Legal Reference 9A of Part III, Second Schedule – Income Tax Ordinance, 2001

The Government of Pakistan provides significant tax relief to specific categories of individuals on the first sale of allotted immovable property. This relief is granted under 9A of Part III, Second Schedule of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

If you are a government employee or a member of the Armed Forces, this provision can substantially reduce your Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability. This provision allows a reduction in capital gains tax on the first disposal of certain allotted immovable properties.

Who Is Eligible?

The tax reduction applies to the following categories:

• Ex-servicemen
• Serving Armed Forces personnel
• Former Federal Government employees
• Current Federal Government employees
• Former Provincial Government employees
• Current Provincial Government employees

What Type of Property Qualifies?

The relief applies only if:

• The property is immovable property
• The property was acquired or allotted by the Government
• The property is being sold for the first time
• The seller is the original allottee
• Certification is obtained from the allotment authority

If these conditions are not fulfilled, the relief cannot be claimed.

50% Capital Gains Tax Reduction

On the first sale of the allotted property, the taxpayer is entitled to a 50% reduction in Capital Gains Tax.

Example:

- Capital Gain: Rs. 2,000,000
- Applicable Tax Rate: 15%
- Standard Tax: Rs. 300,000

After 50% Reduction: Tax Payable: Rs. 150,000

This results in a direct tax saving of Rs. 150,000.

75% Tax Reduction After 3 Years

An even greater benefit applies if the property is sold after three years from the date of acquisition.

In that case, the tax on capital gains is reduced by 75%.

Example (After 3 Years):

- Capital Gain: Rs. 2,000,000
- Standard Tax: Rs. 300,000

After 75% Reduction: Tax Payable: Rs. 75,000

This provides a total tax saving of Rs. 225,000.

Important Conditions to Remember

Before claiming this relief, ensure:

• You are the original allottee
• The sale is the first disposal of the property
• The allotment authority certifies your eligibility
• All documentation is properly maintained

Incorrect claims may lead to penalties, disallowance of relief, or additional tax liability.