Islamabad, September 30, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially extended the deadline for filing income tax return for tax year 2025 until October 15, 2025.
The announcement came through Circular No. 4 of 2025-26, offering relief to taxpayers who were initially required to complete their return filing by September 30.
The decision to grant an extension followed numerous appeals from trade bodies, professional associations, and taxpayers who cited difficulties in completing their return filing obligations on time. By moving the deadline forward by two weeks, the FBR aims to ensure wider compliance and ease the pressure on the tax system, especially given the large number of individuals and businesses rushing to complete their return submissions.
Interestingly, the tax authority had earlier maintained that no further extensions would be given, labeling media reports about a possible extension as baseless and misleading. However, after carefully reviewing stakeholder concerns, the FBR opted for this adjustment to facilitate smoother operations.
Despite this relaxation, the FBR has reminded taxpayers that late filing beyond October 15 will attract penalties under the Income Tax Ordinance. Individuals failing to file their returns on time may also face the consequences of being marked as late-filers, which can restrict certain financial privileges and increase liabilities.
The extension provides taxpayers with another opportunity to fulfill their legal obligation and avoid penalties, but the FBR has emphasized that no further extensions will be considered.