Who needs it?
All companies, including those with no income, losses or no operations.
Government fees
Government fees only — paid to the authority. Our professional fee is quoted separately, in writing. Each line shows how it was verified and when.
| Item | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Deadline | 15th day of the 7th month after the income year (most companies: 15 January)Source: Income Tax Act 2023 | Official document — reconfirmChecked 22 Oct 2026 |
| Corporate tax / turnover tax | Depends on company type and turnover — changes each Finance Act | Confirm with our office |
Required documents
Standard
- Audited financial statements with DVS code
- Company e-TIN
- Tax computation with depreciation schedule
- Withholding tax returns and challans
- Bank statements
- Shareholding and directors' details
- Advance tax challans
Step-by-step process
- 1
Close books and complete the statutory audit.
- 2
Generate DVS code through the auditor.
- 3
Compute tax and reconcile withholding taxes.
- 4
Pay balance tax.
- 5
File the return and keep acknowledgement.
Frequently asked questions
Is audit mandatory before the tax return?
Yes for companies — the return is filed with audited financial statements.
Legal basis & official sources
- Income Tax Act 2023 (as amended)
- Companies Act 1994 (audited accounts)
- Financial Reporting Act 2015 / ICAB Document Verification System (DVS)
- National Board of Revenue (NBR) — Taxes Wing
- NBR e-Return
Last reviewed 22 Oct 2026 by Legal Zone Business Licence Desk. Fees and rules change — we reconfirm every figure before you pay.
