In a decisive move aimed at reinforcing its tax collection drive, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced the cancellation of Saturday holidays via notification F.No.6(1)S(IR-Operations)/2024/48422-R across all field formations. The directive, effective immediately, will remain in place until June 30, 2025.
The announcement, issued on Friday, is part of an intensified strategy to meet the FBR’s ambitious revenue targets for the current fiscal year. According to the official circular, Inland Revenue offices—including Large Taxpayer Units (LTOs), Medium Tax Office (MTO), Corporate Tax Offices (CTOs), and Regional Tax Offices (RTOs)—are now required to remain operational six days a week.
Push to Meet Fiscal Targets
FBR insiders have confirmed that the organization is under considerable pressure to fulfill its annual collection goals. With limited time left in the fiscal year, expanding the working week is expected to improve efficiency in tax processing, strengthen enforcement, and enhance taxpayer services.
Authorities believe that the additional workdays will support a range of activities, including audits, compliance checks, and taxpayer outreach. By intensifying operations at the ground level, the FBR aims to accelerate revenue generation in the final quarter of FY2024–25.
Commitment to Economic Stability
The decision reflects the FBR’s broader commitment to fiscal discipline and national economic priorities. Officials emphasized that making Saturdays operational will provide much-needed momentum in tax-related efforts and demonstrate the institution’s readiness to adapt in pursuit of its mandate.
Employees across the board are being urged to approach the extended schedule with renewed focus and professionalism. The FBR leadership has framed the move not just as a logistical measure but as a call for greater dedication in the face of fiscal challenges.
As the end of the financial year approaches, the FBR remains firm in its resolve to implement all necessary steps to meet collection targets—positioning the reinstatement of Saturday workdays as a key part of its final-quarter push.
