What is Income Tax Return in Pakistan?
An income tax return is a mandatory annual filing submitted to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) declaring your total income and tax liability for the year. Every Pakistani citizen earning above the taxable threshold must file by September 30 each year.
Who Must File Income Tax Return in Pakistan 2026?
- Salaried individuals earning above PKR 600,000/year
- Business owners and self-employed professionals
- Freelancers receiving foreign remittances
- Property owners and landlords
- Anyone with a bank account, vehicle, or foreign travel history
Benefits of Filing Income Tax Return
- ✅ Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status — reduces withholding tax by 50%
- ✅ Avoid FBR penalty notices and fines
- ✅ Required for business loans, visa applications, and property purchase
- ✅ Legal protection against tax authorities
Documents Required for Filing
- CNIC number
- Salary slips or business income proof
- Bank statements
- Property documents (if applicable)
- Foreign remittance certificates (for freelancers)
How to File Income Tax Return on FBR IRIS
- Register on FBR IRIS portal at iris.fbr.gov.pk
- Get your NTN (National Tax Number)
- Login and select Income Tax Return form
- Fill income details, deductions and tax paid
- Submit and download acknowledgement slip
Income Tax Slabs Pakistan 2026
For Tax Year 2026 (July 2025 – June 2026), the following slabs apply for salaried individuals:
- Up to PKR 600,000 — 0% tax
- PKR 600,001 – 1,200,000 — 5%
- PKR 1,200,001 – 2,200,000 — 15%
- PKR 2,200,001 – 3,200,000 — 25%
- Above PKR 3,200,000 — 35%
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