carryforwards, which may be available to reduce future U.S. tax liabilities. These foreign tax credits will expire beginning fiscal 2032 through fiscal 2036. As discussed above, the California and Massachusetts cumulative assets have full valuation allowance against them on our balance sheet as the Company has determined it is more likely than not that these losses and credits will not be utilized.

Utilization of net operating losses and tax credits may be subject to an annual limitation due to ownership change limitations provided in the IRS and similar state provisions. This annual limitation may result in the expiration of net operating losses and credits before utilization. No ownership change has occurred through the balance sheet date that would result in permanent losses of the U.S. federal and state tax attributes.

As of January 31, 2026, the Company had $307 million of gross unrecognized tax benefits, of which $50 million would reduce our valuation allowance, if recognized. The remaining $257 million would impact the effective tax rate. The amount of unrecognized tax benefits that will decrease in the next twelve months due to statute lapses is $162 million.

A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of the gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the beginning of the fiscal year	$	312	$	261	$	238
Increases for tax positions of prior years	20		31		23
Decreases for tax positions of prior years	(7)		—		(11)
Increases for tax positions related to the current year	21		29		13
Decreases relating to settlements with taxing authorities	—		(9)		—
Reductions as a result of lapse of the statute of limitations	(39)		—		(2)
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the end of the fiscal year	$	307	$	312	$	261

It is the Company’s continuing practice to recognize interest and/or penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense. Autodesk had $20 million, $15 million, and $7 million, net of tax benefit, accrued for interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as of January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively. There was $4 million, $9 million, and $2 million of net expense for interest and penalties related to tax matters recorded through the Consolidated Statements of Operations for fiscal 2026, fiscal 2025, and fiscal 2024, respectively.

The Company files income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and various state and foreign jurisdictions. As of fiscal 2026, tax years 2023 through 2026 remain subject to examination by the relevant tax authorities. Although tax years prior to 2023 are generally closed, tax authorities may review and adjust net operating loss carryforwards, tax credit carryforwards, and other tax attributes generated in closed years to the extent such attributes are utilized in an open tax year.

Autodesk files tax returns in multiple foreign taxing jurisdictions with open tax years ranging from fiscal 2005 to 2026.

Cash taxes paid is as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026
Federal	$	—
State	(1)
Foreign	—
Brazil	19
Ireland	119
Singapore	15
Other foreign jurisdictions	106
Total cash taxes paid	$	258

- Definition

The entire disclosure for income tax.

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+ Details

Net Income Per Share

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Net Income Per Share

Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period and potentially dilutive common shares, including the effect of restricted stock units, performance share awards, and stock options using the treasury stock method. The following table sets forth the computation of the numerators and denominators used in the basic and diluted net income per share amounts:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Numerator:
Net income	$	1,124	$	1,112	$	906
Denominator:
Weighted average shares for basic net income per share	213		215		214
Effect of dilutive securities	2		2		2
Weighted average shares for dilutive net income per share	215		217		216
Basic net income per share	$	5.28	$	5.17	$	4.23
Diluted net income per share	$	5.23	$	5.12	$	4.19

The computation of diluted net income per share does not include shares that are anti-dilutive under the treasury stock method because their exercise prices are higher than the average market value of Autodesk’s stock during the fiscal year. The effect of 67 thousand, 92 thousand, and 297 thousand anti-dilutive shares were excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively.

Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure	12 Months Ended
Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure	Jan. 31, 2026
Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, and Governance [Line Items]
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes for Assessing, Identifying, and Managing Threats [Text Block]	Autodesk has established policies and processes for assessing, treating, and managing material risk from cybersecurity threats based on relevant industry standards. These policies and processes are reviewed and updated at least annually. We have integrated these processes into our overall risk management systems and processes. We routinely assess material risks from cybersecurity threats, including any potential unauthorized occurrence on or conducted through our information systems that may adversely affect the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of our information systems or any information residing therein. We conduct risk assessments, penetration tests, and other security assessments to identify cybersecurity threats regularly, and in the event of a material change in our business practices that may affect information systems potentially vulnerable to such cybersecurity threats. These assessments include the identification of reasonably foreseeable internal and external risks, the likelihood and potential damage that could result from such risks, and the sufficiency of existing policies, procedures, systems, and safeguards in place to manage such risks. Risks are then assigned to the appropriate owners for tracking and mitigation. Following these assessments, we re-design, implement, and maintain reasonable safeguards, when appropriate, to minimize identified risks; reasonably address any identified gaps in existing safeguards; and continually monitor the effectiveness of our safeguards. We devote significant resources and designate high-level personnel, including our Chief Trust Officer, who reports to our Chief Technology Officer, to manage the risk assessment and mitigation processes. As part of our overall risk management system, we monitor and test our safeguards. We train our workforce on these safeguards. Personnel at all levels and departments are made aware of our cybersecurity policies through required trainings. Cybersecurity tabletop exercises are regularly conducted for our executives and for incident response professionals. Improvements identified at these tabletop exercises are implemented into our processes. We engage assessors, consultants, and auditors in connection with our risk assessment processes. These outside advisors assist us to design and implement our cybersecurity policies and procedures, as well as to monitor and test our safeguards. We require Autodesk’s third-party service providers and suppliers to implement and maintain appropriate security measures consistent with applicable laws in connection with their work with us and to promptly report any suspected breach of their security measures that may affect our Company. For additional information regarding whether any risks from cybersecurity threats, including as a result of any previous cybersecurity incidents, have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect our Company, including our business strategy, results of operations, or financial condition, please refer to Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, including the risk factors under the heading “Risks Relating to Our Operations”.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Flag]	true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Text Block]	Autodesk has established policies and processes for assessing, treating, and managing material risk from cybersecurity threats based on relevant industry standards. These policies and processes are reviewed and updated at least annually. We have integrated these processes into our overall risk management systems and processes. We routinely assess material risks from cybersecurity threats, including any potential unauthorized occurrence on or conducted through our information systems that may adversely affect the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of our information systems or any information residing therein.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Third Party Engaged [Flag]	true
Cybersecurity Risk Third Party Oversight and Identification Processes [Flag]	true
Cybersecurity Risk Materially Affected or Reasonably Likely to Materially Affect Registrant [Flag]	false
Cybersecurity Risk Board of Directors Oversight [Text Block]	One of the key functions of our board of directors is informed oversight of our risk management process, including risks from cybersecurity threats. Our board of directors is responsible for monitoring and assessing strategic risk exposure. The board’s Audit Committee oversees the management of cybersecurity risks relating to financial, accounting, and internal control matters. The full board receives regular updates from our senior management and outside advisors regarding cybersecurity risks Autodesk faces.
Cybersecurity Risk Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block]	Our Enterprise Risk Management function is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risks that could limit Autodesk's achievement of its strategic and operational priorities. Our executive officers are responsible for the day-to-day assessment and management of these risks
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block]	Our Chief Trust Officer oversees our cybersecurity policies and processes, including those described in “Risk Management and Strategy” above. The processes by which our Chief Trust Officer is informed about and monitors the prevention, detection, mitigation, and remediation of cybersecurity incidents include the following: leading Autodesk’s Trust program which implements data protection measures and processes across the organization; strategic planning of the Company’s cybersecurity initiatives and objectives; cybersecurity risk mitigation efforts; managing tools and processes that support security incident monitoring and alerting; overseeing security incident response planning; managing exercises that test management’s response plans and procedures; and managing our response to suspected or actual security incidents.
Cybersecurity Risk Role of Management [Text Block]	One of the key functions of our board of directors is informed oversight of our risk management process, including risks from cybersecurity threats. Our board of directors is responsible for monitoring and assessing strategic risk exposure. The board’s Audit Committee oversees the management of cybersecurity risks relating to financial, accounting, and internal control matters. The full board receives regular updates from our senior management and outside advisors regarding cybersecurity risks Autodesk faces. Our Enterprise Risk Management function is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risks that could limit Autodesk's achievement of its strategic and operational priorities. Our executive officers are responsible for the day-to-day assessment and management of these risks. Our Chief Trust Officer is responsible for assessing and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Our Chief Trust Officer has more than twenty years of cybersecurity leadership experience, including serving in similar roles leading cybersecurity programs at other public companies. Our Chief Trust Officer oversees our cybersecurity policies and processes, including those described in “Risk Management and Strategy” above. The processes by which our Chief Trust Officer is informed about and monitors the prevention, detection, mitigation, and remediation of cybersecurity incidents include the following: leading Autodesk’s Trust program which implements data protection measures and processes across the organization; strategic planning of the Company’s cybersecurity initiatives and objectives; cybersecurity risk mitigation efforts; managing tools and processes that support security incident monitoring and alerting; overseeing security incident response planning; managing exercises that test management’s response plans and procedures; and managing our response to suspected or actual security incidents. Our Chief Trust Officer provides quarterly briefings to the Audit Committee regarding our cybersecurity risks and state of our Trust program, including recent cybersecurity incidents and related responses, cybersecurity systems testing, and data protection initiatives and metrics. Our Audit Committee regularly updates the board of directors on such reports. In addition, our Chief Trust Officer provides briefings on cybersecurity risks and activities to the board of directors at least annually. Our Chief Trust Officer may also brief the board of directors regarding significant cybersecurity incidents.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Flag]	true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Text Block]	One of the key functions of our board of directors is informed oversight of our risk management process, including risks from cybersecurity threats. Our board of directors is responsible for monitoring and assessing strategic risk exposure. The board’s Audit Committee oversees the management of cybersecurity risks relating to financial, accounting, and internal control matters. The full board receives regular updates from our senior management and outside advisors regarding cybersecurity risks Autodesk faces. Our Enterprise Risk Management function is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risks that could limit Autodesk's achievement of its strategic and operational priorities. Our executive officers are responsible for the day-to-day assessment and management of these risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Expertise of Management Responsible [Text Block]	Our Chief Trust Officer is responsible for assessing and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Our Chief Trust Officer has more than twenty years of cybersecurity leadership experience, including serving in similar roles leading cybersecurity programs at other public companies.
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Management or Committees Responsible [Text Block]	One of the key functions of our board of directors is informed oversight of our risk management process, including risks from cybersecurity threats. Our board of directors is responsible for monitoring and assessing strategic risk exposure. The board’s Audit Committee oversees the management of cybersecurity risks relating to financial, accounting, and internal control matters. The full board receives regular updates from our senior management and outside advisors regarding cybersecurity risks Autodesk faces. Our Enterprise Risk Management function is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risks that could limit Autodesk's achievement of its strategic and operational priorities. Our executive officers are responsible for the day-to-day assessment and management of these risks. Our Chief Trust Officer is responsible for assessing and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Our Chief Trust Officer has more than twenty years of cybersecurity leadership experience, including serving in similar roles leading cybersecurity programs at other public companies. Our Chief Trust Officer oversees our cybersecurity policies and processes, including those described in “Risk Management and Strategy” above. The processes by which our Chief Trust Officer is informed about and monitors the prevention, detection, mitigation, and remediation of cybersecurity incidents include the following: leading Autodesk’s Trust program which implements data protection measures and processes across the organization; strategic planning of the Company’s cybersecurity initiatives and objectives; cybersecurity risk mitigation efforts; managing tools and processes that support security incident monitoring and alerting; overseeing security incident response planning; managing exercises that test management’s response plans and procedures; and managing our response to suspected or actual security incidents.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible Report to Board [Flag]	true

Interest and Other Income (Expense), net (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]

Schedule of Interest and Other Income, net

Interest and other income, net, consists of the following:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest and investment income, net	$	20	$	28	$	26
Gain on foreign currency	7		6		10
Loss on strategic investments	(9)		(10)		(32)
Other income	7		6		4
Interest and other income, net	$	25	$	30	$	8

Equity Compensation (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]

Schedule of Restricted Stock Activity

A summary of restricted stock activity for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, was as follows:


	Unreleased Restricted Stock Units (in thousands)	Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Unvested restricted stock at January 31, 2025	5,188	$	229.09
Granted	2,860	265.58
Vested	(3,048)	225.56
Canceled/Forfeited	(529)	236.92
Performance Adjustment (1)	6	275.23
Unvested restricted stock at January 31, 2026	4,477	$	255.39

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(1)Based on Autodesk’s financial results and relative total stockholder return for the fiscal 2025 performance period. The performance stock units were attained at rates ranging from 95% to 108% of the target award.

Schedule of Stock-Based Compensation Expense

The following table summarizes stock-based compensation expense for fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024, as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue	$	42	$	37	$	37
Cost of other revenue	16		13		14
Marketing and sales	284		244		258
Research and development	339		304		308
General and administrative	107		88		86
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	$	788	$	686	$	703

Schedule of Assumptions to Estimate Fair Value of Stock-Based Awards

Autodesk uses the following assumptions to estimate the fair value of stock-based awards:


	Fiscal Year Ended		Fiscal Year Ended		Fiscal Year Ended
	January 31, 2026		January 31, 2025		January 31, 2024
	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP
Range of expected volatilities	29.7 - 33.4%	28.3 - 29.6%	29.4 - 31.4%	28.7 - 34.5%	40.9 - 42.5%	29.4 - 42.4%
Range of expected lives (in years)	N/A	0.5 - 2.0	N/A	0.5 - 2.0	N/A	0.5 - 2.0
Expected dividends	—%	—%	—%	—%	—%	—%
Range of risk-free interest rates	3.8 - 4.1%	3.6 - 4.3%	5.2%	3.6 - 5.4%	4.3 - 4.7%	4.3 - 5.5%

Schedule of Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Activity

A summary of the ESPP activity for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024 was as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Issued shares (in thousands)	623		732		791
Average price of issued shares	$	219.42	$	165.89	$	163.91
Weighted average grant date fair value of awards granted under the ESPP	$	85.48	$	78.93	$	68.70

Schedule of Equity Compensation Plan Information

The following table summarizes the number of outstanding options and awards granted to employees and directors, as well as the number of securities remaining available for future issuance under these plans as of January 31, 2026:


	(a)	(b)		(c)
Plan category	Number of securities to be issued upon exercise or vesting of outstanding options and awards (in millions)	Weighted-average exercise price of outstanding options		Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (excluding securities reflected in column (a)) (in millions) (1)
Equity compensation plans approved by security holders	4	$	22.19	27
Total	4	$	22.19	27

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(1)Included in this amount are 3 million securities available for future issuance under Autodesk’s ESPP.

Derivative Instruments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Derivatives Designated as Hedging Instruments on Autodesk’s Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

The effects of derivatives designated as hedging instruments on Autodesk’s Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, (amounts presented include any income tax effects):


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Amount of gain (loss) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, (effective portion)	$	(41)	$	1	$	(41)
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)
Net revenue	$	6	$	19	$	57
Cost of revenue	3		—		—
Operating expenses	11		(5)		—

Total	$	20	$	14	$	57

The amount and location of gain (loss) recognized in net income of derivatives not designated as hedging instruments on Autodesk’s Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, (amounts presented include any income tax effects):



	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest and other income, net	$	26	$	22	$	9

Balance Sheet Components (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]

Schedule of Accounts Receivable, Net

Accounts receivable, net, consisted of the following as of January 31:


	2026		2025
Trade accounts receivable	$	1,535	$	1,086
Less: Allowance for credit losses	(4)		(3)
Product returns reserve	(13)		(8)
Partner programs and other obligations	(79)		(67)
Accounts receivable, net	$	1,439	$	1,008

Schedule of Intangible Assets and Related Accumulated Amortization

Intangible assets and related accumulated amortization at January 31, 2026 were as follows:



	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Customer relationships	$	749	$	(534)	$	215
Developed technologies	1,189		(947)		242
Trade names and patents	122		(118)		4
Other	9		(3)		6
Total intangible assets	$	2,069	$	(1,602)	$	467

Intangible assets and related accumulated amortization at January 31, 2025 were as follows:



	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Customer relationships	$	735	$	(480)	$	255
Developed technologies	1,154		(849)		305
Trade names and patents	122		(115)		7
Other	7		—		7
Total intangible assets	$	2,018	$	(1,444)	$	574

Schedule of Expected Future Amortization Expense for Itangible Assets

The weighted average amortization period for intangible assets during fiscal 2026 was 7.0 years. Expected future amortization expense for intangible assets for each of the fiscal years ended thereafter is as follows:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
2027	$	156
2028	105
2029	80
2030	31
2031	16
Thereafter	79
Total	$	467

Schedule of Computer Equipment, Software, Furniture, and Leasehold Improvements, Net

Computer equipment, software, furniture, leasehold improvements, and the related accumulated depreciation at January 31 were as follows:


	2026		2025
Computer hardware, at cost	$	90	$	103
Computer software, at cost	61		42
Furniture and equipment, at cost	104		100
Leasehold improvements, land and buildings, at cost	349		333
	604		578
Less: Accumulated depreciation	(483)		(461)
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, net	$	121	$	117

Schedule of Changes in the Carrying Amount of Goodwill

The following table summarizes the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill as of January 31:


	2026		2025
Goodwill beginning of the year (1)	$	4,242	$	3,653
Additions arising from acquisitions during the year	—		619
Effect of foreign currency translation and measurement period adjustments (2)	53		(30)

Goodwill, end of the year (1)	$	4,295	$	4,242

______________

(1)Accumulated impairment losses as of both January 31, 2026 and 2025, were $149 million.

(2)Measurement period adjustments reflect revisions made to the Company's preliminary determination of estimated fair value of assets and liabilities assumed.

- Definition

Tabular disclosure of goodwill by reportable segment and in total which includes a rollforward schedule.

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Retirement Benefit Plans - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Projected benefit obligation of plan assets	$ 85	$ 78
Accumulated benefit obligation	75	70
Fair value of plan assets	84	74
Other long-term liabilities	10	9
Net periodic (benefit) cost	3	$ 3	$ 2
Estimated future employer contributions in next fiscal year	$ 5
Mandatory Retirement Savings, Cash Balance Plan
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Weighted-average interest crediting rate	1.00%	1.00%	1.00%
Supplementary Retirement Savings, Cash Balance Plan
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Weighted-average interest crediting rate	0.50%	0.50%	0.30%
United States
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Maximum annual contributions per employee	75.00%
Cost recognized	$ 26	$ 27	$ 26
Foreign Plan
Defined Contribution Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Contributions paid by employer	$ 50	$ 47	$ 43

Income Taxes (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes

The provision for income taxes consists of the following:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Federal:
Current	$	(65)	$	138	$	86
Deferred	257		(87)		(97)
Total federal	192		51		(11)
State:
Current	(1)		19		21
Deferred	14		(5)		3
Total state	13		14		24
Foreign:
Current	244		229		206
Deferred	30		(22)		11
Total foreign	274		207		217
Income tax provision	$	479	$	272	$	230

Schedule of Domestic and Foreign Pretax Income From Continuing Operations

Domestic and foreign pretax income from continuing operations is as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Domestic	$	637	$	392	$	406
Foreign	966		992		730
Total pretax income	$	1,603	$	1,384	$	1,136

Schedule of Differences Between U.S. Statutory Rate and Aggregate Income Tax Provision

For the year ended January 31, 2026, the differences between the U.S. statutory rate and the aggregate income tax provision, presented in accordance with the guidance in ASU 2023-09, are as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31, 2026
U.S. federal statutory tax rate	$	337	21	%
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax effect	13		1	%
Foreign tax effects
Australia
Changes in valuation allowances	19		1	%
Other	(3)		—	%
Brazil
Withholding taxes	20		1	%

Ireland
Statutory income tax rate differential	(74)		(5)	%
Other	20		1	%
Other withholding taxes	54		3	%
Other foreign jurisdictions	(8)		—	%

Effect of cross-border tax laws
Net controlled foreign corporation tested income	164		10	%
Other effects on cross-border tax laws	(12)		(1)	%
Tax credits
Foreign tax credits	(73)		(5)	%
Research and development tax credits	(30)		(2)	%

Nontaxable or non-deductible items
Tax effect of non-deductible stock-based compensation	65		4	%
Other nontaxable or non-deductible items	13		1	%
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits	(30)		(2)	%
Other adjustments
Stock compensation excess benefits	(29)		(2)	%
Other adjustments	33		2	%
Income tax provision (1)	$	479	30	%

_______________

(1)Totals may not sum due to rounding.


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2025		2024
Income tax provision(benefit) at U.S. Federal statutory rate	$	291	$	239
State income tax benefit, net of the U.S. federal benefit	10		24
Foreign income taxed at rate different from the U.S. statutory rate	(34)		(12)
Valuation allowance adjustment	(15)		1
Tax effect of nondeductible stock-based compensation	25		38
Stock compensation windfall/shortfall	(28)		2
Research and development tax credit benefit	(18)		(17)
Closure of income tax audits and changes in uncertain tax positions	52		13
Tax effect of officer compensation in excess of $1M	9		8
Nondeductible expenses	5		2
Global intangible low-taxed income, foreign derived intangible income	(30)		(39)
Acquisition-related integration	1		(29)
Other	4		—
Income tax provision	$	272	$	230

Schedule of Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities

Significant components of Autodesk’s deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:


	January 31,
	2026		2025
Stock-based compensation	$	55	$	55
Research and development tax credit carryforwards	139		109
Foreign tax credit carryforwards	44		20
Accrued compensation and benefits	52		19
Other accruals not currently deductible for tax	18		15
Capitalized research and development	392		696
Fixed assets	12		18
Lease liability	54		61
Tax loss carryforwards	304		14
Deferred revenue	—		427
Purchased technology	55		38
Other	65		40
Total deferred tax assets	1,190		1,512
Less: valuation allowance	(156)		(131)
Net deferred tax assets	1,034		1,381
Indefinite lived intangibles	(166)		(143)
Right-of-use assets	(34)		(37)
Deferred taxes on foreign earnings	(24)		(28)
Other	(8)		—
Total deferred tax liabilities	(232)		(208)
Net deferred tax assets	$	802	$	1,173

Schedule of Unrecognized Tax Benefits Roll Forward

A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of the gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the beginning of the fiscal year	$	312	$	261	$	238
Increases for tax positions of prior years	20		31		23
Decreases for tax positions of prior years	(7)		—		(11)
Increases for tax positions related to the current year	21		29		13
Decreases relating to settlements with taxing authorities	—		(9)		—
Reductions as a result of lapse of the statute of limitations	(39)		—		(2)
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the end of the fiscal year	$	307	$	312	$	261

Schedule of Cash Taxes Paid

Cash taxes paid is as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026
Federal	$	—
State	(1)
Foreign	—
Brazil	19
Ireland	119
Singapore	15
Other foreign jurisdictions	106
Total cash taxes paid	$	258

Balance Sheet Components - Schedule of Accounts Receivable, Net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Trade accounts receivable	$ 1,535	$ 1,086
Less: Allowance for credit losses	(4)	(3)
Product returns reserve	(13)	(8)
Partner programs and other obligations	(79)	(67)
Accounts receivable, net	$ 1,439	$ 1,008

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Business and Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Business

Autodesk, Inc. (“Autodesk” or the “Company”) is a global leader in 3D design, engineering and entertainment technology solutions, spanning architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment. The Company’s sophisticated software products, offered through a hybrid of desktop and cloud functionality, enable its customers to design, fabricate, manufacture, and build anything by visualizing, simulating, and analyzing real-world performance early in the design process. These capabilities allow our customers to foster innovation, optimize their designs, streamline their manufacturing and construction processes, save time and money, improve quality, deliver more sustainable outcomes, communicate plans, and collaborate with others. Autodesk software products are sold globally through a combination of direct and indirect channels.

Principles of Consolidation

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Autodesk and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in Autodesk’s consolidated financial statements and notes thereto. These estimates are based on information available as of the date of the consolidated financial statements. On a regular basis, management evaluates these estimates and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates.

Examples of significant estimates and assumptions made by management involve revenue recognition for product subscriptions and enterprise business arrangements (“EBAs”), the determination of the fair value of acquired intangible assets and goodwill, and the realizability of deferred tax assets. The Company also makes assumptions, judgments, and estimates in determining the accruals for uncertain tax positions, variable compensation, partner incentive programs, loss contingencies, and operating lease liabilities.

Revenue Recognition

Autodesk’s revenue is divided into three categories: subscription revenue, maintenance revenue, and other revenue. Subscription revenue consists of our term-based product subscriptions, cloud service offerings, and flexible enterprise business agreements (“EBAs”). Maintenance revenue consists of renewal fees for existing agreements. Other revenue consists of revenue from consulting and other products and services. Revenue is recognized when control for these offerings is transferred to our customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for products and services.

Autodesk’s contracts with customers may include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Determining whether the products and services are considered distinct performance obligations that should be accounted for separately or as a single performance obligation may require significant judgment. Judgment is required to determine the level of integration and interdependency between individual components of desktop software applications and cloud functionalities. This determination influences whether the desktop software is considered distinct and accounted for separately as a license performance obligation recognized at the time of delivery, or not distinct and accounted for together with the cloud functionalities as a single subscription performance obligation recognized over time.

For product subscriptions and flexible EBA subscriptions in which the desktop software and related cloud functionalities are highly interrelated, the single performance obligation is recognized ratably over the contract term as the subscription is delivered. For subscriptions involving distinct desktop software licenses, the license performance obligation is satisfied when delivered to our customers. For standalone maintenance subscriptions and cloud subscriptions, the performance obligation is

satisfied ratably over the contract term as those services are delivered. For consulting services and Flex, the performance obligation is satisfied over a period of time as those services are delivered.

When an arrangement includes multiple performance obligations which are concurrently delivered and have the same pattern of transfer to the customer (the services transfer to the customer over the contract period), we account for those performance obligations as a single performance obligation.

For contracts with more than one performance obligation, the transaction price is allocated among the performance obligations in an amount that depicts the relative standalone selling price (“SSP”) of each obligation. We establish SSP for most of our products and services based on observable prices when sold separately in similar circumstances or to similar customers. When products or services are not sold separately, we establish SSP based on other observable inputs.

Our indirect channel model includes both a two-tiered distribution structure, where Autodesk sells to distributors that subsequently sell to resellers, and a one-tiered structure where Autodesk sells directly to resellers. For these arrangements, transfer of control begins at the time access to our subscriptions is made available electronically to our customer, provided all other criteria for revenue recognition are met.

Costs to Obtain a Contract with a Customer

Sales commissions earned by our internal sales personnel and our solution providers are considered incremental and recoverable costs of obtaining a contract with a customer. The commission costs are capitalized and included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” and “Long-term other assets” on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. The liabilities associated with the commission costs are included in “Accounts payable”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. The deferred costs are then amortized over the period of benefit. Autodesk determined that sales commissions earned by internal sales personnel that are related to contract renewals are commensurate with sales commissions earned on the initial contracts, and we determined the period of benefit to be the term of the respective customer contract. Commissions paid to our solution providers that are related to contract renewals may either be commensurate or non-commensurate with commissions earned on the initial contract, depending on the commissions program. Costs for initial contracts that are non-commensurate with commissions on renewal contracts are amortized on a straight-line basis over the period of benefit. For non-commensurate commissions, we determined the estimated period of benefit by taking into consideration customer retention data, customer contracts, our technology, and other factors. Costs for initial contracts that are commensurate with commissions on renewal contracts are amortized based on the contract term, which ranges from 1 to 3 years. Deferred costs are periodically reviewed for impairment. Amortization expense is included in marketing and sales expenses in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The ending balance of assets recognized from costs to obtain a contract with a customer was $913 million and $467 million as of January 31, 2026 and January 31, 2025, respectively. The liabilities associated with the commission costs were $550 million and $282 million as of January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Amortization expense related to assets recognized from costs to obtain a contract with a customer was $536 million, $212 million, and $140 million during fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively. Autodesk did not recognize any contract cost impairment losses during the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, or 2024.

Fair Value Measurement

We measure certain financial instruments at fair value on a recurring basis, including marketable securities and derivative instruments. Fair value is defined under ASC 820 as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. We use a three-level hierarchy to prioritize the inputs used in measuring fair value. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 2 inputs are observable inputs other than quoted prices, such as interest rates and yield curves. Level 3 inputs are unobservable and reflect our own assumptions.

Autodesk’s Level 2 securities and derivatives are valued primarily using observable inputs other than quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities. The Company has elected to use the income approach to value derivatives using the observable Level 2 market expectations at measurement date and standard valuation techniques to convert future amounts to a single present amount (discounted). Mid-market pricing is used as a practical expedient and when required, rates are interpolated from commonly quoted intervals published by market sources. We did not have any material Level 3 instruments as of the reporting date. Key inputs for currency derivatives are spot rates, forward rates, interest rates, volatility,

and credit default rates. The spot rate for each currency is the same spot rate used for all balance sheet translations at the measurement date. Autodesk reviews for any potential changes on a quarterly basis. See Note 3, “Financial Instruments” for more information.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Autodesk considers all highly liquid investments with insignificant interest rate risk and remaining maturities of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash equivalents are stated at estimated fair value.

Marketable Securities and Strategic Investments

Autodesk classifies its marketable securities as either short-term or long-term generally based on each instrument’s underlying contractual maturity date. Generally, marketable securities with remaining maturities of less than 12 months are classified as short-term and marketable securities with remaining maturities greater than 12 months are classified as long-term. Autodesk may sell certain of its marketable securities prior to their stated maturities for strategic purposes or in anticipation of credit deterioration. Marketable securities maturing within one year that are not restricted are classified as current assets.

Autodesk determines the appropriate classification of its marketable securities at the time of purchase and re-evaluates such classification as of each balance sheet date. Autodesk carries all “available-for-sale securities” at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses, net of tax, reported in stockholders’ equity until disposition or maturity. Autodesk carries all “trading securities” at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses, recorded in “Interest and other expense, net” in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. The cost of securities sold is based on the specific-identification method.

The Company's strategic investments consist of privately held debt and equity securities. Under the measurement alternative method, strategic investments in equity securities are measured at cost, less any impairments, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or similar investment of the same issuer in the current period. The company’s strategic investments in debt and equity securities (Level 3) are valued using significant unobservable inputs or data in an inactive market and the valuation requires the Company’s judgment due to the absence of market prices and inherent lack of liquidity. These assumptions are inherently subjective and involve significant management judgment. In addition, the determination of whether an orderly transaction is for a same or similar investment requires management judgment including: the rights and obligations of the investments, the extent to which those differences would affect the fair values of those investments, and the impact of any differences based on the stage of operational development of the investee.

All of Autodesk’s marketable securities and strategic investments are subject to a periodic impairment review. Strategic investments in equity securities are assessed based on available information such as current cash positions, earnings, earnings and cash flow forecasts, recent operational performance and any other readily available market data. For any available-for-sale debt securities, if Autodesk does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that Autodesk will be required to sell the available-for-sale debt security prior to recovery of its amortized cost basis, Autodesk will determine whether a decline in fair value below the amortized cost basis is due to credit-related factors. The credit loss is measured as the amount by which the debt security’s amortized cost basis exceeds the estimate of the present value of cash flows expected to be collected, up to the difference between the amortized cost basis and the fair value. Impairment will be assessed at the individual security level. Credit-related impairment is recognized as an allowance on the Consolidated Balance Sheets with a corresponding adjustment to “Interest and other expense, net” on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. Any impairment that is not credit-related is recognized in “Accumulated other comprehensive loss” on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Autodesk does not measure an allowance for credit losses on accrued interest receivables on available-for-sale debt securities separately. Autodesk writes off accrued interest receivables by reversing interest income in the period deemed uncollectible in “Interest and other expense, net” on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. Any accrued interest receivable on available-for-sale debt securities is recorded in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets, as applicable.

Derivative Financial Instruments

Under its risk management strategy, Autodesk uses derivative instruments to manage its short-term exposures to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates that exist as part of ongoing business operations. Autodesk’s general practice is to hedge a portion of transaction exposures primarily denominated in Australian dollars, British pounds, Euros, Japanese yen,

and Singapore dollars. These instruments generally have maturities between one and 12 months in the future. Autodesk uses foreign currency contracts not designated as hedging instruments and foreign currency contracts designated as cash flow hedges but Autodesk does not enter into derivative instrument transactions for trading or speculative purposes.

The bank counterparties to the derivative contracts potentially expose Autodesk to credit-related losses in the event of their nonperformance. However, to mitigate that risk, Autodesk only contracts with counterparties who meet the Company’s minimum requirements under its counterparty risk assessment process. Autodesk monitors counterparty risk on at least a quarterly basis and will adjust its exposure to various counterparties as necessary. Autodesk generally enters into master netting arrangements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Autodesk does not have any master netting arrangements in place with collateral features.

Autodesk accounts for these derivative instruments as either assets or liabilities on the balance sheet and carries them at fair value. Gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value are accounted for depending on the use of the derivative and whether it is designated and qualifies for hedge accounting. Derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting are adjusted to fair value through earnings.

Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions

The assets and liabilities of Autodesk’s foreign subsidiaries are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at the rates in effect at the balance sheet date, and revenue and expense amounts are translated at exchange rates that approximate those rates in effect during the period in which the underlying transactions occur. Foreign currency translation adjustments are recorded in other comprehensive income (loss).

Gains and losses realized from foreign currency transactions, those transactions denominated in currencies other than the foreign subsidiary’s functional currency, are included in “Interest and other income, net.” Monetary assets and liabilities are remeasured using foreign currency exchange rates at the end of the period, and non-monetary assets and liabilities are remeasured based on historical exchange rates.

Allowance for Credit Loss

Allowances for uncollectible trade receivables and contract assets are subject to impairment using the expected credit loss model. Allowances for expected credit losses are measured based upon the lifetime expected credit loss which is based on historical experience, the number of days that billings are past due, reasonable economic forecast, including revised forecast data for the current economic environment, customer payment behavior, credit reports, and other customer-specific information.

Partner Incentive Program Reserves

As part of the indirect channel model, Autodesk has a partner incentive program that uses quarterly attainment of monetary rewards to motivate distributors and resellers to achieve mutually agreed upon business goals in a specified time period. The majority of these incentives are recorded as a reduction to accounts receivable and deferred revenue in the period the transaction is billed. The portion recorded as deferred revenue is subsequently recognized as a reduction to subscription revenue over the contract period. The remainder reduces subscription or other revenue in the current period.

These incentive balances do not require significant assumptions or judgments. Depending on how the payments are made, the reserves associated with the partner incentive program are recognized on the balance sheet as either a reduction to accounts receivable or recorded as accounts payable.

The following table summarizes the changes in partner incentive program reserves for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Balance at beginning of fiscal year	$	74	$	103	$	90
Additions charged to costs and expenses or revenues	91		91		91
Additions charged to deferred revenue	696		908		980
Deductions	770		1,028		1,058
Balances at end of fiscal year (1)	$	91	$	74	$	103

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(1)The partner program incentive reserves balance impacts "Accounts receivable, net" and "Accounts payable" on the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Concentration of Credit Risk

Autodesk places its cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities in highly liquid instruments with, and in the custody of, multiple diversified financial institutions globally with high credit ratings and limits the amounts invested with any one institution, type of security, and issuer. Autodesk’s primary commercial banking relationship is with Citigroup Inc. and its global affiliates. Citibank, N.A., an affiliate of Citigroup, is one of the lead lenders and an agent in the syndicate of Autodesk’s $1.5 billion revolving credit facility.

Autodesk’s accounts receivable are derived from sales to a large number of resellers, distributors, and direct customers in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (“EMEA”), and Asia Pacific (“APAC”) geographies. Autodesk performs ongoing evaluations of these partners’ and customers’ financial condition and limits the amount of credit extended when deemed necessary, but generally does not require collateral from such parties. Total revenue from the Company’s largest distributor TD Synnex Corporation, and its global affiliates (“TD Synnex”), accounted for 14%, 33%, and 39% of Autodesk's net revenue for fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The majority of the net revenue from sales to TD Synnex is from sales made outside of the United States. No other customer accounted for more than 10% of Autodesk’s total net revenue or trade accounts receivable for each of the respective periods.

Software Development Costs

Software development costs for external use incurred prior to the establishment of technological feasibility are included in research and development expenses. Autodesk defines establishment of technological feasibility as the completion of a working model. Software development costs incurred subsequent to the establishment of technological feasibility through the period of general market availability of the products are capitalized and generally amortized over a two-year period, if material. Autodesk had no capitalized software development costs at January 31, 2026 and 2025.

Cloud Computing Arrangements

Autodesk enters into certain cloud-based software hosting arrangements that are accounted for as service contracts. Costs incurred for these arrangements are capitalized for application development activities, if material, and immediately expensed for preliminary project activities and post-implementation activities. Autodesk amortizes the capitalized development costs straight-line over the fixed, non-cancellable term of the associated hosting arrangement plus any reasonably certain renewal periods. The capitalized costs are included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” and “Long-term other assets” on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Capitalized costs were $380 million and $327 million at January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Accumulated amortization was $175 million and $136 million at January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Amortization expense was $43 million, $53 million, and $42 million in fiscal 2026, fiscal 2025, and fiscal 2024, respectively.

Leases

Autodesk determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Operating lease right-of-use assets represent Autodesk’s right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and operating lease liabilities represent the Company’s obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The operating lease right-of-use assets also include any lease payments made and are reduced by any lease incentives. Autodesk uses its incremental borrowing rate, if the Company’s leases do not provide an implicit rate, adjusted for local country-specific borrowing rates as applicable, based on the information available at commencement date in determining the present value of lease payments. Options to extend or terminate the lease are considered in determining the lease term when it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. Lease expense for lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Autodesk has lease agreements with lease and non-lease components. Autodesk accounts for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component.

Business Combinations

Autodesk records the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination based on their estimated fair

values on the acquisition date, with the exception of contract assets and contract liabilities (i.e., deferred revenue) which are recognized and measured on the acquisition date in accordance with Autodesk’s “Revenue Recognition” policy in Note 1 “Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies”. The fair values assigned to the identifiable intangible assets acquired are based on estimates and assumptions determined by management. Autodesk records the excess of consideration transferred over the aggregate fair values as goodwill. During the measurement period, which may be up to one year from the acquisition date, Autodesk may record adjustments to these assets acquired and liabilities assumed, with the corresponding offset to goodwill.

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

At least annually or more frequently as circumstances dictate, Autodesk reviews its long-lived assets for impairment whenever impairment indicators exist. When such circumstances occur, Autodesk assesses the recoverability of these assets. Recoverability is measured by comparison of the carrying amounts of the assets to the future undiscounted cash flow the assets are expected to generate generally using Level 3 inputs. If the long-lived assets are impaired, the impairment to be recognized is equal to the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds its fair market value. See Note 9, “Leases” for further discussion on impairment charges of lease related right-of-assets.

In addition to the recoverability assessments, Autodesk routinely reviews the remaining estimated useful lives of its long-lived assets. Any reduction in the useful life assumption will result in increased depreciation and amortization expense in the quarter when such determinations are made, as well as in subsequent quarters.

Goodwill

Goodwill consists of the excess of the consideration transferred over the fair value of net assets acquired in business combinations. Autodesk tests goodwill for impairment annually in its fourth fiscal quarter or more often if circumstances indicate a potential impairment may exist, or if events have affected the composition of its reporting unit. Autodesk tests goodwill for impairment by performing a quantitative assessment of whether fair value of the reporting unit is greater than its carrying value. In situations in which an entity’s reporting unit is publicly traded, the fair value of the company may be approximated by its market capitalization, in performing the quantitative impairment test. Goodwill impairment exists when the estimated fair value of goodwill is less than its carrying value.

Advertising Expenses

Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Total advertising expenses incurred were $69 million in fiscal 2026, $54 million in fiscal 2025, and $64 million in fiscal 2024.

Net Income Per Share

Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted average shares of common stock outstanding during the period and potentially dilutive common shares, including the effect of restricted stock units, performance share awards, and stock options using the treasury stock method.

Defined Benefit Pension Plans

The funded status of Autodesk’s defined benefit pension plans is recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The funded status is measured as the difference between the fair value of plan assets and the projected benefit obligation for the fiscal years presented. The projected benefit obligation represents the actuarial present value of benefits expected to be paid upon retirement based on employee services already rendered and estimated future compensation levels. The fair value of plan assets represents the current market value of Autodesk’s cumulative company and participant contributions made to the various plans in effect.

Net periodic benefit cost is recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and includes service cost, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, amortization of prior service costs, and gains or losses previously recognized as a component of other comprehensive income (loss). Certain events, such as changes in the employee base, plan amendments, and changes in actuarial assumptions may result in a change in the defined benefit obligation and the corresponding change to other comprehensive loss.

The measurement of projected benefit obligations and net periodic benefit cost is based on estimates and assumptions that reflect the terms of the plans and use participant-specific information such as compensation, age and years of services, as well as certain assumptions, including estimates of discount rates, expected return of plan assets, rate of compensation increases, interest rates, and mortality rates.

Accounting Standards in Fiscal 2026

Accounting Standards Adopted

In December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvement to Income Tax Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-09”), to enhance the transparency and decision usefulness of income tax disclosures. ASU 2023-09 requires disaggregated information about a reporting entity's effective tax rate reconciliation as well as information on income taxes paid. The standard is intended to benefit investors by providing more detailed income tax disclosures that would be useful in making capital allocation decisions and applies to all entities subject to income taxes. Autodesk provided the new disclosures required by ASU 2023-09 beginning with its annual financial statements for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2026.

In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-07, “Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-07”), which are intended to improve reportable segment disclosure requirements. ASU 2023-07 expands public entities’ segment disclosures by requiring disclosure of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker and included within each reported measure of segment profit or loss, an amount and description of its composition for other segment items, and interim disclosures of a reportable segment’s profit or loss and assets. All disclosure requirements of ASU 2023-07 are required for entities with a single reportable segment. Autodesk adopted the annual disclosures of ASU 2023-07 for our fiscal year ended January 31, 2025 and adopted for interim periods beginning February 1, 2025.

Recently issued accounting standards not yet adopted

In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-06, “Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40)” (“ASU 2025-06”), which amends certain aspects of the accounting for and disclosure of software costs under Subtopic 350-40. ASU 2025-06 eliminates accounting consideration of software development “stages”. Cost capitalization will now begin solely when (1) management has authorized and committed to funding the software project, and (2) it is probable the project will be completed and the software used to perform its intended function (the probable-to-complete threshold). In evaluating the probable-to-complete recognition threshold, an entity is required to consider whether there is significant uncertainty associated with the development activities of the software. ASU 2025-06 specifies that the disclosures in Subtopic 360-10, Property, Plant, and Equipment—Overall, are required for all capitalized internal-use software costs, regardless of how those costs are presented in the financial statements. The amendments in ASU 2205-06 supersede the website development costs guidance and incorporate the recognition requirements for website-specific development costs from Subtopic 350-50 into Subtopic 350-40. ASU 2025-06 is effective for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2028, and interim periods within that fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. Autodesk is currently evaluating the effect of adopting ASU 2025-06 on its consolidated financial statements.

In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, “Income Statement-Reporting Comprehensive Income-Expense Disaggregation Disclosures” (“ASU 2024-03”), which requires disaggregated disclosures, in the notes to the financial statements, of certain categories of expenses that are included in expense line items on the face of the income statement. ASU 2024-03 also requires a qualitative description of the amounts remaining in relevant expense captions that are not separately disaggregated quantitatively, disclosure of the total amount of selling expenses, and in annual reporting periods, Autodesk’s definition of selling expenses. ASU 2024-03 is effective for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2027, and interim periods for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2028. Early adoption is permitted. Autodesk is currently evaluating the effect of adopting ASU 2024-03 on its disclosures.

There have been no other recent accounting pronouncements during the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, that may have a material impact on our financial position or results of operations.

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Schedule Of Changes in Partner Incentive Program Reserves

The following table summarizes the changes in partner incentive program reserves for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Balance at beginning of fiscal year	$	74	$	103	$	90
Additions charged to costs and expenses or revenues	91		91		91
Additions charged to deferred revenue	696		908		980
Deductions	770		1,028		1,058
Balances at end of fiscal year (1)	$	91	$	74	$	103

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(1)The partner program incentive reserves balance impacts "Accounts receivable, net" and "Accounts payable" on the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]

Schedule of Restructuring and Other Exist Costs

The following table sets forth the restructuring and other exit costs liability as of January 31, 2026:


	Balances, January 31, 2025		Additions (3)		Payments		Balances, January 31, 2026
January 2026 Plan
Employee terminations costs (1)	$	—	$	98	$	(1)	$	97
Other exit costs (2)	—		2		—		2
2026 Plan
Employee terminations costs (1)	15		93		(107)		1
Other exit costs (2)	—		4		(4)		—
Total	$	15	$	197	$	(112)	$	100

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(1) Recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets under “Accrued compensation."

(2) Recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets under “Accounts payable."

(3) Recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations under “Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions”.

Segments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment

The following table presents information about Autodesk’s reported segment total net revenue, segment profit, and significant segment expenses:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497
Less (1):
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue (2)	420		376		344
Cost of other revenue (2)	74		67		68
Amortization of developed technologies	97		85		48
Marketing and sales (2)	1,666		1,670		1,548
Research and development (2)	1,304		1,181		1,065
General and administrative (2)	563		541		524
Amortization of purchased intangibles	53		49		42
Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions	216		15		—
New transaction model (3)	447		107		27
Stock-based compensation	788		686		703
Interest and other (income) expense, net	(25)		(30)		(8)
Provision for income taxes	479		272		230
Consolidated net income	$	1,124	$	1,112	$	906

____________________

(1)Significant expense categories and amounts align with the segment-level information that is regularly provided to the CODM.

(2)The amounts of new transaction model and stock-based compensation are excluded from this line and presented separately within this table.

(3)New transaction model costs include sales incentives to solution providers, transaction fees, and internal operating costs.

The following table presents information about Autodesk’s other segment disclosures:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest income	$	83	$	85	$	91
Interest expense	80		71		71
Depreciation, amortization, and accretion expense	195		180		139
Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer	536		212		140

Schedule of Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas

Information regarding Autodesk's long-lived assets by geographic area were as follows:


	January 31,
	2026		2025
Long-lived assets:
Americas
U.S.	$	152	$	170
Other Americas	15		13
Total Americas	167		183
Europe, Middle East, and Africa	56		64
Asia Pacific	55		39
Total long-lived assets	$	278	$	286

Insider Trading Policies and Procedures	12 Months Ended
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures	Jan. 31, 2026
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures [Line Items]
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted	true

Leases - Schedule of Lease Costs and Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	$ 58	$ 66	$ 71
Variable lease cost	10	13	16
Cash paid for operating leases included in operating cash flows	89	93	112
Non-cash operating lease liabilities arising from obtaining operating right-of-use assets	45	3	48
Variable lease, payment	10	13	16
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	6	6	7
Variable lease cost	1	1	1
Cost of other revenue
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	2	2	2
Variable lease cost	0	0	1
Marketing and sales
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	20	25	28
Variable lease cost	3	5	6
Research and development
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	21	22	23
Variable lease cost	4	5	5
General and administrative
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Operating lease cost	9	11	11
Variable lease cost	$ 2	$ 2	$ 3

Financial Instruments - Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Long-term
Derivative Liability Statement Of Financial Position Extensible Enumeration Not Disclosed Flag	Derivative contract liabilities (7)
Derivative contract liabilities	$ (28)	$ (22)
Total	2,280	1,442
Derivative contract assets
Long-term
Derivative contract assets, fair value	26	28
Commercial paper
Short-term
Fair Value	155	96
Corporate debt securities
Short-term
Fair Value	66	79
Long-term
Fair Value	157	97
U.S. government securities
Short-term
Fair Value	67	74
Long-term
Fair Value	83	51
Asset backed securities
Short-term
Fair Value	25	19
Long-term
Fair Value	85	71
Certificates of deposit
Short-term
Fair Value	16
Other
Short-term
Fair Value	19	19
Long-term
Fair Value	28	8
Agency bonds
Long-term
Fair Value	23	40
Mutual funds
Long-term
Long-term other assets, fair value	137	118
Level 1
Long-term
Derivative contract liabilities	0	0
Total	1,244	736
Level 1 \| Derivative contract assets
Long-term
Derivative contract assets, fair value	0	0
Level 1 \| Commercial paper
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| Corporate debt securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| U.S. government securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| Asset backed securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| Certificates of deposit
Short-term
Fair Value	0
Level 1 \| Other
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| Agency bonds
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 1 \| Mutual funds
Long-term
Long-term other assets, fair value	137	118
Level 2
Long-term
Derivative contract liabilities	(28)	(22)
Total	1,036	706
Level 2 \| Derivative contract assets
Long-term
Derivative contract assets, fair value	26	28
Level 2 \| Commercial paper
Short-term
Fair Value	155	96
Level 2 \| Corporate debt securities
Short-term
Fair Value	66	79
Long-term
Fair Value	157	97
Level 2 \| U.S. government securities
Short-term
Fair Value	67	74
Long-term
Fair Value	83	51
Level 2 \| Asset backed securities
Short-term
Fair Value	25	19
Long-term
Fair Value	85	71
Level 2 \| Certificates of deposit
Short-term
Fair Value	16
Level 2 \| Other
Short-term
Fair Value	19	19
Long-term
Fair Value	28	8
Level 2 \| Agency bonds
Long-term
Fair Value	23	40
Level 2 \| Mutual funds
Long-term
Long-term other assets, fair value	0	0
Level 3
Long-term
Derivative contract liabilities	0	0
Total	0	0
Level 3 \| Derivative contract assets
Long-term
Derivative contract assets, fair value	0	0
Level 3 \| Commercial paper
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| Corporate debt securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| U.S. government securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| Asset backed securities
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| Certificates of deposit
Short-term
Fair Value	0
Level 3 \| Other
Short-term
Fair Value	0	0
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| Agency bonds
Long-term
Fair Value	0	0
Level 3 \| Mutual funds
Long-term
Long-term other assets, fair value	0	0
Money market funds
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	1,107	618
Money market funds \| Level 1
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	1,107	618
Money market funds \| Level 2
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Money market funds \| Level 3
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Commercial paper
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	163	85
Commercial paper \| Level 1
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Commercial paper \| Level 2
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	163	85
Commercial paper \| Level 3
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Certificates of deposit
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	54	38
Certificates of deposit \| Level 1
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Certificates of deposit \| Level 2
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	54	38
Certificates of deposit \| Level 3
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
U.S. government securities
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	96	19
U.S. government securities \| Level 1
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
U.S. government securities \| Level 2
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	96	19
U.S. government securities \| Level 3
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Other
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	1	4
Other \| Level 1
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	0	0
Other \| Level 2
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	1	4
Other \| Level 3
Cash equivalents
Fair Value	$ 0	$ 0

Equity Compensation - Schedule of Assumption Used to Estimate the Fair Value of Stock-Based Awards (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected dividends	0.00%
Performance Stock Unit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Range of expected volatilities, minimum (in percentage)	29.70%	29.40%	40.90%
Range of expected volatilities, maximum (in percentage)	33.40%	31.40%	42.50%
Expected dividends	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum (in percentage)	3.80%		4.30%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum (in percentage)	4.10%		4.70%
Range of risk-free interest rates (in percentage)		5.20%
ESPP
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Range of expected volatilities, minimum (in percentage)	28.30%	28.70%	29.40%
Range of expected volatilities, maximum (in percentage)	29.60%	34.50%	42.40%
Expected dividends	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Range of risk-free interest rates, minimum (in percentage)	3.60%	3.60%	4.30%
Range of risk-free interest rates, maximum (in percentage)	4.30%	5.40%	5.50%
ESPP \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Range of expected lives (in years)	6 months	6 months	6 months
ESPP \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Range of expected lives (in years)	2 years	2 years	2 years

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of taxes, consisted of the following:


	Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments		Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available for Sale Securities		Defined Benefit Pension Components		Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments		Total
Balances, January 31, 2024	$	23	$	20	$	(24)	$	(253)	$	(234)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	13		1		(2)		(50)		(38)
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(14)		(1)		1		—		(14)
Tax effects	2		—		—		(1)		1
Net current period other comprehensive (loss) income	1		—		(1)		(51)		(51)
Balances, January 31, 2025	24		20		(25)		(304)		(285)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(26)		3		(2)		95		70
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(20)		(1)		—		—		(21)
Tax effects	5		—		—		(1)		4
Net current period other comprehensive (loss) income	(41)		2		(2)		94		53
Balances, January 31, 2026	$	(17)	$	22	$	(27)	$	(210)	$	(232)

Reclassifications related to gains and losses on available-for-sale debt securities are included in “Interest and other income, net.” Refer to Note 10, “Derivative Instruments” for the amount and location of reclassifications related to derivative instruments. Reclassifications of the defined benefit pension components of net periodic benefit cost are included in “Interest and other income, net.”

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions - Narrative (Details) numberOfEmployees in Thousands, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($) numberOfEmployees	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)	Jan. 31, 2025 USD ($)	Jan. 31, 2024 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Lease-related asset impairments		$ 12	$ 0	$ 9
Impairment charges		7
January 2026 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Percentage of workforce eliminated	7.00%
Number of positions eliminated \| numberOfEmployees	1
Cost incurred	$ 100	100
January 2026 Plan \| Minimum
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring cost	135	135
January 2026 Plan \| Maximum
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring cost	$ 160	$ 160

Leases (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Leases [Abstract]

Schedule of Lease Cost and Cash Flow Information

The components of lease cost were as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2026
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	6	$	2	$	20	$	21	$	9	$	58
Variable lease cost	1		—		3		4		2		10


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2025
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	6	$	2	$	25	$	22	$	11	$	66
Variable lease cost	1		—		5		5		2		13


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2024
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	7	$	2	$	28	$	23	$	11	$	71
Variable lease cost	1		1		6		5		3		16

Supplemental operating cash flow information related to leases was as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2026		Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2025		Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2024

Cash paid for operating leases included in operating cash flows (1)	$	89	$	93	$	112
Non-cash operating lease liabilities arising from obtaining operating right-of-use assets	45		3		48

_______________

(1) Includes $10 million, $13 million, and $16 million in variable lease payments not included in “Operating lease liabilities” and “Long-term operating lease liabilities” on the Consolidated Balance Sheet for fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively.

Schedule of Maturities of Lease Liabilities

Maturities of operating lease liabilities were as follows:


Fiscal year ending
2027	$	60
2028	61
2029	56
2030	37
2031	30
Thereafter	31
	275
Less imputed interest	24
Present value of operating lease liabilities	$	251

Equity Compensation - Schedule of Restricted Stock Activity (Details) - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Performance Stock Units (PSUs) - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Unreleased Restricted Stock Units (in thousands)
Unvested restricted stock, beginning balance (in shares)	5,188
Granted (in shares)	2,860
Vested (in shares)	(3,048)
Canceled/Forfeited (in shares)	(529)
Performance adjustment (in shares)	6
Unvested restricted stock, ending balance (in shares)	4,477	5,188
Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Unvested restricted stock, beginning balance (in dollars per share)	$ 229.09
Granted (in dollars per share)	265.58	$ 245.32	$ 200.53
Vested (in dollars per share)	225.56
Canceled/Forfeited (in dollars per share)	236.92
Performance adjustment (in dollars per share)	275.23
Unvested restricted stock, ending balance (in dollars per share)	$ 255.39	$ 229.09
Minimum
Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Performance shares units payout (in percentage)	95.00%
Maximum
Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Performance shares units payout (in percentage)	108.00%

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Derivative Finanicial Instruments (Details) - Derivative contract assets	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026
Minimum
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, term of contract	1 month
Maximum
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, term of contract	12 months

- Definition

Line items represent financial concepts included in a table. These concepts are used to disclose reportable information associated with domain members defined in one or many axes to the table.

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+ Details

Borrowing Arrangements

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Borrowing Arrangements

In May 2025, the Company terminated its previous credit agreement and entered into a new Credit Agreement (“2025 Credit Agreement”) by and among the Company, the lenders party thereto and Citibank, N.A. (“Citibank”), as administrative agent, which provides for an unsecured revolving loan facility in the aggregate principal amount of $1.5 billion, with an option to increase the principal amount to $2 billion subject to receipt of additional commitments and other customary conditions. The revolving credit facility is available for working capital and general corporate purposes. The 2025 Credit Agreement contains customary covenants that could, among other things, restrict the imposition of liens on Autodesk’s assets, and restrict Autodesk’s ability to incur additional indebtedness or make dispositions of assets if Autodesk fails to maintain compliance with the financial covenants. The 2025 Credit Agreement requires the Company to maintain a maximum leverage ratio of Consolidated Covenant Debt to Consolidated EBITDA (each as defined in the 2025 Credit Agreement) no greater than 3.50:1.00 during the term of the credit facility, subject to adjustment following the consummation of certain acquisitions up to 4.00:1.00 for up to four consecutive fiscal quarters. At January 31, 2026, Autodesk was in compliance with the 2025 Credit Agreement covenants. Revolving loans under the 2025 Credit Agreement will bear interest, at the Company’s option, at either (i) a per annum rate equal to the Base Rate (as defined in the 2025 Credit Agreement) or (ii) a per annum rate equal to the rate at which dollar deposits are offered in the Secured Overnight Financing Rate, plus a margin of between 0.575% and 1.000%, depending on the Company’s Public Debt Rating. The Company is also obligated to pay to each lender a facility fee on a

quarterly basis based on amounts committed (whether used or unused) under the revolving facility of between 0.050% and 0.125% per annum, depending on the Company’s Public Debt Rating. The scheduled termination date under the 2025 Credit Agreement is May 8, 2030, which termination date may be extended with respect to some or all of the commitments under the 2025 Credit Agreement subject to certain terms and conditions, including the consent of each lender holding commitments to be extended. As of January 31, 2026, Autodesk had no outstanding borrowings under the 2025 Credit Agreement.

The outstanding borrowings as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


Instrument	Date of Issuance	Principal Outstanding		Fair value
5.30% Senior Notes due June 15, 2035 (1)	June 2025	$	500	$	514
2.40% Senior Notes due December 15, 2031	October 2021	1,000		889
2.85% Senior Notes due January 15, 2030	January 2020	500		473
3.50% Senior Notes due June 15, 2027	June 2017	500		496
Total principal outstanding		2,500
Less unamortized debt discount and issuance costs (2)		17
Total notes payable, net		$	2,483

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(1)A portion of the proceeds of the senior notes was used for the repayment of $300 million of 4.375% notes due June 15, 2025, and the remainder is available for general corporate purposes.

(2)Both the debt discount and issuance costs are being amortized to interest expense over the term of the senior notes using the effective interest method.

The 2025 Notes, 2021 Notes, 2020 Notes, and the 2017 Notes may all be redeemed at any time, subject to a make whole premium. In addition, upon the occurrence of certain change of control triggering events, Autodesk may be required to repurchase all the Notes, at a price equal to 101% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date of repurchase. All Notes contain restrictive covenants that limit Autodesk’s ability to create certain liens,to enter into certain sale and leaseback transactions and to consolidate or merge with, or convey, transfer, or lease all or substantially all of its assets, subject to important qualifications and exceptions.

The expected future principal payments for all borrowings as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


Fiscal year ending
2027	$	—
2028	500
2029	—
2030	500
2031	—
Thereafter	1,500
Total principal outstanding	$	2,500

- Definition

The entire disclosure for information about short-term and long-term debt arrangements, which includes amounts of borrowings under each line of credit, note payable, commercial paper issue, bonds indenture, debenture issue, own-share lending arrangements and any other contractual agreement to repay funds, and about the underlying arrangements, rationale for a classification as long-term, including repayment terms, interest rates, collateral provided, restrictions on use of assets and activities, whether or not in compliance with debt covenants, and other matters important to users of the financial statements, such as the effects of refinancing and noncompliance with debt covenants.

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+ Details

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]

Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss, Net of Taxes

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of taxes, consisted of the following:


	Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments		Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available for Sale Securities		Defined Benefit Pension Components		Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments		Total
Balances, January 31, 2024	$	23	$	20	$	(24)	$	(253)	$	(234)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	13		1		(2)		(50)		(38)
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(14)		(1)		1		—		(14)
Tax effects	2		—		—		(1)		1
Net current period other comprehensive (loss) income	1		—		(1)		(51)		(51)
Balances, January 31, 2025	24		20		(25)		(304)		(285)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(26)		3		(2)		95		70
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(20)		(1)		—		—		(21)
Tax effects	5		—		—		(1)		4
Net current period other comprehensive (loss) income	(41)		2		(2)		94		53
Balances, January 31, 2026	$	(17)	$	22	$	(27)	$	(210)	$	(232)

Financial Instruments - Schedule of Investments Classified by Contractual Maturity Date (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Due within 1 year	$ 314
Due in 1 year through 5 years	384
Due in 5 years through 10 years	20
Due after 10 years	6
Total	$ 724

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Software Developement Costs (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capitalized software development costs	$ 0.0	$ 0.0
Software and Software Development Costs
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Useful life	3 years
Software and Software Development Costs \| Incurred Subsequently
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Useful life	2 years

Net Income Per Share - Narrative (Details) - shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Potentially dilutive shares excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share (in shares)	67	92	297

Revenue Recognition - Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	$ 7,206	$ 6,131	$ 5,497
Design
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	5,980	5,104	4,647
Make
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	796	654	523
Other
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	430	373	327
Indirect
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	2,646	3,568	3,444
Direct
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	4,560	2,563	2,053
Americas
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	3,178	2,716	2,438
U.S.
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	2,566	2,228	1,978
Other Americas
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	612	488	460
Europe, Middle East and Africa
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	2,794	2,307	2,042
Asia Pacific
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	1,234	1,108	1,017
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	3,583	2,937	2,580
AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	1,787	1,572	1,462
Manufacturing
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	1,379	1,189	1,063
Media and Entertainment
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	332	315	295
Other
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total net revenue	$ 125	$ 118	$ 97

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Derivative Gain Loss Statement Of Income Or Comprehensive Income Extensible Enumeration Not Disclosed Flag	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net

Balance Sheet Components

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]

Balance Sheet Components

Accounts Receivable, Net

Accounts receivable, net, consisted of the following as of January 31:


	2026		2025
Trade accounts receivable	$	1,535	$	1,086
Less: Allowance for credit losses	(4)		(3)
Product returns reserve	(13)		(8)
Partner programs and other obligations	(79)		(67)
Accounts receivable, net	$	1,439	$	1,008

Allowances for credit losses on trade receivables and contract assets were not material as of January 31, 2026 and 2025.

Intangible Assets, Net

Intangible assets and related accumulated amortization at January 31, 2026 were as follows:



	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Customer relationships	$	749	$	(534)	$	215
Developed technologies	1,189		(947)		242
Trade names and patents	122		(118)		4
Other	9		(3)		6
Total intangible assets	$	2,069	$	(1,602)	$	467

Intangible assets and related accumulated amortization at January 31, 2025 were as follows:



	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Customer relationships	$	735	$	(480)	$	255
Developed technologies	1,154		(849)		305
Trade names and patents	122		(115)		7
Other	7		—		7
Total intangible assets	$	2,018	$	(1,444)	$	574

The majority of Autodesk’s intangible assets are amortized to expense over the estimated economic life, which ranges from 3 to 15 years. Amortization expense for intangible assets was $150 million in fiscal 2026, $134 million in fiscal 2025, and $89 million in fiscal 2024.


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
2027	$	156
2028	105
2029	80
2030	31
2031	16
Thereafter	79
Total	$	467

Computer Equipment, Software, Furniture, and Leasehold Improvements, Net

Computer equipment, software, furniture, leasehold improvements, and the related accumulated depreciation at January 31 were as follows:


	2026		2025
Computer hardware, at cost	$	90	$	103
Computer software, at cost	61		42
Furniture and equipment, at cost	104		100
Leasehold improvements, land and buildings, at cost	349		333
	604		578
Less: Accumulated depreciation	(483)		(461)
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, net	$	121	$	117

Depreciation expense was $43 million in fiscal 2026, $43 million in fiscal 2025, and $47 million in fiscal 2024. Impairment losses were not material in fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024.

Costs incurred for computer software developed or obtained for internal use are capitalized for application development activities, if material, and immediately expensed for preliminary project activities and post-implementation activities. These capitalized costs are amortized straight-line over the software’s expected useful life, which is generally three years. Autodesk had no material capitalized internal use software development costs at January 31, 2026 and 2025.

Goodwill

The following table summarizes the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill as of January 31:


	2026		2025
Goodwill beginning of the year (1)	$	4,242	$	3,653
Additions arising from acquisitions during the year	—		619
Effect of foreign currency translation and measurement period adjustments (2)	53		(30)

Goodwill, end of the year (1)	$	4,295	$	4,242

______________

(1)Accumulated impairment losses as of both January 31, 2026 and 2025, were $149 million.

(2)Measurement period adjustments reflect revisions made to the Company's preliminary determination of estimated fair value of assets and liabilities assumed.

Autodesk did not recognize any goodwill impairment losses during the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025 and 2024.

Leases - Schedule of Maturities of Lease Liabilities (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]
2027	$ 60
2028	61
2029	56
2030	37
2031	30
Thereafter	31
Total lease payments	275
Less imputed interest	24
Present value of operating lease liabilities	$ 251

Cover - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Billions	12 Months Ended
Cover - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Billions	Jan. 31, 2026	Feb. 23, 2026	Jul. 31, 2025
Cover [Abstract]
Document Type	10-K
Document Annual Report	true
Document Period End Date	Jan. 31, 2026
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--01-31
Document Transition Report	false
Entity File Number	0-14338
Entity Registrant Name	AUTODESK, INC.
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	DE
Entity Tax Identification Number	94-2819853
Entity Address, Address Line One	One Market Street, Ste. 400
Entity Address, City or Town	San Francisco,
Entity Address, State or Province	CA
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code	94105
City Area Code	415
Local Phone Number	507-5000
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value
Trading Symbol	ADSK
Security Exchange Name	NASDAQ
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Small Business	false
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag	true
Document Financial Statement Error Correction [Flag]	false
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Public Float			$ 64.5
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		211
Documents Incorporated by Reference	DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE Portions of the Proxy Statement for registrant’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Proxy Statement”), are incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K to the extent stated herein. The Proxy Statement will be filed within 120 days of the registrant’s fiscal year ended January 31, 2026.
Entity Central Index Key	0000769397
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2026
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Amendment Flag	false

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	$ 2,621	$ 1,855	$ 1,145
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	70	(38)
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(21)	(14)
Tax effects	4	1
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	53	(51)	(49)
Ending balance	3,045	2,621	1,855
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	(285)	(234)	(185)
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	53	(51)	(49)
Ending balance	(232)	(285)	(234)
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	24	23
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(26)	13
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(20)	(14)
Tax effects	5	2
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	(41)	1
Ending balance	(17)	24	23
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available for Sale Securities
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	20	20
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	3	1
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	(1)	(1)
Tax effects	0	0
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	2	0
Ending balance	22	20	20
Defined Benefit Pension Components
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	(25)	(24)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(2)	(2)
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	0	1
Tax effects	0	0
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	(2)	(1)
Ending balance	(27)	(25)	(24)
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	(304)	(253)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	95	(50)
Pre-tax (gain) loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	0	0
Tax effects	(1)	(1)
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	94	(51)
Ending balance	$ (210)	$ (304)	$ (253)

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Costs to Obtain a Contract with a Customer (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Product Information [Line Items]
Costs to obtain a contract	$ 913,000,000	$ 467,000,000
Current liability	550,000,000	282,000,000
Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer	536,000,000	212,000,000	$ 140,000,000
Impairment loss	$ 0	0	0
Minimum
Product Information [Line Items]
Amortized based on the contract term	1 year
Maximum
Product Information [Line Items]
Amortized based on the contract term	3 years
Revision of Prior Period, Reclassification, Adjustment
Product Information [Line Items]
Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer	$ 536,000,000	$ 212,000,000	$ 140,000,000

Derivative Instruments

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Derivative Instruments


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Amount of gain (loss) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, (effective portion)	$	(41)	$	1	$	(41)
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)
Net revenue	$	6	$	19	$	57
Cost of revenue	3		—		—
Operating expenses	11		(5)		—

Total	$	20	$	14	$	57



	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest and other income, net	$	26	$	22	$	9

See Note 3, “Financial Instruments” for the fair values of derivative instruments in Autodesk’s Consolidated Balance Sheets as of January 31, 2026, and 2025.

Foreign currency contracts designated as cash flow hedges

Autodesk uses foreign currency contracts to reduce the exchange rate impact on a portion of the net revenue or operating expense of certain anticipated transactions. These currency collars and forward contracts are designated and documented as cash flow hedges. The effectiveness of the cash flow hedge contracts is assessed quantitatively using regression at inception and thereafter. To receive cash flow hedge accounting treatment, all hedging relationships are formally documented at the inception of the hedge relationship and the hedges are expected to be highly effective in offsetting changes to future cash flows on hedged transactions. The notional amounts of these contracts are presented net settled and were $2.06 billion at January 31, 2026, and $1.52 billion at January 31, 2025. Outstanding contracts are recognized as either assets or liabilities on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value. The gains and losses on these hedges are included in “Accumulated other

comprehensive loss” and are reclassified into earnings at the time the forecasted revenue or expense is recognized. The majority of the net loss of $17 million remaining in “Accumulated other comprehensive loss” as of January 31, 2026, is expected to be recognized into earnings within the next 24 months. Derivative contracts and related gain (loss) are presented within “Net cash provided by operating activities” in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow.

In the event the underlying forecasted transaction does not occur, or it becomes probable that it will not occur, Autodesk reclassifies and discloses the gain or loss on the related cash flow hedge from “Accumulated other comprehensive loss” to “Interest and other income, net” in the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements at that time.

Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments

Autodesk uses foreign currency contracts that are not designated as hedging instruments to reduce the exchange rate risk associated primarily with foreign currency denominated receivables, payables, and cash. The notional amounts of these foreign currency contracts are presented net settled and were $858 million at January 31, 2026, and $1.14 billion at January 31, 2025.

These forward contracts are marked-to-market at the end of each fiscal quarter with gains and losses recognized as “Interest and other income, net.” These derivative instruments do not subject the Company to material balance sheet risk due to exchange rate movements because gains and losses on these derivative instruments are intended to offset the gains or losses resulting from the revaluation and settlement of the underlying foreign currency denominated receivables, payables, and cash.

- Definition

The entire disclosure for derivative instruments and hedging activities including, but not limited to, risk management strategies, non-hedging derivative instruments, assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and methodologies and assumptions used in determining the amounts.

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	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Expected Future Amortization Expense for Purchased Technologies, Customer Relationships and Trade Name [Abstract]
Weighted average amortization period	7 years
2027	$ 156
2028	105
2029	80
2030	31
2031	16
Thereafter	79
Net	$ 467	$ 574

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule Of Changes in Partner Incentive Program Reserves (Details) - Partner Program reserves - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of year	$ 74	$ 103	$ 90
Additions charged to costs and expenses or revenues	91	91	91
Additions charged to deferred revenue	696	908	980
Deductions	770	1,028	1,058
Balance at end of year	$ 91	$ 74	$ 103

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Interest and Other Income (Expense), net

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]

Interest and Other Income (Expense), net

Interest and other income, net, consists of the following:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest and investment income, net	$	20	$	28	$	26
Gain on foreign currency	7		6		10
Loss on strategic investments	(9)		(10)		(32)
Other income	7		6		4
Interest and other income, net	$	25	$	30	$	8

Commitment and Contingencies (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Total Non-cancellable Purchase Commitments

Total non-cancellable purchase commitments as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


2027	$	303
2028	231
2029	69
2030	7
2031	3
2032-2034	5
Total	$	618

Net Income Per Share (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Schedule of Computation of Numerator and Denominator in Net Income Per Share

The following table sets forth the computation of the numerators and denominators used in the basic and diluted net income per share amounts:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Numerator:
Net income	$	1,124	$	1,112	$	906
Denominator:
Weighted average shares for basic net income per share	213		215		214
Effect of dilutive securities	2		2		2
Weighted average shares for dilutive net income per share	215		217		216
Basic net income per share	$	5.28	$	5.17	$	4.23
Diluted net income per share	$	5.23	$	5.12	$	4.19

Derivative Instruments - Schedule of Fair Value of Derivative Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Amount of gain (loss) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, (effective portion)	$ (41)	$ 1	$ (41)
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)	20	14	57
Interest and other income, net	$ 26	$ 22	$ 9
Derivative Gain Loss Statement Of Income Or Comprehensive Income Extensible Enumeration Not Disclosed Flag	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net
Net revenue
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)	$ 6	$ 19	$ 57
Cost of revenue
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)	3	0	0
Operating expenses
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Amount and location of gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income (effective portion)	$ 11	$ (5)	$ 0

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions

During the fourth fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk initiated a restructuring plan (“January 2026 Plan”) that represents the culmination of Autodesk’s sales and marketing optimization program. The January 2026 Plan also reallocates resources in certain other functions to accelerate Autodesk’s strategic priorities. The January 2026 Plan includes a reduction in force that will result in the aggregate termination of approximately 7% of the Company’s workforce, or approximately 1,000 employees, and facility reductions. Total pre-tax restructuring charges are estimated to be approximately $135 million to $160 million (inclusive of $100 million accrued as of January 31, 2026). Autodesk expects to complete the January 2026 Plan by the end of its fourth quarter of fiscal 2027 (ending January 31, 2027).

During fiscal 2026, Autodesk initiated a restructuring plan (“2026 Plan”) to support Autodesk's initiatives to optimize its go-to-market organization and, at the same time, to reallocate resources to Autodesk’s strategic priorities of investments in cloud, platform and artificial intelligence. With this restructuring plan, Autodesk is realigning roles to maximize talent investments and to distribute critical expertise globally. The 2026 Plan is substantially complete.

The following table sets forth the restructuring and other exit costs liability as of January 31, 2026:


	Balances, January 31, 2025		Additions (3)		Payments		Balances, January 31, 2026
January 2026 Plan
Employee terminations costs (1)	$	—	$	98	$	(1)	$	97
Other exit costs (2)	—		2		—		2
2026 Plan
Employee terminations costs (1)	15		93		(107)		1
Other exit costs (2)	—		4		(4)		—
Total	$	15	$	197	$	(112)	$	100

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(1) Recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets under “Accrued compensation."

(2) Recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheets under “Accounts payable."

(3) Recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations under “Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions”.

During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk recorded $12 million in lease-related assets impairments and $7 million in impairment charges to computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements for facility reductions related to the 2026 Plan. These costs are included in “Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions” on the Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Principles of Consolidation	Principles of Consolidation The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Autodesk and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in Autodesk’s consolidated financial statements and notes thereto. These estimates are based on information available as of the date of the consolidated financial statements. On a regular basis, management evaluates these estimates and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates. Examples of significant estimates and assumptions made by management involve revenue recognition for product subscriptions and enterprise business arrangements (“EBAs”), the determination of the fair value of acquired intangible assets and goodwill, and the realizability of deferred tax assets. The Company also makes assumptions, judgments, and estimates in determining the accruals for uncertain tax positions, variable compensation, partner incentive programs, loss contingencies, and operating lease liabilities.
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition Autodesk’s revenue is divided into three categories: subscription revenue, maintenance revenue, and other revenue. Subscription revenue consists of our term-based product subscriptions, cloud service offerings, and flexible enterprise business agreements (“EBAs”). Maintenance revenue consists of renewal fees for existing agreements. Other revenue consists of revenue from consulting and other products and services. Revenue is recognized when control for these offerings is transferred to our customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for products and services. Autodesk’s contracts with customers may include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Determining whether the products and services are considered distinct performance obligations that should be accounted for separately or as a single performance obligation may require significant judgment. Judgment is required to determine the level of integration and interdependency between individual components of desktop software applications and cloud functionalities. This determination influences whether the desktop software is considered distinct and accounted for separately as a license performance obligation recognized at the time of delivery, or not distinct and accounted for together with the cloud functionalities as a single subscription performance obligation recognized over time. For product subscriptions and flexible EBA subscriptions in which the desktop software and related cloud functionalities are highly interrelated, the single performance obligation is recognized ratably over the contract term as the subscription is delivered. For subscriptions involving distinct desktop software licenses, the license performance obligation is satisfied when delivered to our customers. For standalone maintenance subscriptions and cloud subscriptions, the performance obligation is satisfied ratably over the contract term as those services are delivered. For consulting services and Flex, the performance obligation is satisfied over a period of time as those services are delivered. When an arrangement includes multiple performance obligations which are concurrently delivered and have the same pattern of transfer to the customer (the services transfer to the customer over the contract period), we account for those performance obligations as a single performance obligation. For contracts with more than one performance obligation, the transaction price is allocated among the performance obligations in an amount that depicts the relative standalone selling price (“SSP”) of each obligation. We establish SSP for most of our products and services based on observable prices when sold separately in similar circumstances or to similar customers. When products or services are not sold separately, we establish SSP based on other observable inputs. Our indirect channel model includes both a two-tiered distribution structure, where Autodesk sells to distributors that subsequently sell to resellers, and a one-tiered structure where Autodesk sells directly to resellers. For these arrangements, transfer of control begins at the time access to our subscriptions is made available electronically to our customer, provided all other criteria for revenue recognition are met.
Fair Value Measurement	Fair Value Measurement We measure certain financial instruments at fair value on a recurring basis, including marketable securities and derivative instruments. Fair value is defined under ASC 820 as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. We use a three-level hierarchy to prioritize the inputs used in measuring fair value. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 2 inputs are observable inputs other than quoted prices, such as interest rates and yield curves. Level 3 inputs are unobservable and reflect our own assumptions. Autodesk’s Level 2 securities and derivatives are valued primarily using observable inputs other than quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities. The Company has elected to use the income approach to value derivatives using the observable Level 2 market expectations at measurement date and standard valuation techniques to convert future amounts to a single present amount (discounted). Mid-market pricing is used as a practical expedient and when required, rates are interpolated from commonly quoted intervals published by market sources. We did not have any material Level 3 instruments as of the reporting date. Key inputs for currency derivatives are spot rates, forward rates, interest rates, volatility, and credit default rates. The spot rate for each currency is the same spot rate used for all balance sheet translations at the measurement date. Autodesk reviews for any potential changes on a quarterly basis. See Note 3, “Financial Instruments” for more information.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	Cash and Cash Equivalents Autodesk considers all highly liquid investments with insignificant interest rate risk and remaining maturities of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash equivalents are stated at estimated fair value.
Marketable Securities and Strategic Investments	Marketable Securities and Strategic Investments Autodesk classifies its marketable securities as either short-term or long-term generally based on each instrument’s underlying contractual maturity date. Generally, marketable securities with remaining maturities of less than 12 months are classified as short-term and marketable securities with remaining maturities greater than 12 months are classified as long-term. Autodesk may sell certain of its marketable securities prior to their stated maturities for strategic purposes or in anticipation of credit deterioration. Marketable securities maturing within one year that are not restricted are classified as current assets. Autodesk determines the appropriate classification of its marketable securities at the time of purchase and re-evaluates such classification as of each balance sheet date. Autodesk carries all “available-for-sale securities” at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses, net of tax, reported in stockholders’ equity until disposition or maturity. Autodesk carries all “trading securities” at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses, recorded in “Interest and other expense, net” in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. The cost of securities sold is based on the specific-identification method. The Company's strategic investments consist of privately held debt and equity securities. Under the measurement alternative method, strategic investments in equity securities are measured at cost, less any impairments, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or similar investment of the same issuer in the current period. The company’s strategic investments in debt and equity securities (Level 3) are valued using significant unobservable inputs or data in an inactive market and the valuation requires the Company’s judgment due to the absence of market prices and inherent lack of liquidity. These assumptions are inherently subjective and involve significant management judgment. In addition, the determination of whether an orderly transaction is for a same or similar investment requires management judgment including: the rights and obligations of the investments, the extent to which those differences would affect the fair values of those investments, and the impact of any differences based on the stage of operational development of the investee. All of Autodesk’s marketable securities and strategic investments are subject to a periodic impairment review. Strategic investments in equity securities are assessed based on available information such as current cash positions, earnings, earnings and cash flow forecasts, recent operational performance and any other readily available market data. For any available-for-sale debt securities, if Autodesk does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that Autodesk will be required to sell the available-for-sale debt security prior to recovery of its amortized cost basis, Autodesk will determine whether a decline in fair value below the amortized cost basis is due to credit-related factors. The credit loss is measured as the amount by which the debt security’s amortized cost basis exceeds the estimate of the present value of cash flows expected to be collected, up to the difference between the amortized cost basis and the fair value. Impairment will be assessed at the individual security level. Credit-related impairment is recognized as an allowance on the Consolidated Balance Sheets with a corresponding adjustment to “Interest and other expense, net” on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. Any impairment that is not credit-related is recognized in “Accumulated other comprehensive loss” on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Autodesk does not measure an allowance for credit losses on accrued interest receivables on available-for-sale debt securities separately. Autodesk writes off accrued interest receivables by reversing interest income in the period deemed uncollectible in “Interest and other expense, net” on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. Any accrued interest receivable on available-for-sale debt securities is recorded in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets, as applicable.
Derivative Financial Instruments	Derivative Financial Instruments Under its risk management strategy, Autodesk uses derivative instruments to manage its short-term exposures to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates that exist as part of ongoing business operations. Autodesk’s general practice is to hedge a portion of transaction exposures primarily denominated in Australian dollars, British pounds, Euros, Japanese yen, and Singapore dollars. These instruments generally have maturities between one and 12 months in the future. Autodesk uses foreign currency contracts not designated as hedging instruments and foreign currency contracts designated as cash flow hedges but Autodesk does not enter into derivative instrument transactions for trading or speculative purposes. The bank counterparties to the derivative contracts potentially expose Autodesk to credit-related losses in the event of their nonperformance. However, to mitigate that risk, Autodesk only contracts with counterparties who meet the Company’s minimum requirements under its counterparty risk assessment process. Autodesk monitors counterparty risk on at least a quarterly basis and will adjust its exposure to various counterparties as necessary. Autodesk generally enters into master netting arrangements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Autodesk does not have any master netting arrangements in place with collateral features. Autodesk accounts for these derivative instruments as either assets or liabilities on the balance sheet and carries them at fair value. Gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value are accounted for depending on the use of the derivative and whether it is designated and qualifies for hedge accounting. Derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting are adjusted to fair value through earnings.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions	Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions The assets and liabilities of Autodesk’s foreign subsidiaries are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at the rates in effect at the balance sheet date, and revenue and expense amounts are translated at exchange rates that approximate those rates in effect during the period in which the underlying transactions occur. Foreign currency translation adjustments are recorded in other comprehensive income (loss). Gains and losses realized from foreign currency transactions, those transactions denominated in currencies other than the foreign subsidiary’s functional currency, are included in “Interest and other income, net.” Monetary assets and liabilities are remeasured using foreign currency exchange rates at the end of the period, and non-monetary assets and liabilities are remeasured based on historical exchange rates.
Allowance for Credit Loss And Partner Incentive Program Reserves	Allowance for Credit Loss Allowances for uncollectible trade receivables and contract assets are subject to impairment using the expected credit loss model. Allowances for expected credit losses are measured based upon the lifetime expected credit loss which is based on historical experience, the number of days that billings are past due, reasonable economic forecast, including revised forecast data for the current economic environment, customer payment behavior, credit reports, and other customer-specific information. Partner Incentive Program Reserves As part of the indirect channel model, Autodesk has a partner incentive program that uses quarterly attainment of monetary rewards to motivate distributors and resellers to achieve mutually agreed upon business goals in a specified time period. The majority of these incentives are recorded as a reduction to accounts receivable and deferred revenue in the period the transaction is billed. The portion recorded as deferred revenue is subsequently recognized as a reduction to subscription revenue over the contract period. The remainder reduces subscription or other revenue in the current period. These incentive balances do not require significant assumptions or judgments. Depending on how the payments are made, the reserves associated with the partner incentive program are recognized on the balance sheet as either a reduction to accounts receivable or recorded as accounts payable.
Concentration of Credit Risk	Concentration of Credit Risk Autodesk places its cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities in highly liquid instruments with, and in the custody of, multiple diversified financial institutions globally with high credit ratings and limits the amounts invested with any one institution, type of security, and issuer. Autodesk’s primary commercial banking relationship is with Citigroup Inc. and its global affiliates. Citibank, N.A., an affiliate of Citigroup, is one of the lead lenders and an agent in the syndicate of Autodesk’s $1.5 billion revolving credit facility. Autodesk’s accounts receivable are derived from sales to a large number of resellers, distributors, and direct customers in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (“EMEA”), and Asia Pacific (“APAC”) geographies. Autodesk performs ongoing evaluations of these partners’ and customers’ financial condition and limits the amount of credit extended when deemed necessary, but generally does not require collateral from such parties.
Software Development Costs	Software Development Costs Software development costs for external use incurred prior to the establishment of technological feasibility are included in research and development expenses. Autodesk defines establishment of technological feasibility as the completion of a working model. Software development costs incurred subsequent to the establishment of technological feasibility through the period of general market availability of the products are capitalized and generally amortized over a two-year period, if material.
Cloud Computing Arrangements	Cloud Computing Arrangements Autodesk enters into certain cloud-based software hosting arrangements that are accounted for as service contracts. Costs incurred for these arrangements are capitalized for application development activities, if material, and immediately expensed for preliminary project activities and post-implementation activities. Autodesk amortizes the capitalized development costs straight-line over the fixed, non-cancellable term of the associated hosting arrangement plus any reasonably certain renewal periods. The capitalized costs are included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” and “Long-term other assets” on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Capitalized costs were $380 million and $327 million at January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Accumulated amortization was $175 million and $136 million at January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Amortization expense was $43 million, $53 million, and $42 million in fiscal 2026, fiscal 2025, and fiscal 2024, respectively.
Leases	Leases Autodesk determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Operating lease right-of-use assets represent Autodesk’s right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and operating lease liabilities represent the Company’s obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The operating lease right-of-use assets also include any lease payments made and are reduced by any lease incentives. Autodesk uses its incremental borrowing rate, if the Company’s leases do not provide an implicit rate, adjusted for local country-specific borrowing rates as applicable, based on the information available at commencement date in determining the present value of lease payments. Options to extend or terminate the lease are considered in determining the lease term when it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. Lease expense for lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Autodesk has lease agreements with lease and non-lease components. Autodesk accounts for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component.
Business Combinations	Business Combinations Autodesk records the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business combination based on their estimated fair values on the acquisition date, with the exception of contract assets and contract liabilities (i.e., deferred revenue) which are recognized and measured on the acquisition date in accordance with Autodesk’s “Revenue Recognition” policy in Note 1 “Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies”. The fair values assigned to the identifiable intangible assets acquired are based on estimates and assumptions determined by management. Autodesk records the excess of consideration transferred over the aggregate fair values as goodwill. During the measurement period, which may be up to one year from the acquisition date, Autodesk may record adjustments to these assets acquired and liabilities assumed, with the corresponding offset to goodwill.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets At least annually or more frequently as circumstances dictate, Autodesk reviews its long-lived assets for impairment whenever impairment indicators exist. When such circumstances occur, Autodesk assesses the recoverability of these assets. Recoverability is measured by comparison of the carrying amounts of the assets to the future undiscounted cash flow the assets are expected to generate generally using Level 3 inputs. If the long-lived assets are impaired, the impairment to be recognized is equal to the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds its fair market value. See Note 9, “Leases” for further discussion on impairment charges of lease related right-of-assets. In addition to the recoverability assessments, Autodesk routinely reviews the remaining estimated useful lives of its long-lived assets. Any reduction in the useful life assumption will result in increased depreciation and amortization expense in the quarter when such determinations are made, as well as in subsequent quarters.
Goodwill	Goodwill Goodwill consists of the excess of the consideration transferred over the fair value of net assets acquired in business combinations. Autodesk tests goodwill for impairment annually in its fourth fiscal quarter or more often if circumstances indicate a potential impairment may exist, or if events have affected the composition of its reporting unit. Autodesk tests goodwill for impairment by performing a quantitative assessment of whether fair value of the reporting unit is greater than its carrying value. In situations in which an entity’s reporting unit is publicly traded, the fair value of the company may be approximated by its market capitalization, in performing the quantitative impairment test. Goodwill impairment exists when the estimated fair value of goodwill is less than its carrying value.
Advertising Expenses	Advertising Expenses Advertising costs are expensed as incurred.
Net Income Per Share	Net Income Per Share Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted average shares of common stock outstanding during the period and potentially dilutive common shares, including the effect of restricted stock units, performance share awards, and stock options using the treasury stock method.
Defined Benefit Pension Plans	Defined Benefit Pension Plans The funded status of Autodesk’s defined benefit pension plans is recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The funded status is measured as the difference between the fair value of plan assets and the projected benefit obligation for the fiscal years presented. The projected benefit obligation represents the actuarial present value of benefits expected to be paid upon retirement based on employee services already rendered and estimated future compensation levels. The fair value of plan assets represents the current market value of Autodesk’s cumulative company and participant contributions made to the various plans in effect. Net periodic benefit cost is recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and includes service cost, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, amortization of prior service costs, and gains or losses previously recognized as a component of other comprehensive income (loss). Certain events, such as changes in the employee base, plan amendments, and changes in actuarial assumptions may result in a change in the defined benefit obligation and the corresponding change to other comprehensive loss. The measurement of projected benefit obligations and net periodic benefit cost is based on estimates and assumptions that reflect the terms of the plans and use participant-specific information such as compensation, age and years of services, as well as certain assumptions, including estimates of discount rates, expected return of plan assets, rate of compensation increases, interest rates, and mortality rates.
Accounting Standards	Accounting Standards in Fiscal 2026 Accounting Standards Adopted In December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvement to Income Tax Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-09”), to enhance the transparency and decision usefulness of income tax disclosures. ASU 2023-09 requires disaggregated information about a reporting entity's effective tax rate reconciliation as well as information on income taxes paid. The standard is intended to benefit investors by providing more detailed income tax disclosures that would be useful in making capital allocation decisions and applies to all entities subject to income taxes. Autodesk provided the new disclosures required by ASU 2023-09 beginning with its annual financial statements for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2026. In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-07, “Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-07”), which are intended to improve reportable segment disclosure requirements. ASU 2023-07 expands public entities’ segment disclosures by requiring disclosure of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker and included within each reported measure of segment profit or loss, an amount and description of its composition for other segment items, and interim disclosures of a reportable segment’s profit or loss and assets. All disclosure requirements of ASU 2023-07 are required for entities with a single reportable segment. Autodesk adopted the annual disclosures of ASU 2023-07 for our fiscal year ended January 31, 2025 and adopted for interim periods beginning February 1, 2025. Recently issued accounting standards not yet adopted In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-06, “Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40)” (“ASU 2025-06”), which amends certain aspects of the accounting for and disclosure of software costs under Subtopic 350-40. ASU 2025-06 eliminates accounting consideration of software development “stages”. Cost capitalization will now begin solely when (1) management has authorized and committed to funding the software project, and (2) it is probable the project will be completed and the software used to perform its intended function (the probable-to-complete threshold). In evaluating the probable-to-complete recognition threshold, an entity is required to consider whether there is significant uncertainty associated with the development activities of the software. ASU 2025-06 specifies that the disclosures in Subtopic 360-10, Property, Plant, and Equipment—Overall, are required for all capitalized internal-use software costs, regardless of how those costs are presented in the financial statements. The amendments in ASU 2205-06 supersede the website development costs guidance and incorporate the recognition requirements for website-specific development costs from Subtopic 350-50 into Subtopic 350-40. ASU 2025-06 is effective for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2028, and interim periods within that fiscal year. Early adoption is permitted. Autodesk is currently evaluating the effect of adopting ASU 2025-06 on its consolidated financial statements. In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, “Income Statement-Reporting Comprehensive Income-Expense Disaggregation Disclosures” (“ASU 2024-03”), which requires disaggregated disclosures, in the notes to the financial statements, of certain categories of expenses that are included in expense line items on the face of the income statement. ASU 2024-03 also requires a qualitative description of the amounts remaining in relevant expense captions that are not separately disaggregated quantitatively, disclosure of the total amount of selling expenses, and in annual reporting periods, Autodesk’s definition of selling expenses. ASU 2024-03 is effective for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2027, and interim periods for Autodesk’s fiscal year beginning February 1, 2028. Early adoption is permitted. Autodesk is currently evaluating the effect of adopting ASU 2024-03 on its disclosures. There have been no other recent accounting pronouncements during the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, that may have a material impact on our financial position or results of operations.
Segments	Autodesk operates in one operating and reportable segment, the Company as a whole. The chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) assesses performance and decides how to allocate resources based on consolidated net income as reported on the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operating segments are defined as components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is evaluated regularly by the CODM in deciding how to allocate resources and assess performance. Autodesk reports segment information based on the “management” approach. The management approach designates the internal reporting used by management for making decisions, allocating resources, and assessing performance as the source of the Company’s reportable segments. The description of Autodesk’s products and offerings and accounting policies are described in Note 1, “Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies”. The measure of Autodesk’s segment assets is reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as total assets. Autodesk determined that the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, serves as the CODM.

Commitments and Contingencies - Schedule of Total Non-cancellable Purchase Commitments (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
2027	$ 303.0
2028	231.0
2029	69.0
2030	7.0
2031	3.0
2032-2034	5.0
Total	$ 618.0

Financial Instruments

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]

Financial Instruments

The following tables summarize the Company’s financial instruments by significant investment category as of January 31, 2026 and 2025.


			January 31, 2026
			Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds		$	1,107	$	—	$	—	$	1,107
	Commercial paper		163		—		—		163
	Certificates of deposit		54		—		—		54
	U.S. government securities		96		—		—		96


	Other (2)		1		—		—		1
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper	155		—		—		155
		Corporate debt securities	66		—		—		66
		U.S. government securities	67		—		—		67
		Asset backed securities	25		—		—		25
		Certificates of deposit	16		—		—		16

		Other (3)	19		—		—		19
	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities	156		1		—		157
		Asset backed securities	85		—		—		85
		U.S. government securities	83		—		—		83
		Agency mortgage-backed securities	23		—		—		23

		Other (4)	28		—		—		28
Mutual funds (5)			117		20		—		137
		Total	$	2,261	$	21	$	—	$	2,282

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(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency mortgage-backed securities and agency discount notes.

(4)Consists primarily of agency bonds and sovereign government bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. $14 million was classified as current and $123 million was classified as non-current. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.


			January 31, 2025
			Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds		$	618	$	—	$	—	$	618
	Commercial paper		85		—		—		85
	Certificates of deposit		38		—		—		38
	U.S. government securities		19		—		—		19


	Other (2)		4		—		—		4
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper	96		—		—		96
		Corporate debt securities	79		—				79
		U.S. government securities	74		—		—		74
		Asset backed securities	19		—		—		19


		Other (3)	19				—		19


	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities	96		1		—		97
		Asset backed securities	71		—		—		71
		Agency mortgage-backed securities	40		—		—		40
		U.S. government securities	52		—		(1)		51

		Other (4)	8		—		—		8
Mutual Funds (5)			106		12		—		118
		Total	$	1,424	$	13	$	(1)	$	1,436

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(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists primarily of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency discount bonds, agency mortgage-backed securities, mortgage-backed securities, and US treasury bonds.

(4)Consists primarily of agency collateralized mortgage obligations and supranational bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. $12 million was classified as current and $106 million was classified as non-current. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

The following table summarizes the fair values of investments classified as marketable debt securities by contractual maturity date as of January 31, 2026:


	Fair Value
Due within 1 year	$	314
Due in 1 year through 5 years	384
Due in 5 years through 10 years	20
Due after 10 years	6
Total	$	724

As of both January 31, 2026 and 2025, Autodesk had no material unrealized losses, individually and in the aggregate, for marketable debt securities that are in a continuous unrealized loss position for greater than 12 months. Total unrealized gains for securities with net gains in accumulated other comprehensive income were not material for fiscal 2026.

Autodesk monitors all marketable debt securities for potential credit losses by reviewing indicators such as, but not limited to, current credit rating, change in credit rating, credit outlook, and default risk. There were no allowances for credit

losses as of both January 31, 2026 and 2025. There were no write offs of accrued interest receivables for both fiscal 2026 and 2025.

There were no material realized gain or loss for the sales or redemptions of debt securities during fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024. Realized gains and losses from the sale or redemption of marketable securities are recorded in “Interest and other income, net” on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Strategic investments in equity securities

As of January 31, 2026 and 2025, Autodesk had $346 million and $168 million, respectively, in direct investments in privately held companies. These strategic investments in equity securities do not have readily determined fair values and Autodesk uses the measurement alternative to account for the adjustment to these investments in a given quarter. If Autodesk determines that an impairment has occurred, Autodesk writes down the investment to its fair value. These strategic investments in equity securities are generally subject to a security-specific restriction which limits the sale or transfer of the respective equity security during the holding period.

Adjustments to the carrying value of our strategic investments in equity securities with no readily determined fair values measured using the measurement alternative are included in Interest and Other Income (Expense), net on the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations. These adjustments were as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended						Cumulative Amount as of
	2026		2025		2024		January 31, 2026
Upward adjustments	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	29
Negative adjustments, including impairments	(18)		(8)		(28)		(140)
Net adjustments	$	(18)	$	(8)	$	(28)	$	(111)

Autodesk does not consider the remaining investments to be impaired as of January 31, 2026.

Fair Value

Autodesk applies fair value accounting for certain financial assets and liabilities, which consist of cash equivalents, marketable securities, and other financial instruments, on a recurring basis. The Company defines fair value as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.

The following tables summarize the Company's financial instruments measured at fair value on a recurring basis by significant investment category as of January 31, 2026 and 2025:


			January 31, 2026
				Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds			$	1,107	$	—	$	—	$	1,107
	Commercial paper			—		163		—		163
	Certificates of deposit			—		54		—		54
	U.S. government securities			—		96		—		96


	Other (2)			—		1		—		1
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper		—		155		—		155
		Corporate debt securities		—		66		—		66
		U.S. government securities		—		67		—		67
		Asset backed securities		—		25		—		25
		Certificates of deposit		—		16		—		16

		Other (3)		—		19		—		19
	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities		—		157		—		157
		Asset backed securities		—		85		—		85
		U.S. government securities		—		83		—		83
		Agency bonds		—		23		—		23

		Other (4)		—		28		—		28
Long-term other assets:
		Mutual funds (5)		137		—		—		137
Derivative assets:
		Derivative contract assets (6)		—		26		—		26
Derivative liabilities:
		Derivative contract liabilities (7)		—		(28)		—		(28)
Total				$	1,244	$	1,036	$	—	$	2,280

____________________

(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency mortgage-backed securities and agency discount notes.

(4)Consists primarily of agency bonds and sovereign government bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(6)Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” or “Long-term other assets” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(7)Included in “Other accrued liabilities” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.


			January 31, 2025
				Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds			$	618	$	—	$	—	$	618
	Commercial paper			—		85		—		85
	Certificates of deposit			—		38		—		38
	U.S. government securities			—		19		—		19


	Other (2)			—		4		—		4
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Corporate debt securities		—		79		—		79
		Commercial paper		—		96		—		96
		Asset backed securities		—		19		—		19

		U.S. government securities		—		74		—		74

		Other (3)		—		19		—		19


	Long-term
		Agency bonds		—		40		—		40
		Corporate debt securities		—		97		—		97
		U.S. government securities		—		51		—		51
		Asset backed securities		—		71		—		71

		Other (4)		—		8		—		8
Long-term other assets:
		Mutual Funds (5)		118		—		—		118
Derivative assets
		Derivative contract assets (6)		—		28		—		28
Derivative liabilities
		Derivative contract liabilities (7)		—		(22)		—		(22)
Total				$	736	$	706	$	—	$	1,442

____________________

(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists primarily of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency discount bonds, agency mortgage-backed securities, mortgage-backed securities, and US treasury bonds.

(4)Consists primarily of agency collateralized mortgage obligations and supranational bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(6)Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” or “Long-term other assets” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(7)Included in “Other accrued liabilities” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Equity Compensation - Schedule of Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	$ 788	$ 686	$ 703
Marketing and sales
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	284	244	258
Research and development
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	339	304	308
General and administrative
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	107	88	86
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue \| Cost of revenue
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	42	37	37
Cost of other revenue \| Cost of revenue
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	$ 16	$ 13	$ 14

- Definition

Line items represent financial concepts included in a table. These concepts are used to disclose reportable information associated with domain members defined in one or many axes to the table.

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+ Details

Balance Sheet Components - Schedule of Computer Equipment, Software, Furniture, and Leasehold Improvements, Net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, gross	$ 604	$ 578
Less: Accumulated depreciation	(483)	(461)
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, net	121	117
Computer hardware, at cost
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, gross	90	103
Computer software, at cost
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, gross	61	42
Furniture and equipment, at cost
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, gross	104	100
Leasehold improvements, land and buildings, at cost
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, gross	$ 349	$ 333

Borrowing Arrangements - Schedule of Outstanding Borrowings (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	1 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2025	Jan. 31, 2026
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Total principal outstanding		$ 2,500
Senior Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Total principal outstanding, principal outstanding		2,500
Less unamortized debt discount and issuance costs		17
Total principal outstanding		$ 2,483
Senior Notes \| 5.30% Senior Notes due June 15, 2035
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated interest rate		5.30%
Total principal outstanding, principal outstanding		$ 500
Total principal outstanding, fair value		$ 514
Senior Notes \| 2.40% Senior Notes due December 15, 2031
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated interest rate		2.40%
Total principal outstanding, principal outstanding		$ 1,000
Total principal outstanding, fair value		$ 889
Senior Notes \| 2.85% Senior Notes due January 15, 2030
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated interest rate		2.85%
Total principal outstanding, principal outstanding		$ 500
Total principal outstanding, fair value		$ 473
Senior Notes \| 3.50% Senior Notes due June 15, 2027
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated interest rate		3.50%
Total principal outstanding, principal outstanding		$ 500
Total principal outstanding, fair value		$ 496
Senior Notes \| 4.375% Senior Notes Due 2025
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated interest rate	4.375%
Repayments of debt	$ 300

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Concentration of Credit Risk (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024	Nov. 30, 2022
TD Synnex \| Sales Revenue, Net \| Customer Concentration Risk
Fair Value, Concentration of Risk, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	14.00%	33.00%	39.00%
Revolving credit facility \| The Credit Agreement
Fair Value, Concentration of Risk, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Maximum borrowing capacity				$ 1,500,000,000

- Definition

For an entity that discloses a concentration risk in relation to quantitative amount, which serves as the "benchmark" (or denominator) in the equation, this concept represents the concentration percentage derived from the division.

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Equity Compensation - Schedule of ESPP Activity (Details) - ESPP - Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Issued shares (in shares)	623	732	791
Average price of issued shares (in dollars per share)	$ 219.42	$ 165.89	$ 163.91
Weighted average grant date fair value of awards granted under the ESPP (in dollars per share)	$ 85.48	$ 78.93	$ 68.70

- Definition

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Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Cloud Computing Arrangements (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Amortization	$ 43	$ 53	$ 42
Cloud-based Software Hosting Arrangements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capitalized software development costs	380	327
Accumulated amortization	$ 175	$ 136

Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Advertising Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Advertising Expense	$ 69	$ 54	$ 64

Audit Information	12 Months Ended
Audit Information	Jan. 31, 2026
Audit Information [Abstract]
Auditor Name	Ernst & Young LLP
Auditor Firm ID	42
Auditor Location	San Francisco, California

Financial Instruments - Schedule of Financial Instruments by Significant Investment Category (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	$ 2,249	$ 1,599
Long-term
Total, amortized cost	2,261	1,424
Total, Gross unrealized gains	21	13
Total, Gross unrealized losses	0	(1)
Total, fair value	2,282	1,436
Rabbi Trust
Long-term
Deferred compensation liability, current	14	12
Deferred compensation liability, non-current	123	106
Commercial paper
Short-term
Amortized Cost	155	96
Fair Value	155	96
Corporate debt securities
Short-term
Amortized Cost	66	79
Fair Value	66	79
Long-term
Amortized Cost	156	96
Gross Unrealized Gains	1	1
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Fair Value	157	97
U.S. government securities
Short-term
Amortized Cost	67	74
Fair Value	67	74
Long-term
Amortized Cost	83	52
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	(1)
Fair Value	83	51
Asset backed securities
Short-term
Amortized Cost	25	19
Fair Value	25	19
Long-term
Amortized Cost	85	71
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Fair Value	85	71
Certificates of deposit
Short-term
Amortized Cost	16
Fair Value	16
Other
Short-term
Amortized Cost	19	19
Fair Value	19	19
Long-term
Amortized Cost	28	8
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Fair Value	28	8
Agency mortgage-backed securities
Long-term
Amortized Cost	23	40
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Fair Value	23	40
Mutual funds
Long-term
Other investments	117	106
Other investments, gross unrealized gains	20	12
Other investments, gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other investments, fair value	137	118
Money market funds
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	1,107	618
Fair Value	1,107	618
Commercial paper
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	163	85
Fair Value	163	85
Certificates of deposit
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	54	38
Fair Value	54	38
U.S. government securities
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	96	19
Fair Value	96	19
Other
Cash equivalents
Amortized Cost	1	4
Fair Value	$ 1	$ 4

Income Taxes - Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Federal:
Current	$ (65)	$ 138	$ 86
Deferred	257	(87)	(97)
Total federal	192	51	(11)
State:
Current	(1)	19	21
Deferred	14	(5)	3
Total state	13	14	24
Foreign:
Current	244	229	206
Deferred	30	(22)	11
Total foreign	274	207	217
Income tax provision	$ 479	$ 272	$ 230

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$ 1,124	$ 1,112	$ 906
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Net change in cumulative foreign currency translation gain (loss) (net of tax effect of $(1), $(1), and $4)	94	(51)	(5)
Total other comprehensive gain (loss)	53	(51)	(49)
Total comprehensive income	$ 1,177	$ 1,061	$ 857

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Acquisitions	Jan. 31, 2026
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, Transaction between Entities under Common Control, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]
Acquisitions	Acquisitions The results of operations for the following acquisitions are included in the accompanying Consolidated Statements of Operations since their respective acquisition dates. Pro forma results of operations have not been presented because the effects of these acquisitions were not material to Autodesk’s Consolidated Financial Statements. Fiscal 2026 Acquisitions During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk did not complete any business combinations. Fiscal 2025 Acquisitions On May 20, 2024, Autodesk acquired 100% of Aether Media, Inc. (“Aether”), a provider of a cloud-based artificial intelligence pipeline for creating computer-generated 3D characters into live-action scenes, for total consideration of $131 million in cash. Of the total consideration transferred, $122 million was considered purchase consideration. On March 15, 2024, Autodesk acquired 100% of the PIX business of X2X, LLC (“PIX”), a production management solution for secure review and content collaboration in the media and entertainment industry for total consideration of $266 million in cash. On February 20, 2024, Autodesk acquired 100% of the outstanding stock of Payapps Limited (“Payapps”), a leading cloud-based software platform for managing construction-related payments, for total consideration of $387 million in cash. Of the total consideration transferred, $381 million was considered purchase consideration. The results of operations for fiscal 2025 acquisitions were included in the accompanying Consolidated Statement of Operations from the dates of the respective acquisitions. Goodwill of $164 million and $185 million is expected to be deductible for U.S. income tax purposes for Payapps and PIX, respectively. No goodwill is deductible for U.S. income tax purposes for Aether. Fiscal 2024 Acquisitions During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024, Autodesk completed three business combinations. The acquisition-date fair value of the consideration transferred totaled $85 million in cash. Of the total consideration transferred, $71 million was considered purchase consideration. The results of operations for fiscal 2024 acquisitions were included in the accompanying Consolidated Statement of Operations from the dates of the respective acquisitions. Goodwill of $34 million is deductible for U.S. income tax purposes.

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Segments - Schedule of Other Segments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Interest income	$ 83	$ 85	$ 91
Interest expense	80	71	71
Depreciation, amortization, and accretion expense	195	180	139
Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer	$ 536	$ 212	$ 140

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Income Taxes - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024	Jan. 31, 2023
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Gross unrecognized tax benefits	$ 307	$ 312	$ 261	$ 238
Unrecognized tax benefits that would reduce valuation allowance if recognized	50
Amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that would impact the effective tax rate	257
Unrecognized tax benefits decrease due to statute lapses	39	0	2
Unrecognized tax benefits, penalties and interest accrued	20	15	7
Income tax expense from penalties and interest	4	$ 9	$ 2
Next Twelve Months
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Unrecognized tax benefits decrease due to statute lapses	162
Domestic Country
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	1,330
State and Local Jurisdiction
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	812
Foreign Tax Jurisdiction
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	22
Tax credit carryforward	52
Norway \| Foreign Tax Jurisdiction
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	13
NEW ZEALAND \| Foreign Tax Jurisdiction
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	7
California \| State and Local Jurisdiction \| Research Tax Credit Carryforward
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforward	143
MASSACHUSETTS \| State and Local Jurisdiction \| Research Tax Credit Carryforward
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforward	18
Canada \| Foreign Tax Jurisdiction \| Research Tax Credit Carryforward
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforward	$ 38

Balance Sheet Components - Schedule of Intangible Assets and Related Accumulated Amortization (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 2,069	$ 2,018
Accumulated Amortization	(1,602)	(1,444)
Net	467	574
Customer relationships
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	749	735
Accumulated Amortization	(534)	(480)
Net	215	255
Developed technologies
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	1,189	1,154
Accumulated Amortization	(947)	(849)
Net	242	305
Trade names and patents
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	122	122
Accumulated Amortization	(118)	(115)
Net	4	7
Other
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	9	7
Accumulated Amortization	(3)	0
Net	$ 6	$ 7

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Equity Compensation

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]

Equity Compensation

Stock Plans

The 2022 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2022 Plan”) was approved by Autodesk’s stockholders and became effective on June 16, 2022 and amended and restated on June 18, 2025. The 2022 Plan replaced the 2012 Employee Stock Plan, as amended, and the 2012 Outside Directors’ Stock Plan, as amended (collectively, the “Prior Plans”), and no further equity awards may be granted under the Prior Plans. The 2022 Plan reserves up to 44 million shares. The 2022 Plan permits the grant of stock options, restricted stock units, and restricted stock awards to employees and non-employee members of the Board of Directors. Each restricted stock unit or restricted stock award granted will be counted against the shares authorized for issuance under the 2022 Plan as 2.08 shares. If a granted option, restricted stock unit, or restricted stock award expires or becomes unexercisable for any reason, the unpurchased or forfeited shares that were granted may be returned to the 2022 Plan and may become available for future grant under the 2022 Plan. As of January 31, 2026, 22 million shares subject to restricted stock units and restricted stock awards have been granted under the 2022 Plan. Restricted stock units that were granted under the 2022 Plan vest over one to four years from the date of grant. The 2022 Plan will expire on March 17, 2032. At January 31, 2026, approximately 24 million shares were available for future issuance under the 2022 Plan.

The following sections summarize activity under Autodesk’s stock plans.

Restricted Stock Units:

A summary of restricted stock activity for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, was as follows:


	Unreleased Restricted Stock Units (in thousands)	Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Unvested restricted stock at January 31, 2025	5,188	$	229.09
Granted	2,860	265.58
Vested	(3,048)	225.56
Canceled/Forfeited	(529)	236.92
Performance Adjustment (1)	6	275.23
Unvested restricted stock at January 31, 2026	4,477	$	255.39

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For the restricted stock granted during fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, the weighted average grant date fair values were $265.58, $245.32, and $200.53, respectively. The fair value of the shares vested during fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024 were $871 million, $785 million, and $580 million, respectively.

During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk granted 3 million restricted stock units. Restricted stock units vest over periods ranging from one to four years from the date of grant. Restricted stock units are not considered outstanding stock at the time of grant, as the holders of these units are not entitled to any of the rights of a stockholder, including voting rights. The fair value of the restricted stock units is expensed ratably over the vesting period.

Autodesk recorded stock-based compensation expense related to restricted stock units of $596 million, $584 million, and $580 million during fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively. As of January 31, 2026, total compensation cost not yet recognized of $737 million related to unvested awards is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.80 years. At January 31, 2026, the number of restricted stock units granted but unvested was 4 million.

During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk granted 332 thousand performance stock units for which the ultimate number of shares earned is determined based on the achievement of performance criteria at the end of the stated performance and service period. The performance criteria for the majority of the performance stock units are primarily based on revenue and non-GAAP operating income less stock-based compensation expense goals adopted by the Compensation and Human Resource Committee and total stockholder return compared against companies in the S&P North American Technology Software Index with a market capitalization over $2.0 billion (“Relative TSR”). The fair value of the performance stock units is expensed using the accelerated attribution method over the three-year vesting period and the performance stock units have the following vesting schedule:

•Up to one third of the performance stock units may vest following year one, depending upon the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2026 as well as one-year Relative TSR (covering year one) or vest following year three depending the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2026 as well as a 3-year Relative TSR (covering years one, two and three).

•Up to one third of the performance stock units may vest following year two, depending upon the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2027 as well as 2-year Relative TSR (covering years one and two) or vest following year three depending the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2027 as well as a 3-year Relative TSR (covering years one, two and three).

•Up to one third of the performance stock units may vest following year three, depending upon the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2028 as well as 3-year Relative TSR (covering years one, two and three) or vest following year three depending the achievement of the performance criteria for fiscal 2028 as well as a 3-year Relative TSR (covering years one, two and three).

The performance criteria for the performance stock units vested during fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, was based on revenue and free cash flow goals adopted by the Compensation and Human Resource Committee.

Performance stock units are not considered outstanding stock at the time of grant, as the holders of these units are not entitled to any of the rights of a stockholder, including voting rights. The fair value of the performance stock units is expensed using the accelerated attribution over the vesting period.

Autodesk recorded stock-based compensation expense related to performance stock units of $77 million, $57 million, and $42 million during fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively. As of January 31, 2026, total compensation cost not yet recognized of $24 million related to unvested performance stock units, is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.14 years. At January 31, 2026, the number of performance stock units granted but unvested was 567 thousand.

Stock-based Compensation Expense

The following table summarizes stock-based compensation expense for fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024, as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue	$	42	$	37	$	37
Cost of other revenue	16		13		14
Marketing and sales	284		244		258
Research and development	339		304		308
General and administrative	107		88		86
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock awards and Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") purchases	$	788	$	686	$	703

For the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, the Company recognized tax benefits on total stock-based compensation expense of $121 million, $118 million, and $117 million, respectively, in the income tax provision in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

For the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, the realized tax benefit related to awards vested or exercised during the period was $150 million, $148 million, and $112 million, respectively. The amounts do not include any indirect tax effects related to stock-based compensation.

During fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, Autodesk recorded $54 million in stock-based compensation expense reflecting a cumulative adjustment since fiscal 1999 related to the Company’s ESPP. The differences were not material to any periods presented.

Autodesk measures stock-based compensation cost at the grant date fair value of the award, and recognizes expense ratably over the requisite service period, which is generally the vesting period. Autodesk determines the grant date fair value of

its stock-based payment awards for grants of employee stock purchases related to the employee stock purchase plan using the Black-Scholes-Merton (“BSM”) option-pricing model. To determine the grant-date fair value of our stock-based payment awards for restricted stock units and performance stock units, we use the quoted stock price on the date of grant unless the awards are subject to market conditions, in which case we use the Monte Carlo simulation model. The Monte Carlo simulation model utilizes multiple input variables to estimate the probability that market conditions will be achieved. These variables include our expected stock price volatility over the expected term of the award, actual and projected employee stock option exercise behaviors, the risk-free interest rate for the expected term of the award, and expected dividends. The variables used in these models are reviewed when awards are granted and adjusted as needed. Stock-based compensation cost for restricted stock is measured on the closing fair market value of our common stock on the date of grant. Autodesk uses the following assumptions to estimate the fair value of stock-based awards:


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	January 31, 2026		January 31, 2025		January 31, 2024
	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP	Performance Stock Unit	ESPP
Range of expected volatilities	29.7 - 33.4%	28.3 - 29.6%	29.4 - 31.4%	28.7 - 34.5%	40.9 - 42.5%	29.4 - 42.4%
Range of expected lives (in years)	N/A	0.5 - 2.0	N/A	0.5 - 2.0	N/A	0.5 - 2.0
Expected dividends	—%	—%	—%	—%	—%	—%
Range of risk-free interest rates	3.8 - 4.1%	3.6 - 4.3%	5.2%	3.6 - 5.4%	4.3 - 4.7%	4.3 - 5.5%

Autodesk estimates expected volatility for stock-based awards based on the average of the following two measures: (1) a measure of historical volatility in the trading market for the Company’s common stock, and (2) the implied volatility of traded options to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock. The expected volatility for performance stock units subject to market conditions includes the expected volatility of companies within the S&P North American Technology Software Index with a market capitalization over $2.0 billion, depending on the award type.

The range of expected lives of ESPP awards are based upon the four six-month exercise periods within a 24-month offering period.

Autodesk did not pay cash dividends in fiscal 2026, 2025, or 2024 and does not anticipate paying any cash dividends in the foreseeable future. Consequently, an expected dividend yield of zero is used in the BSM option pricing model and the Monte Carlo simulation model. The risk-free interest rate used in the BSM option pricing model and the Monte Carlo simulation model for stock-based awards is the historical yield on U.S. Treasury securities with equivalent remaining lives. Autodesk recognizes expense only for the stock-based awards that ultimately vest. Autodesk accounts for forfeitures of stock-based awards as those forfeitures occur.

Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”)

Under Autodesk’s ESPP, which was approved by stockholders in 1998, as amended and restated, eligible employees may purchase shares of Autodesk’s common stock at their discretion using up to 15% of their eligible compensation, subject to certain limitations, at 85% of the lower of Autodesk's closing price (fair market value) on the offering date or the exercise date. The offering period for ESPP awards consists of four six-month exercise periods within a 24-month offering period.

At January 31, 2026, a total of 3 million shares were available for future issuance. Under the ESPP, the Company issues shares on the first trading day following March 31 and September 30 of each fiscal year. The ESPP does not have an expiration date.

A summary of the ESPP activity for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024 was as follows:


	Fiscal year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Issued shares (in thousands)	623		732		791
Average price of issued shares	$	219.42	$	165.89	$	163.91
Weighted average grant date fair value of awards granted under the ESPP	$	85.48	$	78.93	$	68.70

Autodesk recorded $115 million, $41 million, and $63 million of compensation expense associated with the ESPP in fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively.

Equity Compensation Plan Information


	(a)	(b)		(c)
Plan category	Number of securities to be issued upon exercise or vesting of outstanding options and awards (in millions)	Weighted-average exercise price of outstanding options		Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (excluding securities reflected in column (a)) (in millions) (1)
Equity compensation plans approved by security holders	4	$	22.19	27
Total	4	$	22.19	27

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(1)Included in this amount are 3 million securities available for future issuance under Autodesk’s ESPP.

Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions - Schedule of Restructuring and Other Exist Costs (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	$ 15
Restructuring Charges, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]	Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions
Additions	$ 197
Payments	(112)
Ending Balance	100
Employee termination costs \| January 2026 Plan
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	0
Additions	98
Payments	(1)
Ending Balance	97
Employee termination costs \| 2026 Plan
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	15
Additions	93
Payments	(107)
Ending Balance	1
Other exit costs \| January 2026 Plan
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	0
Additions	2
Payments	0
Ending Balance	2
Other exit costs \| 2026 Plan
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	0
Additions	4
Payments	(4)
Ending Balance	$ 0

- Definition

Amount of expenses associated with exit or disposal activities pursuant to an authorized plan. Excludes expenses related to a discontinued operation or an asset retirement obligation.

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Stock Repurchase Program	12 Months Ended
Stock Repurchase Program	Jan. 31, 2026
Equity [Abstract]
Stock Repurchase Program	Stock Repurchase Program Autodesk has stock repurchase programs that are used to offset dilution from the issuance of stock under the Company’s employee stock plans and for such other purposes as may be in the interests of Autodesk and its stockholders, which has the effect of returning excess cash generated from the Company’s business to stockholders. Autodesk repurchased and retired 5 million shares in fiscal 2026 at an average repurchase price of $290.38 per share, 3 million shares in fiscal 2025 at an average repurchase price of $278.86 per share, and 4 million shares in fiscal 2024 at an average repurchase price of $201.54 per share. At January 31, 2026, $2.48 billion and $5 billion remained available for repurchase under the November 2022 and November 2024 repurchase programs approved by the Board of Directors, respectively. The share repurchase programs do not have an expiration date and the pace and timing of repurchases will depend on factors such as cash generation from operations, available surplus, the volume of employee stock plan activity, remaining shares available in the authorized pool, cash requirements for acquisitions, cash requirements to retire outstanding debt, economic and market conditions, stock price, and legal and regulatory requirements.

- Definition

The entire disclosure for equity.

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Financial Instruments - Schedule of Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value, Annual Amount [Abstract]
Upward adjustments	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Negative adjustments, including impairments	(18)	(8)	(28)
Net adjustments	(18)	$ (8)	$ (28)
Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value, Impairment Loss, Cumulative Amount [Abstract]
Upward adjustments	29
Negative adjustments, including impairments	(140)
Net adjustments	$ (111)

Borrowing Arrangements (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Outstanding Borrowings

The outstanding borrowings as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


Instrument	Date of Issuance	Principal Outstanding		Fair value
5.30% Senior Notes due June 15, 2035 (1)	June 2025	$	500	$	514
2.40% Senior Notes due December 15, 2031	October 2021	1,000		889
2.85% Senior Notes due January 15, 2030	January 2020	500		473
3.50% Senior Notes due June 15, 2027	June 2017	500		496
Total principal outstanding		2,500
Less unamortized debt discount and issuance costs (2)		17
Total notes payable, net		$	2,483

_______________

(1)A portion of the proceeds of the senior notes was used for the repayment of $300 million of 4.375% notes due June 15, 2025, and the remainder is available for general corporate purposes.

(2)Both the debt discount and issuance costs are being amortized to interest expense over the term of the senior notes using the effective interest method.

Schedule of Future Minimum Payments For Borrowings

The expected future principal payments for all borrowings as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


Fiscal year ending
2027	$	—
2028	500
2029	—
2030	500
2031	—
Thereafter	1,500
Total principal outstanding	$	2,500

- Definition

Tabular disclosure of long-debt instruments or arrangements, including identification, terms, features, collateral requirements and other information necessary to a fair presentation. These are debt arrangements that originally required repayment more than twelve months after issuance or greater than the normal operating cycle of the entity, if longer.

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Financial Instruments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]

Schedule of Financial Instruments by Significant Investment Category

The following tables summarize the Company’s financial instruments by significant investment category as of January 31, 2026 and 2025.


			January 31, 2026
			Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds		$	1,107	$	—	$	—	$	1,107
	Commercial paper		163		—		—		163
	Certificates of deposit		54		—		—		54
	U.S. government securities		96		—		—		96


	Other (2)		1		—		—		1
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper	155		—		—		155
		Corporate debt securities	66		—		—		66
		U.S. government securities	67		—		—		67
		Asset backed securities	25		—		—		25
		Certificates of deposit	16		—		—		16

		Other (3)	19		—		—		19
	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities	156		1		—		157
		Asset backed securities	85		—		—		85
		U.S. government securities	83		—		—		83
		Agency mortgage-backed securities	23		—		—		23

		Other (4)	28		—		—		28
Mutual funds (5)			117		20		—		137
		Total	$	2,261	$	21	$	—	$	2,282

____________________

(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency mortgage-backed securities and agency discount notes.

(4)Consists primarily of agency bonds and sovereign government bonds.


			January 31, 2025
			Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds		$	618	$	—	$	—	$	618
	Commercial paper		85		—		—		85
	Certificates of deposit		38		—		—		38
	U.S. government securities		19		—		—		19


	Other (2)		4		—		—		4
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper	96		—		—		96
		Corporate debt securities	79		—				79
		U.S. government securities	74		—		—		74
		Asset backed securities	19		—		—		19


		Other (3)	19				—		19


	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities	96		1		—		97
		Asset backed securities	71		—		—		71
		Agency mortgage-backed securities	40		—		—		40
		U.S. government securities	52		—		(1)		51

		Other (4)	8		—		—		8
Mutual Funds (5)			106		12		—		118
		Total	$	1,424	$	13	$	(1)	$	1,436

____________________

(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists primarily of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency discount bonds, agency mortgage-backed securities, mortgage-backed securities, and US treasury bonds.

(4)Consists primarily of agency collateralized mortgage obligations and supranational bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. $12 million was classified as current and $106 million was classified as non-current. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Schedule of Investments Classified by Contractual Maturity Date

The following table summarizes the fair values of investments classified as marketable debt securities by contractual maturity date as of January 31, 2026:


	Fair Value
Due within 1 year	$	314
Due in 1 year through 5 years	384
Due in 5 years through 10 years	20
Due after 10 years	6
Total	$	724

Schedule of Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value


	Fiscal Year Ended						Cumulative Amount as of
	2026		2025		2024		January 31, 2026
Upward adjustments	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	29
Negative adjustments, including impairments	(18)		(8)		(28)		(140)
Net adjustments	$	(18)	$	(8)	$	(28)	$	(111)

Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis

The following tables summarize the Company's financial instruments measured at fair value on a recurring basis by significant investment category as of January 31, 2026 and 2025:


			January 31, 2026
				Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds			$	1,107	$	—	$	—	$	1,107
	Commercial paper			—		163		—		163
	Certificates of deposit			—		54		—		54
	U.S. government securities			—		96		—		96


	Other (2)			—		1		—		1
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Commercial paper		—		155		—		155
		Corporate debt securities		—		66		—		66
		U.S. government securities		—		67		—		67
		Asset backed securities		—		25		—		25
		Certificates of deposit		—		16		—		16

		Other (3)		—		19		—		19
	Long-term
		Corporate debt securities		—		157		—		157
		Asset backed securities		—		85		—		85
		U.S. government securities		—		83		—		83
		Agency bonds		—		23		—		23

		Other (4)		—		28		—		28
Long-term other assets:
		Mutual funds (5)		137		—		—		137
Derivative assets:
		Derivative contract assets (6)		—		26		—		26
Derivative liabilities:
		Derivative contract liabilities (7)		—		(28)		—		(28)
Total				$	1,244	$	1,036	$	—	$	2,280

____________________

(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency mortgage-backed securities and agency discount notes.

(4)Consists primarily of agency bonds and sovereign government bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(6)Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” or “Long-term other assets” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(7)Included in “Other accrued liabilities” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.


			January 31, 2025
				Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash equivalents (1):
	Money market funds			$	618	$	—	$	—	$	618
	Commercial paper			—		85		—		85
	Certificates of deposit			—		38		—		38
	U.S. government securities			—		19		—		19


	Other (2)			—		4		—		4
Marketable securities:
	Short-term
		Corporate debt securities		—		79		—		79
		Commercial paper		—		96		—		96
		Asset backed securities		—		19		—		19

		U.S. government securities		—		74		—		74

		Other (3)		—		19		—		19


	Long-term
		Agency bonds		—		40		—		40
		Corporate debt securities		—		97		—		97
		U.S. government securities		—		51		—		51
		Asset backed securities		—		71		—		71

		Other (4)		—		8		—		8
Long-term other assets:
		Mutual Funds (5)		118		—		—		118
Derivative assets
		Derivative contract assets (6)		—		28		—		28
Derivative liabilities
		Derivative contract liabilities (7)		—		(22)		—		(22)
Total				$	736	$	706	$	—	$	1,442

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(1)Included in “Cash and cash equivalents” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments are classified as debt securities.

(2)Consists primarily of corporate debt securities.

(3)Consists primarily of agency discount bonds, agency mortgage-backed securities, mortgage-backed securities, and US treasury bonds.

(4)Consists primarily of agency collateralized mortgage obligations and supranational bonds.

(5)Investments in debt and equity securities that are held in a rabbi trust under non-qualified deferred compensation plans with a corresponding deferred compensation liability. Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets”, “Long-term other assets”, “Accrued compensation”, and “Long-term other liabilities,” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(6)Included in “Prepaid expenses and other current assets” or “Long-term other assets” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

(7)Included in “Other accrued liabilities” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Income Taxes - Schedule of Unrecognized Tax Benefits Reconciliation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Roll Forward]
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the beginning of the fiscal year	$ 312	$ 261	$ 238
Increases for tax positions of prior years	20	31	23
Decreases for tax positions of prior years	(7)	0	(11)
Increases for tax positions related to the current year	21	29	13
Decreases relating to settlements with taxing authorities	0	(9)	0
Reductions as a result of lapse of the statute of limitations	(39)	0	(2)
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at the end of the fiscal year	$ 307	$ 312	$ 261

Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Securities in continuous unrealized loss position for greater than twelve months	$ 0	$ 0
Allowance for credit loss	0	0
Write offs of accrued interest receivables	0	0
Available-for-sale securities gross gains (losses)	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Derivative Gain Loss Statement Of Income Or Comprehensive Income Extensible Enumeration Not Disclosed Flag	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net	Interest and other income, net
Direct investments in privately held companies	$ 346,000,000	$ 168,000,000

Balance Sheet Components - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Excluding Share-based Payments and Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Amortization of purchased intangibles	$ 53,000,000	$ 49,000,000	$ 42,000,000
Depreciation	43,000,000	43,000,000	47,000,000
Impairment losses	0	0	0
Capitalized software development costs	0	0
Goodwill, impairment losses	$ 0	0	0
Software and Software Development Costs
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Excluding Share-based Payments and Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Useful life	3 years
Customer Relationships, Trade Names, Patents, and User List
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Excluding Share-based Payments and Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Amortization of purchased intangibles	$ 150,000,000	$ 134,000,000	$ 89,000,000
Minimum \| Customer Relationships, Trade Names, Patents, and User List
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Excluding Share-based Payments and Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	3 years
Maximum \| Customer Relationships, Trade Names, Patents, and User List
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Excluding Share-based Payments and Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	15 years

Revenue Recognition

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]

Revenue Recognition

Revenue Disaggregation

Autodesk recognizes revenue from the sale of (1) product subscriptions, cloud service offerings, and EBAs, (2) fees for maintenance purchased with software licenses, and (3) consulting and other products and services. The three categories are presented as line items on Autodesk’s Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Information regarding the components of Autodesk’s net revenue from contracts with customers by product family, geographic location, sales channel, and product type was as follows:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Net revenue by product family:
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations	$	3,583	$	2,937	$	2,580
AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT	1,787		1,572		1,462
Manufacturing	1,379		1,189		1,063
Media and Entertainment	332		315		295
Other	125		118		97
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by geographic area:
Americas
U.S.	$	2,566	$	2,228	$	1,978
Other Americas	612		488		460
Total Americas	3,178		2,716		2,438
Europe, Middle East and Africa	2,794		2,307		2,042
Asia Pacific	1,234		1,108		1,017
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by sales channel:
Indirect	$	2,646	$	3,568	$	3,444
Direct	4,560		2,563		2,053
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by product type:
Design	$	5,980	$	5,104	$	4,647
Make	796		654		523
Other	430		373		327
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Payments for subscriptions are typically due in annual installments or upfront. Autodesk does not have any material variable consideration, such as obligations for returns, refunds, warranties, or amounts due to customers for which significant estimation or judgment is required as of the reporting date.

Remaining performance obligations consist of total short-term, long-term, and unbilled deferred revenue. As of January 31, 2026, Autodesk had remaining performance obligations of $8.30 billion, which represents the total transaction price allocated to remaining performance obligations, which are generally recognized over the next three years. We expect to recognize $5.48 billion or 66% of our remaining performance obligations as revenue during the next 12 months. We expect to recognize the remaining $2.82 billion or 34% of our remaining performance obligations as revenue thereafter.

The amount of remaining performance obligations may be impacted by the specific timing, duration, and size of customer subscription and support agreements, the specific timing of customer renewals, and foreign currency fluctuations.

Contract Balances

We receive payments from customers based on a billing schedule as established in our contracts. Contract assets relate to performance completed in advance of scheduled billings. Contract assets were not material as of January 31, 2026 and 2025. Deferred revenue relates to billings in advance of performance under the contract. The primary changes in our contract assets and deferred revenues are due to our performance under the contracts and billings.

Revenue recognized during the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026 and 2025, that was included in the deferred revenue balances at January 31, 2025 and 2024, was $3.78 billion and $3.49 billion, respectively. The satisfaction of performance obligations typically lags behind billings under revenue contracts from customers.

- Definition

The entire disclosure of revenue from contract with customer to transfer good or service and to transfer nonfinancial asset. Includes, but is not limited to, disaggregation of revenue, credit loss recognized from contract with customer, judgment and change in judgment related to contract with customer, and asset recognized from cost incurred to obtain or fulfill contract with customer. Excludes insurance and lease contracts.

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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - $ / shares	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares)	2,000,000	2,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares)	0	0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	0	0
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	750,000,000	750,000,000
Common stock, shares, issued (in shares)	212,000,000	214,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	212,000,000	214,000,000

Derivative Instruments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Net gain expected to be recognized in next 24 months	$ (17)
Designated as hedging instrument
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	2,060	$ 1,520
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Foreign Exchange Contract
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 858	$ 1,140

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 2,249	$ 1,599
Marketable securities	348	287
Accounts receivable, net	1,439	1,008
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	906	588
Total current assets	4,942	3,482
Long-term marketable securities	376	267
Computer equipment, software, furniture, and leasehold improvements, net	121	117
Operating lease right-of-use assets	157	169
Intangible assets, net	467	574
Goodwill	4,295	4,242
Deferred income taxes, net	842	1,205
Long-term other assets	1,267	777
Total assets	12,467	10,833
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	422	242
Accrued compensation	659	506
Accrued income taxes	54	62
Deferred revenue	4,406	3,787
Operating lease liabilities	52	58
Current portion of long-term notes payable, net	0	300
Other accrued liabilities	215	196
Total current liabilities	5,808	5,151
Long-term deferred revenue	287	341
Long-term operating lease liabilities	199	214
Long-term income taxes payable	181	200
Long-term deferred income taxes	40	32
Long-term notes payable, net	2,483	1,987
Long-term other liabilities	424	287
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; shares authorized 2; none issued or outstanding at January 31, 2026 and 2025	0	0
Common stock and additional paid-in capital, $0.01 par value; shares authorized 750; 212 and 214000000 issued and outstanding at January 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.	4,709	4,239
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(232)	(285)
Accumulated deficit	(1,432)	(1,333)
Total stockholders’ equity	3,045	2,621
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 12,467	$ 10,833

Income Taxes - Schedule of Differences between the U.S. statutory rate and the aggregate income tax provision (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income tax provision(benefit) at U.S. Federal statutory rate	$ 337	$ 291	$ 239
State income tax benefit, net of the U.S. federal benefit	13	10	24
Foreign income taxed at rate different from the U.S. statutory rate		(34)	(12)
Valuation allowance adjustment	19	(15)	1
Tax effect of nondeductible stock-based compensation	65	25	38
Stock compensation windfall/shortfall		(28)	2
Research and development tax credit benefit	(30)	(18)	(17)
Closure of income tax audits and changes in uncertain tax positions		52	13
Tax effect of officer compensation in excess of $1M		9	8
Nondeductible expenses	13	5	2
Cross-board tax effect		(30)	(39)
Acquisition-related integration		1	(29)
Other		4	0
Income tax provision	$ 479	$ 272	$ 230

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Net revenue:
Total net revenue	$ 7,206	$ 6,131	$ 5,497
Cost of revenue:
Amortization of developed technologies	97	85	48
Total cost of revenue	650	578	511
Gross profit	6,556	5,553	4,986
Operating expenses:
Marketing and sales	2,373	2,000	1,823
Research and development	1,643	1,485	1,373
General and administrative	693	650	620
Amortization of purchased intangibles	53	49	42
Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions	216	15	0
Total operating expenses	4,978	4,199	3,858
Income from operations	1,578	1,354	1,128
Interest and other income, net	25	30	8
Total pretax income	1,603	1,384	1,136
Provision for income taxes	(479)	(272)	(230)
Net income	$ 1,124	$ 1,112	$ 906
Basic net income per share (in dollars per share)	$ 5.28	$ 5.17	$ 4.23
Diluted net income per share (in dollars per share)	$ 5.23	$ 5.12	$ 4.19
Weighted average shares used in computing basic net income per share (in shares)	213	215	214
Weighted average shares used in computing diluted net income per share (in shares)	215	217	216
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue
Net revenue:
Total net revenue	$ 6,776	$ 5,758	$ 5,170
Cost of revenue:
Cost of revenue	463	413	381
Subscription
Net revenue:
Total net revenue	6,743	5,717	5,116
Maintenance
Net revenue:
Total net revenue	33	41	54
Other
Net revenue:
Total net revenue	430	373	327
Cost of revenue:
Cost of revenue	$ 90	$ 80	$ 82

Insider Trading Arrangements	3 Months Ended
Insider Trading Arrangements	Jan. 31, 2026
Trading Arrangements, by Individual
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted	false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted	false
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated	false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated	false

Segments

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Segments

Autodesk operates in one operating and reportable segment, the Company as a whole. The chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) assesses performance and decides how to allocate resources based on consolidated net income as reported on the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operating segments are defined as components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is evaluated regularly by the CODM in deciding how to allocate resources and assess performance. Autodesk reports segment information based on the “management” approach. The management approach designates the internal reporting used by management for making decisions, allocating resources, and assessing performance as the source of the Company’s reportable segments. The description of Autodesk’s products and offerings and accounting policies are described in Note 1, “Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies”. The measure of Autodesk’s segment assets is reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as total assets. Autodesk determined that the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, serves as the CODM.

The CODM reviews financial information presented on a consolidated basis for purposes of allocating resources, evaluating financial performance, and making operating decisions of Autodesk. Consolidated net income is indicative of financial performance and is monitored by the CODM. The CODM considers budget to actual comparisons of total net revenue and consolidated net income on a regular basis when assessing the operating results and making resource decisions to improve profitability. The CODM also uses the budget to actual comparisons of total net revenue and consolidated net income to make decisions aligned with Autodesk’s strategic initiatives and go-to market strategies and capital allocation priorities.

The following table presents information about Autodesk’s reported segment total net revenue, segment profit, and significant segment expenses:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497
Less (1):
Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue (2)	420		376		344
Cost of other revenue (2)	74		67		68
Amortization of developed technologies	97		85		48
Marketing and sales (2)	1,666		1,670		1,548
Research and development (2)	1,304		1,181		1,065
General and administrative (2)	563		541		524
Amortization of purchased intangibles	53		49		42
Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions	216		15		—
New transaction model (3)	447		107		27
Stock-based compensation	788		686		703
Interest and other (income) expense, net	(25)		(30)		(8)
Provision for income taxes	479		272		230
Consolidated net income	$	1,124	$	1,112	$	906

____________________

(1)Significant expense categories and amounts align with the segment-level information that is regularly provided to the CODM.

(2)The amounts of new transaction model and stock-based compensation are excluded from this line and presented separately within this table.

(3)New transaction model costs include sales incentives to solution providers, transaction fees, and internal operating costs.

The following table presents information about Autodesk’s other segment disclosures:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Interest income	$	83	$	85	$	91
Interest expense	80		71		71
Depreciation, amortization, and accretion expense	195		180		139
Amortization of costs to obtain a contract with a customer	536		212		140

Other significant non-cash items include stock-based compensation. See disclosure in table above.

Information regarding Autodesk's long-lived assets by geographic area were as follows:


	January 31,
	2026		2025
Long-lived assets:
Americas
U.S.	$	152	$	170
Other Americas	15		13
Total Americas	167		183
Europe, Middle East, and Africa	56		64
Asia Pacific	55		39
Total long-lived assets	$	278	$	286

- Definition

The entire disclosure for reporting segments including data and tables. Reportable segments include those that meet any of the following quantitative thresholds a) it's reported revenue, including sales to external customers and intersegment sales or transfers is 10 percent or more of the combined revenue, internal and external, of all operating segments b) the absolute amount of its reported profit or loss is 10 percent or more of the greater, in absolute amount of 1) the combined reported profit of all operating segments that did not report a loss or 2) the combined reported loss of all operating segments that did report a loss c) its assets are 10 percent or more of the combined assets of all operating segments.

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Leases

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Leases [Abstract]

Leases

Autodesk has operating leases for real estate and certain equipment. Leases have remaining lease terms of less than 1 year to 64 years, some of which include options to extend the lease with renewal terms ranging from 1 year to 5 years and some of which include options to terminate the leases within less than 1 year to 4 years. Options to extend or terminate the lease are considered in determining the lease term when it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. Payments under our lease arrangements are primarily fixed, however, certain lease agreements contain variable payments, which are expensed as incurred and not included in the operating lease assets and liabilities. These amounts include payments affected by the Consumer Price Index, payments for common area maintenance that are subject to annual reconciliation, and payments for maintenance and utilities. The Company’s leases do not contain residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants. Short-term leases are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Operations on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Short-term lease expense was not material for the periods presented. Changes in operating lease right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities are presented net in the “accounts payable and other liabilities” line in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows with the exception of “Lease-related asset impairments” which is presented in “Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities”.

During the fiscal years ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, Autodesk recorded total operating lease right-of-use

assets impairment charges of $12 million, nil and $9 million, respectively. Autodesk assessed the asset groupings for disaggregation based on the proposed changes in use of the facilities. For asset groups where impairment was triggered, Autodesk utilized an income approach to value the asset groups by developing discounted cash flow models. The significant assumptions used in the discounted cash flow models for each of the asset groups included projected sublease income over the remaining lease terms, expected downtime prior to the commencement of future subleases, expected lease incentives offered to future tenants, and discount rates that reflected the level of risk associated with these future cash flows. These significant assumptions are considered Level 1 and Level 2 inputs in accordance with the fair value hierarchy described in Note 1, “Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.” The operating lease right-of-use assets and other lease-related assets charges are included in “Restructuring, other exit costs, and facility reductions” in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The components of lease cost were as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2026
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	6	$	2	$	20	$	21	$	9	$	58
Variable lease cost	1		—		3		4		2		10


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2025
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	6	$	2	$	25	$	22	$	11	$	66
Variable lease cost	1		—		5		5		2		13


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2024
	Cost of subscription and maintenance revenue		Cost of other revenue		Marketing and sales		Research and development		General and administrative		Total
Operating lease cost	$	7	$	2	$	28	$	23	$	11	$	71
Variable lease cost	1		1		6		5		3		16

Supplemental operating cash flow information related to leases was as follows:


	Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2026		Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2025		Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2024

Cash paid for operating leases included in operating cash flows (1)	$	89	$	93	$	112
Non-cash operating lease liabilities arising from obtaining operating right-of-use assets	45		3		48

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The weighted average remaining lease term for operating leases is 5.3 years and 5.8 years at January 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The weighted average discount rate was 3.42% and 2.90% at January 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively,

Maturities of operating lease liabilities were as follows:


Fiscal year ending
2027	$	60
2028	61
2029	56
2030	37
2031	30
Thereafter	31
	275
Less imputed interest	24
Present value of operating lease liabilities	$	251

Operating lease amounts in the table above do not include sublease income payments of $55 million. Autodesk expects to receive sublease income payments of approximately $45 million for fiscal 2027 through fiscal 2031 and $10 million thereafter.

As of January 31, 2026, Autodesk had no material operating lease minimum lease payments for executed leases that have not yet commenced.

Retirement Benefit Plans

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Retirement Benefits [Abstract]

Retirement Benefit Plans

Pretax Savings Plan

Autodesk has a 401(k) plan that covers nearly all U.S. employees. Eligible employees may contribute up to 75% of their pretax salary, subject to limitations mandated by the Internal Revenue Service. Autodesk makes voluntary cash contributions and matches a portion of employee contributions in cash. Autodesk’s contributions were $26 million in fiscal 2026, $27 million in fiscal 2025, and $26 million in fiscal 2024. Autodesk does not allow participants to invest in Autodesk common stock through the 401(k) plan.

Defined Benefit Pension Plans

Autodesk provides certain defined benefit pension plans to employees located in countries outside of the United States, primarily the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Japan. The Company deposits funds for specific plans, consistent with the requirements of local law, with insurance companies or third-party trustees, or into government-managed accounts, and accrues for the unfunded portion of the obligation, where material.

The projected benefit obligation was $85 million and $78 million as of January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. The accumulated benefit obligation was $75 million and $70 million as of January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. The related fair value of plan assets was $84 million and $74 million as of January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Our defined pension plan assets are measured at fair value and consist primarily of insurance contracts categorized as level 2 in the fair value hierarchy and an investment fund valued using net asset value. The insurance contracts represent the immediate cash surrender value of assets managed by qualified insurance companies. The assets held in the investment fund are invested in a diversified growth fund actively managed by a third party.

Autodesk recognized an aggregate pension liability for the funded status of $10 million and $9 million in “Long-term other liabilities” on the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of January 31, 2026, and January 31, 2025, respectively. Our total net periodic pension plan cost was $3 million, $3 million and $2 million for fiscal years 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively.

Our expected funding for the plans during fiscal 2027 is approximately $5 million.

Estimated Future Benefit Payments

Estimated benefit payments over the next 10 fiscal years are as follows:


	Pension Benefits
2027	$	5
2028	4
2029	5
2030	5
2031	5
2032-2036	25
Total	$	49

Defined Contribution Plans

Autodesk also provides defined contribution plans in certain foreign countries where required by statute. Autodesk’s funding policy for foreign defined contribution plans is consistent with the local requirements in each country. Autodesk’s contributions to these plans were $50 million in fiscal 2026, $47 million in fiscal 2025, and $43 million in fiscal 2024.

Cash Balance Plans

Autodesk provides a cash balance plan that ensures the risks of disability, death, and longevity, in which the vested pension capital is reinvested and provides a 100% capital and interest guarantee. The weighted-average guaranteed interest crediting rate for cash balance plans was 1%, 1%, and 1% for mandatory retirement savings and 0.5%, 0.5%, and 0.3% for supplementary retirement savings for fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively.

Other Plans

In addition, Autodesk offers a non-qualified deferred compensation plan to certain key employees whereby they may defer a portion (or all) of their annual compensation until retirement or a different date specified by the employee in accordance with terms of the plan. See Note 7, “Balance Sheet Components,” for further discussion.

- Definition

The entire disclosure for retirement benefits.

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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Royalty expense recorded under cost of license and other revenue	$ 21	$ 23	$ 21

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net (loss) gain on derivative instruments, tax expense (benefit)	$ 5	$ 2	$ 6
Change in net unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, tax expense (benefit)	0	0	0
Change in defined benefit pension items, tax effect	0	0	1
Net change in cumulative foreign currency translation gain (loss), tax expense (benefit)	$ (1)	$ (1)	$ 4

Acquisitions (Details)				12 Months Ended
Acquisitions (Details)	May 20, 2024 USD ($)	Mar. 15, 2024 USD ($)	Feb. 20, 2024 USD ($)	Jan. 31, 2024 USD ($) businessCombination
Aether Media, Inc
Business Combination [Line Items]
Business acquisition, percentage of voting interests acquired	100.00%
Payments to acquire businesses	$ 131,000,000
Consideration transferred	122,000,000
Goodwill deductible for tax purposes	$ 0
PIX
Business Combination [Line Items]
Business acquisition, percentage of voting interests acquired		100.00%
Payments to acquire businesses		$ 266,000,000
Goodwill deductible for tax purposes		$ 185,000,000
Payapps Limited
Business Combination [Line Items]
Business acquisition, percentage of voting interests acquired			100.00%
Payments to acquire businesses			$ 387,000,000
Consideration transferred			381,000,000
Goodwill deductible for tax purposes			$ 164,000,000
Fiscal 2024 Acquisition
Business Combination [Line Items]
Payments to acquire businesses				$ 85,000,000
Consideration transferred				71,000,000
Goodwill deductible for tax purposes				$ 34,000,000
Number of businesses combinations \| businessCombination				3

Borrowing Arrangements - Narrative (Details)	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
Borrowing Arrangements - Narrative (Details)	May 31, 2025 USD ($) qtr	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Senior Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt redemption percentage of principle amount		101.00%
Revolving credit facility \| 2025 Credit Agreement
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum borrowing capacity	$ 1,500,000,000
Line of credit facility, increase limit	$ 2,000,000,000
Debt covenant, leverage ratio (no greater than)	3.50
Debt covenant, leverage ration following consummation of certain acquisitions (up to)	4.00
Debt covenant, leverage ration following consummation of certain acquisitions, number of consecutive quarters \| qtr	4
Line of credit facility, outstanding borrowings		$ 0
Revolving credit facility \| 2025 Credit Agreement \| Minimum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate	0.575%
Commitment fee percentage	0.05%
Revolving credit facility \| 2025 Credit Agreement \| Maximum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate	1.00%
Commitment fee percentage	0.125%

Revenue Recognition (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]

Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue

Information regarding the components of Autodesk’s net revenue from contracts with customers by product family, geographic location, sales channel, and product type was as follows:


	Fiscal Year ended January 31,
	2026		2025		2024
Net revenue by product family:
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations	$	3,583	$	2,937	$	2,580
AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT	1,787		1,572		1,462
Manufacturing	1,379		1,189		1,063
Media and Entertainment	332		315		295
Other	125		118		97
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by geographic area:
Americas
U.S.	$	2,566	$	2,228	$	1,978
Other Americas	612		488		460
Total Americas	3,178		2,716		2,438
Europe, Middle East and Africa	2,794		2,307		2,042
Asia Pacific	1,234		1,108		1,017
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by sales channel:
Indirect	$	2,646	$	3,568	$	3,444
Direct	4,560		2,563		2,053
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Net revenue by product type:
Design	$	5,980	$	5,104	$	4,647
Make	796		654		523
Other	430		373		327
Total net revenue	$	7,206	$	6,131	$	5,497

Income Taxes - Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Amount
U.S. federal statutory tax rate	$ 337	$ 291	$ 239
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax effect	13	10	24
Changes in valuation allowances	19	(15)	1
Other		4	0
Statutory tax rate difference		(34)	(12)
Net controlled foreign corporation tested income	164
Other effects on cross-border tax laws	(12)
Foreign tax credits	(73)
Research and development tax credits	(30)	(18)	(17)
Tax effect of non-deductible stock-based compensation	65	25	38
Other nontaxable or non-deductible items	13	5	2
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits	(30)
Stock compensation excess benefits	(29)
Income tax provision	$ 479	$ 272	$ 230
Percent
U.S. federal statutory tax rate	21.00%
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax effect	1.00%
Changes in valuation allowances	1.00%
Net controlled foreign corporation tested income	10.00%
Other effects on cross-border tax laws	(1.00%)
Foreign tax credits	(5.00%)
Research and development tax credits	(2.00%)
Tax effect of non-deductible stock-based compensation	4.00%
Other nontaxable or non-deductible items	1.00%
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits	(2.00%)
Stock compensation excess benefits	(2.00%)
Income tax provision	30.00%
Australia
Amount
Other	$ (3)
Percent
Other	0.00%
Brazil
Amount
Withholding taxes	$ 20
Percent
Withholding taxes	1.00%
Ireland
Amount
Other	$ 20
Statutory tax rate difference	$ (74)
Percent
Other	1.00%
Statutory tax rate difference	(5.00%)
Other foreign jurisdictions
Amount
Statutory tax rate difference	$ (8)
Percent
Statutory tax rate difference	0.00%
United States
Amount
Other	$ 33
Withholding taxes	$ 54
Percent
Other	2.00%
Withholding taxes	3.00%

Revenue Recognition - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Contract with customer, liability, revenue recognized	$ 3,780	$ 3,490
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2026-02-01 \| Period One
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Remaining performance obligation	$ 8,300
Performance obligation, expected timing of satisfaction	3 years
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2026-02-01 \| Period Two
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Remaining performance obligation	$ 5,480
Performance obligation, expected timing of satisfaction	12 months
Remaining performance obligation percentage	66.00%
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2027-02-01
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Remaining performance obligation	$ 2,820
Performance obligation, expected timing of satisfaction
Remaining performance obligation percentage	34.00%

Retirement Benefit Plans - Schedule of Estimated Payments (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026 USD ($)
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payment [Abstract]
2027	$ 5
2028	4
2029	5
2030	5
2031	5
2032-2036	25
Total	$ 49

Equity Compensation - Schedule of Equity Compensation Plan Information (Details) shares in Millions	Jan. 31, 2026 $ / shares shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of securities to be issued upon exercise or vesting of outstanding options and awards (in shares)	4
Weighted-average exercise price of outstanding options (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 22.19
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (in shares)	27
Equity compensation plans approved by security holders
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of securities to be issued upon exercise or vesting of outstanding options and awards (in shares)	4
Weighted-average exercise price of outstanding options (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 22.19
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (in shares)	27
Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (in shares)	3

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Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
2027	$ 0
2028	500
2029	0
2030	500
2031	0
Thereafter	1,500
Total principal outstanding	$ 2,500

- Definition

Amount, after deduction of unamortized premium (discount) and debt issuance cost, of long-term debt. Excludes lease obligation.

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	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Numerator:
Net income	$ 1,124	$ 1,112	$ 906
Denominator:
Weighted average shares for basic net income per share (in shares)	213	215	214
Effect of dilutive securities (in shares)	2	2	2
Weighted average shares for dilutive net income per share (in shares)	215	217	216
Basic net income per share (in dollars per share)	$ 5.28	$ 5.17	$ 4.23
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Interest and Other Income (Expense), net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2026	Jan. 31, 2025	Jan. 31, 2024
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
Interest and investment income, net	$ 20	$ 28	$ 26
Gain on foreign currency	7	6	10
Loss on strategic investments	(9)	(10)	(32)
Other income	7	6	4
Interest and other income, net	$ 25	$ 30	$ 8

Commitments and Contingencies

12 Months Ended

Jan. 31, 2026

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies

Purchase Commitments

In the normal course of business, Autodesk enters into various purchase commitments for goods or services. These purchase commitments primarily result from contracts entered into for the acquisition of cloud services, marketing, and commitments related to our investment agreements with limited liability partnership funds.

Total non-cancellable purchase commitments as of January 31, 2026, were as follows:


2027	$	303
2028	231
2029	69
2030	7
2031	3
2032-2034	5
Total	$	618

Autodesk has certain royalty commitments associated with the sale and licensing of certain products. Royalty expense is generally based on a fixed rate over a specified period, dollar amount per unit sold or a percentage of the underlying revenue. Royalty expense, which was recorded under cost of subscription and maintenance revenue and cost of other revenue on Autodesk’s Consolidated Statements of Operations, was $21 million in fiscal 2026, $23 million in fiscal 2025, and $21 million in fiscal 2024.

Guarantees and Indemnifications

In the normal course of business, Autodesk provides indemnifications of varying scopes, including limited product warranties and indemnification of customers against claims of intellectual property infringement made by third parties arising from the use of its products or services. Autodesk accrues for known indemnification issues if a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated. Historically, costs related to these indemnifications have not been significant, and because potential future costs are highly variable, Autodesk is unable to estimate the maximum potential impact of these indemnifications on its future results of operations.

In connection with the purchase, sale, or license of assets or businesses with third parties, Autodesk has entered into or assumed customary indemnification agreements related to the assets or businesses purchased, sold, or licensed. Historically, costs related to these indemnifications have not been significant, and because potential future costs are highly variable, Autodesk is unable to estimate the maximum potential impact of these indemnifications on its future results of operations.

As permitted under Delaware law, Autodesk has agreements whereby it indemnifies its officers and directors for certain events or occurrences while the officer or director is, or was, serving at Autodesk’s request in such capacity. The maximum potential amount of future payments Autodesk could be required to make under these indemnification agreements is unlimited; however, Autodesk has directors’ and officers’ liability insurance coverage that is intended to reduce its financial exposure and may enable Autodesk to recover a portion of any future amounts paid. Autodesk believes the estimated fair value of these indemnification agreements in excess of applicable insurance coverage is minimal.

Legal Proceedings

Autodesk is involved in a variety of claims, suits, inquiries, investigations, and proceedings in the normal course of business including claims of alleged infringement of intellectual property rights, commercial, employment, tax, prosecution of unauthorized use, business practices, and other matters. Autodesk routinely reviews the status of each significant matter and assesses its potential financial exposure. If the potential loss from any matter is considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated, Autodesk records a liability for the estimated loss. Because of inherent uncertainties related to these legal matters, Autodesk bases its loss accruals on the best information available at the time. As additional information becomes available, Autodesk reassesses its potential liability and may revise its estimates. In the Company’s opinion, resolution of pending matters is not expected to have a material adverse impact on its consolidated results of operations, cash flows, or its financial position. Given the unpredictable nature of legal proceedings, there is a reasonable possibility that an unfavorable resolution of one or more such proceedings could in the future materially affect the Company’s results of operations, cash flows, or financial position in a particular period, however, based on the information known by the Company as of the date of

this filing and the rules and regulations applicable to the preparation of the Company’s financial statements, any such amount is either immaterial or it is not possible to provide an estimated amount of any such potential loss.

In early March 2024, the Audit Committee of Autodesk’s Board of Directors commenced an internal investigation with the assistance of outside counsel and advisors regarding the Company’s free cash flow and non-GAAP operating margin practices (the “Internal Investigation”). On March 8, 2024, the Company voluntarily contacted the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) to inform it of the Internal Investigation. On April 3, 2024, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California (“USAO”) contacted the Company regarding the Internal Investigation. The Company cooperated with the SEC and USAO, including by providing certain documents and information. On August 19, 2025, the SEC notified the Company that it was closing its matter. On August 21, 2025, the USAO notified the Company that it was closing its matter as well.

On April 24, 2024, Michael Barkasi filed a purported federal securities class action complaint in the Northern District of California against the Company, our Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Anagnost, and our former Chief Financial Officer, Deborah L. Clifford. The complaint, which was filed shortly after the Company’s announcement of the Internal Investigation, generally alleged that the defendants made false and misleading statements in violation of Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder. On July 10, 2024, the Court appointed a lead plaintiff in the action, and an amended complaint was filed on September 16, 2024. The action purported to be brought on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired the Company’s securities between February 23, 2023 and April 16, 2024, and sought unspecified damages and other relief. On November 25, 2024, defendants filed a motion to dismiss the complaint. On July 18, 2025, the Court granted defendants’ motion to dismiss with leave to amend.

On August 8, 2025, plaintiffs filed an amended complaint, which purported to assert claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Exchange Act, and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder. Defendants’ motion to dismiss the amended complaint was filed on August 29, 2025. On January 26, 2026, the Court granted defendants’ motion to dismiss the amended compliant with prejudice. On February 12, 2026, the Court entered judgment. Plaintiffs have thirty days from entry of judgment to file a notice of appeal. At this stage, the Company cannot reasonably estimate the amount of any possible financial loss that could result from this matter.