Under Income Tax Ordinance 2001 – Section 155
Rental income from property in Pakistan is taxed under Section 155 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. This tax covers residential, commercial, and business properties. When rent crosses the prescribed threshold, tenants are required to deduct tax at source in accordance with FBR rules.
This Property Rent Tax Calculator helps individuals and companies calculate advance and adjustable rent tax for the selected tax year, filer status, and taxpayer type, as applicable under Pakistan’s income tax laws.
Rent Tax under Income Tax Ordinance 2001 (Section 155)
Section 155 governs tax on rental income from property in Pakistan. Under this provision:
- Rent tax is deducted at source.
- The tenant (the rent payer) is legally responsible for the deduction.
- Tax deducted is deposited with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
- The deducted amount is treated as advance tax.
These rules are implemented and monitored by the FBR to ensure proper documentation, compliance, and reporting of rental income within Pakistan’s tax system.
Nature of Rent Tax – Advance & Adjustable Tax
Rent tax under Section 155 is not a final tax.
It is classified as an advance tax, which means:
- The tax deducted appears in the landlord’s FBR tax profile.
- It can be adjusted against the annual income tax liability.
- Any excess tax may be refunded or carried forward.
- Final settlement takes place at the time of filing the annual income tax return.
This calculator reflects the adjustable nature of the rent tax, helping taxpayers avoid miscalculations and unnecessary overpayments.
How Rent Tax Is Calculated (Filer, Non-Filer & Company Rules)
Rent tax calculation depends on:
- Annual rental income
- Taxpayer type (individual or company)
- Filer or non-filer status (ATL)
Key points:
- Rental income up to Rs. 300,000 per year is exempt.
- Filers pay lower withholding tax rates.
- Non-filers pay significantly higher tax.
- Companies are taxed at flat rates, regardless of the rent amount.
All applicable rules, slabs, and rate differences are already incorporated into this calculator to ensure accurate results without manual effort.
Who Deducts Rent Tax and Who Is Liable?
According to the law:
- The tenant paying rent must deduct tax.
- Deduction applies when the tenant is a prescribed person.
- Companies, government bodies, registered firms, and organizations fall under prescribed persons.
If the tenant fails to deduct tax:
- They become personally liable.
- Penalties and additional tax may apply.
Proper deduction protects both the tenant and the landlord from legal consequences.
Payment, Deposit & Adjustment of Rent Tax
Once the property rent tax under Section 155 is deducted:
- It must be deposited by the 15th of the following month.
- Tax is deposited as advance tax.
- Monthly withholding statements must be filed with FBR.
Late payment or non-compliance may result in:
- Default surcharge
- Penalties
- Disallowance of expense (for businesses)
Download Your Rent Tax Calculation
After using this calculator, you can:
- Download your rent tax calculation.
- Keep it for personal or business records.
- Share it with tax consultants or tenants.
- Use it as supporting evidence during tax filing.
This feature enhances transparency and supports better compliance and tax planning.
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimated calculation based on Section 155 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. Actual tax liability may vary depending on FBR notifications and individual circumstances.