DHAKA, April 6, 2026 (BSS) - The National Board of Revenue (NBR) Chairman Md. 
Abdur Rahman Khan announced today that corporate tax returns will transition 
to a fully online system starting next year. 

"This move is expected to significantly reduce the difficulties taxpayers 
face when interacting with tax offices. The audit selection process has 
already been automated, and the NBR plans to implement automated selection 
methods for individual returns once they are fully integrated into the online 
system," he said.

The NBR chief made these remarks while speaking at a pre-budget meeting with 
the Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) at the NBR 
Building in the city.

Abdur Rahman Khan highlighted advancements in customs, stating that the 
Customs Bond Management System is now automated and integrated with 
international port operations.

This integration, which includes connectivity with Bangladesh Bank for 
commercial documentation, aims to eliminate the need for physical paperwork 
and manual processes that were previously required for bond facilities, he 
added.

However, addressing requests for tax relief, the Chairman remarked that 
reducing current tax rates would be a difficult challenge.

Representing the private sector, FICCI leaders, including President Rupali 
Haque Chowdhury, welcomed the automation initiatives. 

They advocated for the creation of an integrated digital tax system 
connecting income tax, VAT, and customs to enhance efficiency, eliminate 
redundancy, and facilitate data-driven oversight. 

The meeting featured a budget proposal presentation by tax expert Snehasish 
Barua of Snehasish Mahmud & Co.
 
FICCI leaders concluded by assuring the NBR of their full cooperation in 
implementing the corporate tax automation project.