Islamabad, October 8, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed major changes to tax laws to make the asset declarations of civil servants publicly accessible, a step aimed at improving transparency and accountability.
According to an FBR draft notification issued on Tuesday, the move comes in response to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) demand for greater openness in the declarations process. The proposed amendments will require all government officers from Grade 17 to Grade 22 to submit detailed asset declarations, which will be made available for public viewing. Citizens will be able to review an officer’s assets from the date of joining service up to the present.
The FBR stated that the definition of “public servant” will include officers of the federal and provincial governments, autonomous organizations, and public corporations. However, individuals exempted under the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Ordinance 1999 will not be covered by these new rules.
Stakeholders have been invited to share feedback, objections, or suggestions within seven days of the draft’s issuance. Submissions received after the deadline will not be entertained.
The amendments, proposed under Section 237 of the Income Tax Ordinance 2001, aim to strengthen administrative transparency and streamline monitoring of public servants’ financial records.
Officials added that the updated system would enhance the exchange and verification of asset declarations, aligning Pakistan’s governance framework with international best practices and IMF-recommended standards.