Khushab returns cover farming in the Thal and Soon Valley, mill-related business, mining, tourism and salaries. This page explains what to include.
Farmers
Crops from family land, whether in the Thal, the river belt or the Soon Valley, are agricultural income.
Mill Suppliers
Freight and contract receipts from sugar mills, less fuel, wages and vehicle costs, with the mill's withholding claimed.
Mine Operators
Sales of salt, gypsum or coal against royalty, labour, explosives, timber and transport. Buyers' withholding is claimed.
Guest Houses and Restaurants
Room and food income less staff, food, utilities and maintenance, with buildings depreciated.
Gram Traders
Sales less purchase price, cleaning, bags and freight.
Employees
Salary and withholding from certificates.
Wealth Statement
Land, leases, buildings, vehicles and balances, with changes explained.
Sweet Shops
Dhoda and sweet makers show sales, including courier orders, against milk, sugar, ghee, dry fruit, packing, wages and rent.
Soon Valley Families
Families farming terraced land in the Soon Valley declare their crop as agricultural income; those renting rooms to visitors declare that rent.
Pensioners
Retired soldiers declare their pension as exempt and list their property.
Late Filing
Returns can be filed after the deadline, with the surcharge to rejoin the Active Taxpayers List.
Transporters
Truck owners carrying gram, salt and gypsum show freight against diesel, tyres, repairs and wages, and claim the advance tax paid with their token. A truck bought during the year is depreciated from the date of purchase.
Bank Profit
Profit on savings accounts has tax withheld by the bank; it is declared and the withholding claimed.
Also see tax consultant in Khushab and NTN registration in Khushab.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a mining lease shown in the wealth statement?
Yes, at cost.
Can mine operators claim buyers' withholding?
Yes, as credit.
Are guest house buildings depreciated?
Yes, as business assets.
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