Islamabad: Pakistan’s FBR Tax Collection exceeded the official target during the fiscal year 2025-26, according to the latest government figures. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) recorded net tax revenues of Rs13.01 trillion, surpassing the annual target of Rs12.983 trillion, reflecting steady growth in tax collection despite economic challenges.
Official documents show that income tax remained the largest source of revenue, contributing Rs6.6519 trillion during the fiscal year. Meanwhile, sales tax collections reached Rs4.7317 trillion, highlighting the continued importance of indirect taxation in Pakistan’s overall revenue structure.
The report further revealed that Federal Excise Duty (FED) generated Rs840 billion, while customs duty collections stood at Rs1.3853 trillion. As a result, the FBR’s total gross tax collection reached Rs13.609 trillion, demonstrating strong revenue performance across multiple tax categories.
According to the official data, the FBR paid Rs598.6 billion in refunds and relief claims during the fiscal year. After these adjustments, the authority’s net tax collection totaled Rs13.0103 trillion, allowing it to exceed the government’s revenue target for the year.
For June 2026, income tax collection amounted to Rs1.0485 trillion, while sales tax generated Rs511.3 billion. During the same month, Federal Excise Duty contributed Rs95.2 billion, and customs duty added Rs165 billion to the national revenue.
The report stated that gross tax collections for June reached Rs1.8201 trillion. After refund and relief payments of approximately Rs43 billion, the net collection for the month stood at Rs1.777 trillion, marking one of the strongest monthly revenue performances of the fiscal year.
The latest FBR Tax Collection figures indicate improved revenue mobilization and stronger tax administration during FY2025-26. Surpassing the annual target is expected to support the government’s fiscal objectives while providing additional resources for public spending and economic development.
