When you enroll online with the FBR, you receive a National Tax Number (NTN) or Registration Number and password. With this number, you can access the Iris portal for income tax filing with FBR. 

The Iris portal is the only way to file online Income Tax Returns. An individual/company/association of persons (AOP) or a foreign national is considered registered when they enroll online on the Iris portal.

NTN for an Indivitual

In the case of individuals, their (CNIC) can be used as the NTN/Registration Number.

For AOPs and Companies, an NTN is a 7-digit NTN number assigned to them after enrolment. The process of NTN verification is very simple. It takes just a few steps and is fully online. 

Below is the step-by-step guide. 

Online NTN Verification by CNIC

For Online NTN Verification by CNIC, follow these 4 simple steps: 

• Open the FBR Verification Portal
• Choose an Option
• Fill in the Information 
• Click “Verify”

Now we will go through each step in detail.

1. Open the FBR Verification Portal

Visit the official FBR Verification Portal. You will see a list of options on the left panel. 

2. Choose an Option

Based on your preference, choose the option for verification: 

• Active Taxpayer List (Income Tax)
• Active Taxpayer List (AJK)
• Active Taxpayer List (Sales Tax)
• Taxpayer Profile Inquiry
• POS Invoice Verification 

3. Fill in the Information 

You will see a form asking for information, including:

• Parameter Type NTN/CNIC/Passport/Reg
• Select “CNIC” as the parameter type
• Add your CNIC
• Add Date
• Add Captcha code

4. Click “Verify.”

After adding the info, click “Verify.” Your information will be displayed on the page. If you are not a taxpayer, no record will be shown. 

NTN Verification Made Easy!

So that was our 4-step guide to Online NTN Verification with CNIC. Check out this simple tax calculator to calculate income, sales and property taxes.

FAQs

1. What is an NTN Number? 

When you enroll online with the FBR, you receive a National Tax Number (NTN) or Registration Number and password. With this number, you can access the Iris portal for income tax filing with FBR. 

2. How can I check my NTN number online by CNIC?

Go to the FBR verification portal, choose an option from the left panel, add your CNIC and other data, and click “Verify”. 

3. How do I download my NTN number?

You must enroll online with the FBR as a taxpayer to receive your NTN number. 

4. Is CNIC your NTN number?

In the case of individuals, their (CNIC) can be used as the NTN/Registration Number. For AOPs and Companies, an NTN is a 7-digit NTN number assigned after enrollment.