The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has set an ambitious tax collection target of Rs15,264 billion for the fiscal year 2026–27, according to official budget documents.
The target includes a significant contribution from both direct and indirect taxes as the government aims to strengthen revenue generation and reduce fiscal pressures.
Direct Taxes Targeted at Rs7.61 Trillion
The FBR has set a target of Rs7,613 billion in direct taxes for the upcoming fiscal year.
Within this category:
- Income tax collections are projected at Rs7,480 billion
- Capital Value Tax is expected to generate Rs26.5 billion
- Workers Welfare Fund is estimated at Rs22.3 billion
- Workers Profit Participation Fund is projected at Rs83.6 billion
Indirect Taxes Targeted at Rs7.65 Trillion
Indirect tax collection is projected at Rs7,651 billion, reflecting a strong reliance on consumption-based taxation.
Breakdown includes:
- Customs duty: Rs1,651 billion
- Sales tax: Rs4,927 billion
- Federal Excise Duty: Rs1,073 billion
- Mobile handset levy: Rs41.6 billion
- ICT administration fee: Rs27.5 billion
- Airport fee: Rs72 million
Other Revenue Sources
Additional expected revenues include:
- Income from state-owned properties and institutions: Rs435.8 billion
- PTA surplus: Rs1.3 billion
- 4G/5G license fees: Rs27.7 billion
- Regulatory authorities’ surplus and penalties: Rs4.7 billion
Officials said the overall revenue framework reflects efforts to broaden the tax base and enhance compliance while meeting fiscal targets for the upcoming year.
