Filing your income tax return online in Pakistan is done through FBR's IRIS portal at iris.fbr.gov.pk. The process takes 20–40 minutes for salaried individuals and longer for business owners. This step-by-step guide covers everything from login to submission for Tax Year 2026.
Who Must File Online via IRIS
- All registered NTN holders (individuals, AOPs, companies)
- Salaried employees with annual income above Rs. 600,000
- Business owners with any turnover
- Freelancers earning from foreign clients
- Property owners, investors, and landlords
- Anyone who wants to become or remain an active filer
Step-by-Step: File Income Tax Return on IRIS
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Go to IRIS Portal | Visit iris.fbr.gov.pk → click "Login" |
| 2 | Enter credentials | CNIC as username + your password. Forgot password? Use "Forgot Password" with CNIC + registered mobile |
| 3 | Open Declaration | Click "Declaration" in left menu → select the correct Tax Year (July 1 – June 30) |
| 4 | Select Return Form | 114(I) for individuals, 114(II) for AOPs, 114(III) for companies. Most individuals use 114(I) |
| 5 | Enter Income | Salary → employer name, gross salary, tax deducted. Business income → revenue and expenses. Other income → bank profit, rent, capital gains |
| 6 | Enter Withholding Credits | Add WHT from salary certificate, bank, NCCPL, property. These reduce your liability |
| 7 | Fill Wealth Statement | All assets (property, cash, vehicles, investments) and all liabilities as of June 30 |
| 8 | Review Tax Calculation | IRIS auto-calculates. If tax payable > 0, pay via online banking (IRIS generates a PSID/CPR) |
| 9 | Submit | Click "Submit" → you receive an acknowledgment receipt. Download and save it. |
Documents to Prepare Before Filing
| Income Type | Document Needed |
|---|---|
| Salary income | Annual salary certificate / Form 16 from employer |
| Bank profit | Annual profit/WHT certificate from all banks |
| Property sale | Sale deed, purchase deed, registration receipts |
| Share sales | NCCPL annual CGT statement |
| Foreign remittances | Bank credit slips or Wise/Payoneer statement |
| Wealth statement | Property ownership documents, vehicle registrations, loan statements |
Tax Return Deadline 2026
The standard deadline for individuals and AOPs is September 30, 2026. Missing this deadline results in a Rs. 1,000/month late filing penalty plus loss of active filer status. Companies have a different deadline (December 31). FBR sometimes extends deadlines — check iris.fbr.gov.pk for updates.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not entering bank profit (banks report this to FBR — mismatch triggers notice)
- Forgetting to claim WHT credits from salary certificate
- Not reconciling wealth statement with income (unexplained wealth = Section 111 notice)
- Selecting wrong form type (e.g., using business form for salaried return)
- Not declaring foreign income or foreign assets
Frequently Asked Questions
I don't have a password for IRIS. How do I get one?
If you have an NTN, use "Forgot Password" on IRIS with your CNIC and registered mobile number. If you don't have an NTN yet, you need to first register at iris.fbr.gov.pk → New Registration. You'll need CNIC, mobile number, and email.
Can someone file the return on my behalf?
Yes. A registered tax consultant (like Kamboh Associates) can file your return using their authorized representative credentials. You provide the documents and they handle the full IRIS submission, then share the acknowledgment with you.
What if I made a mistake after submission?
You can file a revised return within 5 years of the original submission. Log into IRIS, open the same Tax Year declaration, make corrections, and re-submit. The revised return replaces the original.
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