Islamabad, January 14, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is spearheading a comprehensive agenda of institutional reforms, digital transformation, and automation to modernize Pakistan’s tax administration and significantly enhance the country’s tax-to-GDP ratio.
Dr. Najeebullah, Chief of Reforms and Modernization at FBR, emphasized that these strategic initiatives are pivotal for establishing a fully documented economy, facilitating increased revenue collection, and ensuring long-term fiscal stability. He also leads the Transformation Delivery Unit, tasked with executing these transformative measures across the FBR.
The revenue authority is systematically replacing outdated manual processes with automated, cloud-enabled platforms, empowering real-time monitoring, advanced data analytics, and robust enforcement mechanisms. These reforms have already yielded tangible results. In December 2025, the FBR achieved a record Rs1,427 billion in revenue collection, meeting 99% of its target and lifting Pakistan’s tax-to-GDP ratio from 8.8% to 10.3% in FY2025.
Under the guidance of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the government is championing these reforms to broaden the tax base, reduce dependence on the salaried sector, and formalize more economic activity. Initiatives such as single-window operations and streamlined regulatory processes are being rolled out to simplify compliance and foster business growth.
Looking forward, the FBR targets an ambitious 18% tax-to-GDP ratio, leveraging enhanced enforcement, digital innovation, and institutional reforms. By integrating automated tax filings, modern governance frameworks, and technology-driven enforcement, the FBR aims to evolve into a highly efficient, future-ready institution, underpinning Pakistan’s economic sustainability and growth.