Punjab Revenue Authority tightens operational schedule to meet fiscal year targets by June 30
The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has taken significant administrative measures by extending office working hours and cancelling weekly holidays to ensure the timely achievement of revenue targets for the ongoing fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
According to a PRA spokesperson, all offices of the authority, including the head office, will now operate under an expanded schedule.
The revised working hours require staff to remain on duty from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on a daily basis until the end of the fiscal year. In addition, the authority has officially suspended weekly holidays on both Saturday and Sunday for its officers to maximize operational efficiency.
The decision has been implemented following a formal notification issued on the directives of PRA Chairman Moazzam Iqbal Sipra. The move is part of a broader strategy aimed at strengthening revenue administration, improving tax collection processes, and ensuring that assigned financial targets are achieved within the stipulated timeframe.
Officials stated that the extension of working hours is intended to accelerate pending assessments, enhance field operations, and improve coordination across different wings of the authority. The intensified working schedule is expected to increase productivity and reduce delays in revenue-related processes.
Furthermore, the PRA emphasized that the current fiscal year demands extraordinary efforts due to ambitious revenue goals set by the government. The authority believes that additional working hours and continuous operational availability will help streamline enforcement activities and improve compliance among taxpayers.
The spokesperson reiterated that the initiative reflects PRA’s commitment to fiscal discipline and economic stability in Punjab. By maximizing working hours and eliminating downtime during weekends, the authority aims to strengthen its revenue base and contribute more effectively to provincial financial needs.
The PRA’s decision highlights the government’s focus on enhancing tax collection efficiency and ensuring that all available administrative resources are utilized to meet end-of-year targets successfully.
