PESHAWAR:
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) has collected Rs23.26 billion in sales tax on services during the first six months (July to December) of the financial year 2025-26, which is a 30 percent increase compared to Rs17.92 billion collected in the corresponding period of the previous financial year.
According to figures released by KPRA’s media wing on Thursday, an additional Rs5.34 billion was recorded under sales tax on services, reflecting the widening of the tax net and improved enforcement and planning across the province’s service sector.
Overall, KPRA collected total revenue of Rs26.62 billion during the first half of the current financial year, including Rs23.26 billion from sales tax on services and Rs3.36 billion from Infrastructure Development Cess (IDC). In comparison, total revenue in the same period last year stood at Rs 23.81 billion, comprising Rs 17.92 billion from sales tax on services and Rs 5.89 billion from IDC.
Director General KPRA, Fouzia Iqbal, lauded the performance of the authority’s officials and staff, stating that the significant growth in sales tax on services was the result of effective planning, enforcement measures and tireless efforts of KPRA officials.
“The remarkable increase in sales tax on services reflects the sound strategy, hard work and professional competence of the team. With the same commitment and organized approach, KPRA has full potential to achieve its targets for the current financial year,” she said.
The DG also expressed gratitude to taxpayers for their trust, cooperation and partnership, noting that their support played a vital role in KPRA’s achievements. She further acknowledged the guidance and support of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Chief Minister’s Advisor for Finance Muzammil Aslam, terming their leadership as crucial in implementing reforms and improving revenue collection in the province.
