ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recorded an increase in tax collections, with revenue generated through Federal Excise Duty (FED) and General Sales Tax (GST) reaching Rs329 billion during the fiscal year 2025–26.
According to official figures, collections from FED and GST increased significantly compared with the previous fiscal year, reflecting improved revenue performance.
The FBR collected Rs329 billion through Federal Excise Duty and General Sales Tax during FY2025–26, compared with Rs284 billion in FY2024–25.
The latest figures indicate a net increase of Rs45 billion in collections from the two major indirect taxes over the previous fiscal year.
Government sources, speaking to The News, confirmed the improvement in revenue collection.
According to the sources, the additional revenue generated through Federal Excise Duty and General Sales Tax is estimated at approximately Rs45 billion, based on the comparison between the two fiscal years.
The increase is considered a positive development for the country’s revenue authorities as the government seeks to strengthen tax collection, improve fiscal management, and meet budgetary targets.
In addition to the rise in indirect tax collections, reports indicate that the FBR’s overall tax collection has reached Rs357 billion, representing an increase of Rs42 billion compared with the corresponding period of the previous year.
Federal Excise Duty is imposed on selected goods and services, while the General Sales Tax remains one of Pakistan’s primary sources of indirect tax revenue, contributing significantly to the national exchequer.
The government has repeatedly emphasized expanding the tax base, improving compliance, and strengthening enforcement measures to enhance revenue generation without placing undue pressure on compliant taxpayers.
The improved collections come as Pakistan continues efforts to stabilize public finances, reduce the fiscal deficit, and increase domestic resource mobilization through reforms in tax administration.
Officials expect revenue collection to remain a key focus throughout the current fiscal year as the FBR works toward achieving its annual tax targets and supporting the government’s broader economic objectives.
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