[VERIFY: Finance Act 2026, fbr.gov.pk] This update summarises a developing FBR/Finance matter. Confirm figures and effective dates against the official notification before acting.
The Finance Act 2026 has been enacted, fixing the tax framework for Tax Year 2026-27 (1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027). The headline items affect salaried slabs, business rates and the filer/non-filer withholding gap.
Headline Changes
- Salaried exemption threshold retained at Rs. 600,000. [VERIFY]
- Revised middle-income slabs for salaried individuals. [VERIFY]
- Wider filer vs non-filer withholding differential. [VERIFY]
For the full breakdown, see our Finance Act 2026 summary guide and estimate your liability with the income tax calculator.
Expert Take
The direction of travel is unchanged: reward documentation, penalise staying outside the net. If you have been a non-filer, the maths for joining the ATL just got more compelling. [VERIFY: Finance Act 2026]
— Aitsaam Ali, Senior Tax Consultant, Kamboh Associates