Corporate income tax return
Annual company return with tax computation from audited accounts, and minimum and super tax checks.
Overview
The annual income tax return for companies, computed from audited or prepared accounts, including minimum tax, super tax checks and withholding adjustments.
Why it matters
Companies must file an income tax return every year, even with no income. A return built from proper accounts claims every allowable deduction, applies minimum tax rules correctly and keeps the company on the Active Taxpayers List for lower withholding.
Who needs this
- Private limited companies and SMCs
- Companies with a June year end (due 31 December)
How it works
Who does each step, and how long it usually takes once documents are complete.
- 1AccountsYou / TAXWORK
Audited or finalised accounts for the year.
Varies - 2ComputationTAXWORK
Accounting profit adjusted to taxable income; depreciation and allowances applied.
3–5 days - 3Minimum and super taxTAXWORK
Turnover-based minimum tax and super tax thresholds checked.
Same step - 4ReviewYou
Draft return and tax payable reviewed.
1–2 days - 5FilingTAXWORK
Return filed and tax paid.
1 day
Documents we need
Tick what you already have, then send the list to us.
Which company type fits you?
Under the Companies Act 2017 (sections 2(49), 14, 42, 154 and 247) and the LLP Act 2017.
| Type | Members | Directors | Liability | Auditor | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single member company | 1 | 1 + nominee | Limited by shares | CMA or CA if paid-up capital under Rs 3M | Solo founders |
| Private limited | 2 to 50 | 2 | Limited by shares | CMA or CA if paid-up capital under Rs 3M | Startups and family businesses |
| Public (unlisted) | 3 or more | 3 | Limited by shares | Chartered accountant | Raising capital from many investors |
| Listed company | 3 or more | 7 | Limited by shares | Chartered accountant | Public share trading on PSX |
| Limited by guarantee | Members | 2 or 3 | Up to the guarantee | As per company type | Associations and clubs |
| Section 42 NPO | 3 or more | As per type | Licensed, no profit distribution | Chartered accountant | Charities and foundations |
| LLP | 2 or more partners | Designated partners | Limited for partners | As required | Professional firms, joint ventures |
| Foreign branch / liaison | Foreign parent | Authorised person | Parent's liability | Chartered accountant | Foreign companies entering Pakistan |
What you receive
- Filed return
- Tax computation
- Deferred tax note on request
Deadlines, risks and penalties
- Late filing leaves the company off the ATL until the Rs 100,000 surcharge is paid
- No refunds while off the ATL
Mistakes we fix, and what our fee covers
Common mistakes we fix
- Annual return (Form A / Form 29) filed late, which brings SECP penalties
- Change of directors, shares or address not reported to SECP
- Company NTN and tax return not filed even when there is no income
- Beneficial ownership register not kept up to date
Included in our fee
- Name check, documents and filings on SECP eServices
- Board and shareholder resolutions drafted for you
- Company NTN and FBR profile set up or updated
- A compliance calendar for the year ahead
Law and references
The sections and rules this service is based on.
- Section 114 and 118 (companies with a June year end file by 31 December)
- Section 113 – minimum tax
- Section 4C – super tax
- Section 182A – Rs 100,000 surcharge for late company filers
Questions
How long does it take?
About 1–2 weeks after final accounts. Step by step: Accounts (Varies), Computation (3–5 days), Minimum and super tax (Same step), Review (1–2 days), Filing (1 day).
What does it cost?
Our service fee is from Rs 10,000. Government fees are extra where they apply.
What happens if I miss a deadline?
Late filing leaves the company off the ATL until the Rs 100,000 surcharge is paid. No refunds while off the ATL.
Is the company's NTN the same as the directors'?
No. The company has its own NTN and return.
Does a dormant company still file?
Yes. A company return is due every year unless the company is formally closed.
Do you need audited accounts?
Companies that require an audit should file the return with audited figures. We coordinate with your auditor.
Why clients choose TAXWORK
Individuals, businesses and companies across Pakistan and overseas.
Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Sialkot and Karachi (with Raza Siddiqui & Co., Chartered Accountants).
You get the scope and a fixed fee in writing before any work starts.
Progress updates, and a copy of everything we file or submit for you.
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Send your documents on WhatsApp or book a meeting. A consultant confirms the scope and a fixed fee before any work starts.