Diploma in Taxation – FBR Approved Income & Sales Tax Certification

Sales Tax Course

Are you an accounting professional, tax preparer, business owner, or finance student looking to gain practical skills in Sales Tax in Pakistan? The Institute of Corporate Taxation (ICT) brings you a hands-on, real-world focused Sales Tax Course—designed specifically to provide you with the knowledge and practical tools needed to confidently manage tax filings, e-invoicing, refunds, and legal compliance using IRIS and FBR portals.

Module Breakdown:

Introduction to Sales Tax in Pakistan

Structure of FBR and Sales Tax Law (Sales Tax Act, 1990)
Understanding taxable supplies, services, and registration thresholds
Difference between Federal Sales Tax and Provincial Services Tax
Importance of STRN and PRA/SRB/KPRA registrations
Role of SROs, notifications, and exemptions
Types of invoices and transaction documentation

Sales Tax Registration & Portal Use

STRN registration process on IRIS
PRA, SRB, KPRA registration for service-based sectors
NTN and STRN linkage for legal compliance
E-enrollment and business profile creation
Accessing and using the Sales Tax Portal
Live demo: creating business profile and STRN

Filing Sales Tax Returns

Monthly return formats (Annex C, F, H)
Preparing Annexes for goods & services
Reporting purchases, supplies, output/input tax
Adjustment, refunds & carry forward rules
Live return filing with demo data
Common errors and how to fix rejected returns

Invoicing, Recordkeeping & Audit

Proper sales tax invoice format
Debit/credit notes, commercial invoices & bills
Bookkeeping requirements under the ST law
Preparing for FBR audits: checklists & reconciliations
Taxpayer rights & appeal procedures
Use of accounting software to track GST/VAT

Sector-Specific Rules & Service Tax

E-commerce, Retail, Manufacturing sectors
Sales Tax on digital services & online platforms
Understanding services tax across provinces (PRA/SRB)
Freelancers & consultants: how sales tax applies
Inter-provincial tax complications
Withholding Sales Tax from government clients

Practical Projects & Real-World Case Studies

Creating a monthly return from real data
Handling mismatch notices & ST refund claims
Preparing books and reconciliations for audit
Sector case: Retailer with POS vs. service provider
STRN de-registration & tax planning
Final assessment based on a practical return filing scenario

🎯 Who Should Enroll?

Accountants, Finance Officers & Tax Practitioners
Business Owners & Freelancers subject to ST
ITPs and students of CA/ACCA/ICMAP
Professionals handling PRA, SRB, KPRA filings
Anyone aiming to work in tax compliance or consultancy

🎓 Course Benefits

File real sales tax returns using FBR portal
Handle STRN registration & monthly compliance
Gain command over PRA, SRB, KPRA regulations
Learn invoicing, reconciliation & audit defense
Certificate of Completion from ICT (SECP/FBR Registered)

Related FAQs

Who is this Sales Tax course designed for?

This course is ideal for accountants, tax preparers, finance professionals, business owners, and students who want to understand and manage Sales Tax compliance in Pakistan.

What practical skills will I gain from this course?

You’ll learn how to handle Sales Tax registration, monthly return filing through the IRIS and FBR portals, generate and manage e-invoices, process refunds, and ensure compliance with Sales Tax laws and deadlines.

Does the course include hands-on training with IRIS/FBR portals?

Yes. The course offers step-by-step, practical demonstrations using IRIS and the FBR Sales Tax portal, giving you real-world skills you can apply immediately.

Can this course help me offer Sales Tax services to clients or my own business?

Absolutely. Whether you’re working in a firm or managing your own business, this course enables you to independently handle all aspects of Sales Tax filing and advisory services.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. You will receive a completion certificate from ICT, which can help boost your credibility with clients or employers in the field of taxation and compliance.