Question 1

What is the mobile load tax in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Mobile load tax is a Withholding Tax (WHT) of 12.5% deducted from your prepaid mobile recharge at the time of loading. It is collected by telecom companies on behalf of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) under Section 236 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

Question 2

How much balance do I get on Rs. 100 recharge?

Accepted Answer

On a Rs. 100 recharge, Rs. 12.50 is deducted as withholding tax, and you receive Rs. 87.50 as your usable balance on your SIM.

Question 3

Is the tax rate the same for Jazz, Zong, Telenor and Ufone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The 12.5% withholding tax rate is uniform across all prepaid mobile networks in Pakistan. It is a federal tax set by FBR and does not vary by operator.

Question 4

What is the difference between withholding tax and GST on mobile recharge?

Accepted Answer

Withholding tax of 12.5% is deducted upfront from your recharge amount before it reaches your balance. GST and Federal Excise Duty (FED) of 19.5% are charged separately when you actually use your balance on calls, SMS, or data bundles. This calculator only shows the withholding tax deducted at recharge time.

Question 5

Does the recharge method affect the tax deduction?

Accepted Answer

No. Whether you recharge via a scratch card, EasyLoad, JazzCash, Easypaisa, or any other digital method, the 12.5% withholding tax applies equally to all methods.

Question 6

Is this calculator accurate for 2026?

Accepted Answer

es. This calculator uses the current withholding tax rate of 12.5% as notified by FBR for Tax Year 2025–26 under Section 236 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

Question 7

Does this calculator work for postpaid connections?

Accepted Answer

No. This calculator is designed specifically for prepaid mobile recharges. Postpaid billing follows a different tax structure and is not covered here.

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