FBR Raises Islamabad Property Valuations by Up to 75%, DHA Rates Unchanged

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a significant increase in property valuation rates across Islamabad, excluding the Defence Housing Authority (DHA), where existing values will remain unchanged. The move affects both residential and commercial properties in the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), with hikes ranging from 15 to 75 percent.

FBR issued Notification SRO. 163(I)/2026 on Monday, formalizing the revised valuations. According to sources, the new rates aim to align property values with current market trends, while DHA properties will continue to be assessed based on previously notified valuations.

A separate notification is expected soon for Rawalpindi, where property rates are also slated for revision and enhancement. The changes reflect FBR’s ongoing efforts to update property tax assessments in line with market dynamics, ensuring better revenue collection and fairness in valuation.

The updated valuation rates are expected to impact real estate transactions, property registration, and tax calculations in Islamabad, excluding DHA areas, as buyers, sellers, and investors adjust to the revised figures.