The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced that tax collection in July 2025 reached Rs754.4 billion. This amount surpassed the target of Rs748 billion by Rs6.4 billion, official sources said.
The FBR achieved 100.9% of its tax collection goal for the month. This reflects steady progress in revenue generation.
Sales tax was the largest contributor, bringing in Rs352 billion. Income tax receipts followed closely with Rs323 billion. Customs duties added Rs113 billion, while federal excise duty contributed Rs46 billion in July.
Despite strong collections, the FBR issued tax refunds worth Rs81 billion during the month. This affected the net revenue but is a normal part of the process.
The total gross revenue collection in July was Rs835 billion. This includes all government revenues beyond tax receipts.
The FBR has set an ambitious annual tax collection target of Rs14,131 billion for the current fiscal year. Officials are optimistic about meeting this target based on recent trends.
Experts say that improved compliance and better tax administration have helped boost collections. The government is focusing on expanding the tax base and reducing evasion.
Strong tax revenues are important for funding public services and development projects. The government aims to maintain this positive momentum in the coming months.
The FBR’s performance in July shows that Pakistan’s revenue system is gradually strengthening. Continued efforts will be needed to achieve long-term fiscal stability.
Overall, the July figures are a positive sign for the economy. They highlight the importance of a robust tax system to support growth and public welfare.
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