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Rental Income Tax Calculator

Calculate tax on rental income from property in Pakistan.

PakistanProperty TaxTax Period: July 1 – June 30
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Pakistan Rental Income Tax Calculator: Under statutory guidelines established by Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), calculate tax on rental income from property in pakistan. Calculations for July 1 – June 30 determine precise marginal brackets, statutory rate percentages, allowable deductions, and net post-tax retained amounts.

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Pakistan Income from Property (Section 15 FBR Slabs)

The Pakistan Rental Income Tax Calculator estimates individual, AOP, and corporate tax liability on property rentals under Section 15 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. Incorporating progressive rental income slabs, 1/5th statutory building repair deductions, local property taxes paid, and filer withholding thresholds, it computes exact net rental tax.

Under Section 15 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, rent derived by the owner of land or a building is categorized as 'Income from Property'. For individual landlords and Associations of Persons (AOPs), rental income is taxed under a progressive rate schedule. Taxpayers can claim statutory deductions under Section 15A—including a flat one-fifth (20%) statutory allowance for repairs, local rates and taxes paid, insurance premiums, and mortgage profit paid on construction loans.

Income from Property (Section 15 & 15A Deduction Flow) Gross Rent Annual Rent + 1/10th Advance Sec. 15A Deductions 20% Repair Allowance Provincial Property Tax Net Chargeable Progressive Slabs PKR 300k Exemption Net Tax Annual Tax Less Sec. 155

Example Calculation

PKR 600,000 Rental Income, PKR 50,000 Expenses

Annual Rental Income (PKR):600000
Property Expenses:50000
Tax Year:2025-26

Result

Taxable Income:Rs 550,000
Income Tax:Rs 38,750
Effective Rate:6.46%

Net rental = PKR 550,000. Tax calculated at applicable slab.

Calculation Methodology

Rental Income Tax

Net rental income taxed at applicable slab rates

Same as normal income tax

How to Use the Pakistan Rental Income Tax Calculator

Understanding Results

Taxable Income: Income subject to tax after deductions.
Tax Amount: Total tax liability.
Effective Rate: Tax as a percentage of your total income.
Take-Home Pay: Income after tax.

Rental Income Tax Slabs Schedule

Progressive tax schedule for individuals and AOPs under Division VIA, Part I of the First Schedule:

Chargeable Rent ≤ PKR 300,000: Tax = 0% (Nil)

PKR 300,001 – PKR 600,000: 5% of the amount exceeding PKR 300,000

PKR 600,001 – PKR 1,000,000: PKR 15,000 + 10% of amount exceeding PKR 600,000

PKR 1,000,001 – PKR 2,000,000: PKR 55,000 + 15% of amount exceeding PKR 1,000,000

PKR 2,000,001 – PKR 3,000,000: PKR 205,000 + 20% of amount exceeding PKR 2,000,000

Exceeding PKR 3,000,000: PKR 405,000 + 25% of amount exceeding PKR 3,000,000

Example Calculation

Let's say you have an annual income of PKR 1,200,000.

After applying the Pakistan property tax rules and deductions, your estimated tax liability and take-home pay will be calculated automatically by the tool above. Try entering your own values to see personalized results.

Rental Income Benchmark Scenarios

Scenario A: Modest Residential Rental (PKR 30,000 / Month)

Input: Annual rental income = PKR 360,000.
Taxable Slabs: First PKR 300,000 exempt. Excess PKR 60,000 @ 5% = PKR 3,000.
Effective Rate: 0.83% of gross annual rental income.

Scenario B: Commercial Shop Rental (PKR 120,000 / Month)

Input: Annual rental income = PKR 1,440,000.
Taxable Slabs: PKR 1M to PKR 2M tier: Base PKR 55,000 + 15% of (PKR 1,440,000 - PKR 1,000,000) = PKR 55,000 + PKR 66,000 = PKR 121,000.
Effective Rate: 8.40%.

Scenario C: Commercial Plaza Investor (PKR 350,000 / Month)

Input: Annual rental income = PKR 4,200,000.
Taxable Slabs: Top tier: Base PKR 405,000 + 25% of (PKR 4,200,000 - PKR 3,000,000) = PKR 405,000 + PKR 300,000 = PKR 705,000.
Effective Rate: 16.79%.

Section 155 Withholding & Non-Adjustable Deposit

Statutory compliance obligations for landlords and corporate tenants:

  • Withholding Tax by Tenant (Section 155): Corporate and registered business tenants paying rent to landlords are legally required to withhold tax at statutory Division VIA rates and issue CPR certificates.
  • Unadjustable Advance (Pugree / Section 16): Any non-refundable advance received that is not adjustable against monthly rent is treated as income and apportioned equally over 10 consecutive years.
  • Separate Block vs Normal Law: Individual landlords are taxed under the separate block schedule; corporations must account for rental receipts under normal corporate profits tax rules.

Tax Slabs

Pakistan Property Tax slabs vary based on income level and taxpayer profile. Use this calculator to determine your exact liability under current rules.

Common Mistakes

  • Not updating inputs for the correct tax year.
  • Using incorrect residency or employment status.
  • Forgetting to account for all income sources.
  • Not considering eligible deductions and reliefs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is rental income taxed under Section 15 of the Income Tax Ordinance?
Rental income earned by individuals is taxed under progressive slabs ranging from 5% to 25%, with the first PKR 300,000 of annual rent completely exempt from tax.
What is the 1/5th repair allowance deduction?
Under Section 15A, an allowance equal to one-fifth (20%) of the gross rent is automatically deductible to account for building repairs, maintenance, and upkeep.
Can property taxes paid to provincial Excise be deducted from rental income?
Yes. Section 15A explicitly allows any local rate, tax, charge, or cess paid in respect of the property (such as Punjab or Sindh property tax) to be deducted from gross rent.
What is Section 155 tenant withholding tax?
Section 155 requires designated corporate withholding agents and business tenants to deduct tax at source when paying rent to landlords, which can be credited against the landlord's annual tax return.
How is non-adjustable advance rent (Pugree) taxed?
Under Section 16, any non-adjustable advance or security deposit not refundable to the tenant is treated as taxable rental income spread in equal 1/10th proportions over 10 consecutive tax years.
Are joint property co-owners taxed separately on their rental share?
Yes. Under Section 66, where property is owned by two or more persons with ascertainable shares, each co-owner is assessed separately on their proportionate share of rental income.

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