The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a firm directive to its field formations, instructing them to ensure that all Inland Revenue and Customs officers file any outstanding declarations of assets and liabilities by March 9, 2026.
The move follows a reminder from the Establishment Division, emphasizing strict compliance with disclosure requirements under Rule 12 of the Government Servants (Conduct) Rules, 1964.
What the Directive Means
Under the rules, every government servant is required to:
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Submit a declaration of movable and immovable assets at the time of joining service.
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File an annual statement of income, assets, and expenditures for each financial year ending June 30.
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Clearly report any changes in assets compared to the previous year’s submission.
The FBR has now asked all its formations to review records and make sure that any missing declarations—up to the financial year ending June 30, 2025—are submitted before the deadline.
10-Year Asset Record to Be Compiled
In addition to ensuring compliance, the tax authority has directed its offices to prepare a consolidated record covering the past ten years of asset declarations for officers under their administrative control. This compiled report will be forwarded to the Establishment Division.
The order applies not only to officers of the Inland Revenue Service and Pakistan Customs Service but also to ex-cadre officers and other staff working under FBR’s administrative umbrella.
Strengthening Accountability
The latest directive signals a renewed focus on transparency and internal accountability within Pakistan’s tax administration. By calling for a decade-long consolidated record and setting a clear submission deadline, the FBR appears intent on tightening oversight and ensuring that asset disclosures are complete and up to date.
With the March 9 deadline approaching, field offices are expected to actively follow up with concerned officials to avoid non-compliance and ensure timely submission.