ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has broadened the definition of “Public Servant” for asset declaration purposes, now including officers from federal and provincial governments, autonomous bodies, and government-owned corporations and companies.
In a late-night notification, the FBR issued SRO 1912/2025, introducing draft amendments to the Sharing of Declaration of Assets of Civil Servants Rules, 2023. Previously, the rules applied only to “Civil Servants,” meaning employees governed under the Civil Servants Act, 1973.
Under the revised definition, a “Public Servant” includes any officer working in federal or provincial governments, autonomous bodies, or government-owned corporations and companies who holds a pay grade of 17 or above (or equivalent). This expanded scope covers a wider range of government officials beyond traditional civil servants.
However, the amendment excludes individuals specified under sub-clause (iv) of clause (n) of section 5 of the National Accountability Ordinance, 1999.
This move is seen as part of broader efforts to increase transparency and accountability among government employees by requiring more officials to declare their assets.
The FBR’s updated definition aligns with its objective to monitor and regulate the financial disclosures of public officials comprehensively.
