KARACHI, April 22, 2026 – The Sindh government has signed agreements with three major banks to digitise the collection of property transfer taxes, in a move aimed at improving transparency, efficiency and revenue management.
The initiative involves collaboration between the Sindh Local Government Department, Sindh Information Technology Department and the Board of Revenue Sindh, alongside Sindh Bank, National Bank of Pakistan and Bank of Punjab.
Speaking at a signing ceremony in Karachi, Sindh Minister for Local Government Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said the new system would streamline property transactions by integrating tax collection with the Board of Revenue’s online platform.
“The digitisation of the tax collection system will make property transfers faster, easier and more transparent,” Shah said, adding that the reform would help curb irregularities and reduce opportunities for corruption in the existing manual process.
Under the new framework, taxes such as stamp duty and other levies will be collected directly through banking channels, reducing reliance on intermediaries. Officials said the system would also strengthen the financial position of local councils by improving revenue flows and accountability.
The digital platform will connect local government bodies, revenue authorities and partner banks, allowing real-time processing and verification of payments. Authorities believe this integration will enhance efficiency and provide greater convenience to citizens involved in property transactions.
The initiative forms part of the Sindh government’s broader push to modernise public services and expand digital governance. Officials said implementation of the system is expected to begin in the coming months following technical integration and testing phases.