Overview
- The extension for manual filers was notified under Section 214A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
- Dedicated cells in every tax office will provide free assistance for registration and online return submission.
- Taxpayers who need it will receive free legal support from FBR field offices during the current tax year.
- Manual return submissions have been discontinued from Tax Year 2024 as part of the shift to the online system.
- Draft amendments under Section 237(1) propose a new Rule 73 requiring electronic filing, with a seven‑day window for stakeholder feedback.