Kamboh Associates provides professional tax and FBR compliance services for engineers across Pakistan, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and IT engineers. Whether you are salaried, self-employed, or running a consultancy firm, your tax obligations require expert handling to remain compliant and avoid penalties.

Tax Obligations for Engineers in Pakistan

Engineers in Pakistan fall into two main categories for tax purposes: salaried employees and self-employed consultants. Salaried engineers in companies have WHT deducted by their employer, but must still file an annual return declaring all income. Self-employed engineers and consultancy firm owners must also register for NTN, file returns on their professional income, and submit a wealth statement.

Important for Project-Based Engineers: Engineers who work on multiple projects across different companies often have WHT deducted by each client. All of these must be reconciled in your annual return. Any excess WHT deducted is refundable through FBR IRIS.

Tax Categories for Engineers

  • Salaried Engineers - WHT deducted by employer; must file return to declare total income and claim refund if applicable
  • Consultancy Fee Income - Professional fees from projects are taxable at progressive slab rates
  • Engineering Firm Partners - AOP tax rules apply to engineering partnerships
  • Construction Contractors - Special withholding tax rules apply to contract payments
  • IT Engineers / Software - May qualify for IT export income tax exemption under FBR rules
Salaried Return
Rs 3,500
Same day filing
Consultancy Return
From Rs 5,000
1-2 days
Firm Return (AOP)
From Rs 8,000
2-3 days
Deadline
30 September
Each tax year

Our Services for Engineers

  • NTN Registration - For individuals and engineering firms
  • Salaried and Consultancy Tax Returns - Correct treatment of all income types
  • Wealth Statement Preparation - Annual asset declaration
  • WHT Reconciliation - Match all project WHT deductions to your IRIS records
  • FBR Notice Response - Fast professional handling

Pricing

ServicePriceTimeline
NTN RegistrationFrom Rs 1,50024-48 hours
Salaried ReturnFrom Rs 3,500Same day
Consultancy ReturnFrom Rs 5,0001-2 days
AOP / Firm ReturnFrom Rs 8,0002-3 days
Wealth StatementFrom Rs 5,0002-3 days

Tax Help for Engineers - Get Started

WhatsApp 0328-4675162 with your CNIC and income details. We file your return quickly and accurately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a salaried engineer need to file a tax return in Pakistan?
Yes. Even if your employer deducts WHT, you must file an annual return by 30 September to declare total income, submit a wealth statement, and maintain active ATL filer status.
Can engineers claim WHT refunds from multiple projects?
Yes. All WHT deducted by project clients appears in your FBR IRIS account. If excess tax was withheld beyond your actual liability, you can claim a refund through your annual return.
Do IT engineers qualify for income tax exemption?
IT software and services exported by registered freelancers and IT companies may qualify for income tax exemption or reduced rates under FBR IT export policy. Contact us to assess your eligibility.