Budget 2025-26: Major Tax Relief Proposed for Salaried Class [Update]
An amazing news for all the salaried class people across Pakistan has been announced by the federal government which states that they are free of paying heaving taxes on their salaries for the fiscal year 2025-26 which means that they will receive an increased salary amount than before.
Let’s dive into Pakistan’s newest Budget for the Fiscal Year 2025–26 to learn about the latest updates and revelations by the federal government.
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Tax-Relief Budget For Salaries Class
When he presented his budget to the National Assembly on Tuesday, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb proposed a number of proposals for the salaried class. In the Budget 2025–2026, the Pakistani federal government has suggested lowering the income tax rates for salaried individuals on a general basis.
Who Will Get The Most Relief?
People who make between Rs600,000 and Rs1.2 million a year will benefit the most from the Pakistani government’s proposal to lower the tax rate from the previous five percent to one percent.
According to the idea, people who make Rs 1.2 million will pay Rs 6,000 in taxes instead of Rs30,000.
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Govt Proposes 11% Income Tax for Rs 2.2M Earners
In addition, the Pakistani government has suggested an income tax of 11 percent, a drastic four percent drop from the previous 15 percent, on taxpayers making up to Rs 2.2 million a year.
The finance minister of Pakistan stated in his statement on the Budget 2025–2026 that comparable cuts were also anticipated for higher income groups.
Importance Of Federal Govt Decision
Muhammad Aurangzeb claims that in addition to helping Pakistan’s salaried elite, the measures sought to maintain pay in line with inflation.
The government acknowledges that some of the highest taxes in the region are paid by Pakistan’s best talent. While introducing the federal budget, the Pakistani minister stated, “We want to give them a reason to stay.“
It is important to note that on Tuesday, Pakistan released its federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–2026.
Grade-Wise Salary Increases
The Rs17.68 trillion Budget 2025–2026 was formally released by the federal government on June 10. A 10% raise in government employee salaries and pensions is one of the main features. Furthermore, the 2022 ad hoc relief allowance has been incorporated into the basic pay structure, which has an impact on future pension calculations and pay increases and causes a permanent increase in overall salary.
Conclusion
The 2025–26 federal budget brings major relief for Pakistan’s salaried class through reduced income tax rates and a 10% salary and pension increase for government employees. By easing the tax burden and adjusting pay structures, the government aims to support working individuals and encourage talent to stay and grow within the country.