FBR Falls Short of October Tax Collection Target by Rs156 Billion

ISLAMABAD:The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has failed to achieve its assigned tax collection target for October 2026, collecting Rs975 billion against the target of Rs1,131 billion.

According to available figures, the tax authority is facing a shortfall of Rs156 billion so far.

FBR officials expect to collect an additional Rs40 billion on Saturday as designated tax offices and bank branches remain open to facilitate tax payments.

However, even with the expected additional collection, the FBR is likely to miss its monthly target by approximately Rs116 billion.

The shortfall highlights the revenue collection challenges facing the country’s tax authority.

Clarify the October collection timelineReconcile the interim and final shortfalls