LESCO Tax Certificate

Ever tried to get your LESCO Tax Certificate from the website, PITC Web Portal or simply with the previous electricity bill and found yourself stuck? Maybe you’ve forgotten your password, can’t figure out where to register for the Tax Certificate or just don’t know where to start. 

Well, enter “Customer ID” and “Password” that you entered while registration in the Input-fields above and get your Tax Certificate without any hassle. Also, we’ll dive deep to explore what tax certificate is, method to register and forgot password, what you need to get a Tax certificate, is it valid for FBR and much more. 

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What is a LESCO Tax Certificate 

A LESCO Tax Certificate is a document that shows how much tax you’ve paid through your electricity bills by collecting them in one place. When you pay your electricity bill, a small amount goes to the government as a tax. People usually need a tax certificate when they are filling out their income tax forms to show how much tax they have already paid. It can help people pay less tax, so it’s like a proof that you’ve already paid some amount through your electricity bills.

Why Do You Need Tax Certificate

Here’s why you might need a Tax Certificate:

For Business Owners

If you’ve a business, you need this Tax Certificate because it shows you’re paying taxes on your electricity bills. You might need this certificate for business deals. It’s also important while filing taxes for your business. 

Keeping Everything Clear

Tax Certificate makes it clear that you’ve already paid your electricity taxes which helps avoid confusion or mistakes. It lets you know what exactly has paid and what hasn’t, making everything clear for you just like a receipt.

Proof of Tax Payment

LESCO Tax Certificate proves that you’ve paid your electricity taxes, showing you’re a responsible citizen and following the rules. It also shows that you’re paying taxes correctly. 

What You Need to Get Your Tax Certificate

Following are the things that you need before getting your Tax Certificate:

Customer ID

A Customer ID is a unique identifier associated with your LESCO Account, helping you access your billing information efficiently and with ease. You’ll need this 7-digit Customer ID to apply for the Tax Certificate. If you don’t know your Customer ID, simply look at the top right corner of your electricity bill, just above the “Reference Number” box.

NTN

There will be a NTN input-field on the registration form where you’ve to enter your National Tax Number (NTN). The National Tax Number is important because it links your tax records to the LESCO account. If you don’t have your National Tax Number (NTN), simply apply for it using the FBR website.

CNIC

You’ll be asked to input your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) while filling out the registration form on the official LESCO website. CNIC Input-field is crucial because it verifies your identity.

Internet Access

The Internet is required to get your Tax Certificate as you want to get it online. The Internet will help you reach the LESCO Website through which you’ll download the Tax Certificate online by using your mobile web browser. 

Step-by-Step Guide to Get a Tax Certificate

Step-by-step guide to get a Tax Certificate is given below:

Using Website:

  • Enter your “Customer ID and Password” in the Input-fields.
  • Click the “Sign In” button to access your Tax Certificate.
  • Choose the year in which you want to get the “Tax Certificate” and click the “TAX Certificate” button.
  • Click the “Download Certificate” button to get your Tax Certificate.

How to Register:

If you don’t have already registered follow steps below:

  • Click the “Register” button above on this article to move to the “Registration form” page.
  • Fill out the registration form with all the required information.
  • Click the “Register” button to proceed.

How to forgot Password:

Following are some steps that may help you forget your password. 

  • Click the “Password Reset” button above on this article that will move you to the page where you’ll reset your password.
  • Enter the Required details including, Customer ID, CNIC and the security question. 
  • Click the “Reset Password” button.

Via PITC Web Bill Portal

To get Tax Certificate via PITC Web Bill Portal, follow steps below:

  • Go to the PITC Web Bill Portal. 
  • Select “Lahore Electric Supply Company” and click the “Check Bill” button.
  • Now, you’ll be provided with the Input-box, enter your 14-digit Reference Number or the 7-digit Customer ID and click the “Search” button. 
  • After reaching out to the LESCO Bill page, click the “Tax Certificate” button.
  • To get a tax certificate, click the “Print” button to print with the printer or save by changing destination to “Save as PDF”.

Through Mobile App

There is another method through which you can get your Tax Certificate called “LESCO Light”.

  • First of all, open the Play Store on your mobile device and download the “LESCO Light” application. 
  • Enter the required details including, CNIC No. and Password. If you don’t have an account on LESCO Light, click the “create account” button.
  • Click the “Tax Certificate” button in the upper left corner.
  • Enter your 7-digit Customer ID and click the “Submit” button.
  • You can download the Tax Certificate by pressing the button on that page.

Offline Method for Getting Tax Certificate

If you don’t wanna get Tax Certificate online, here is method to get it offline:

  • Go to any of the LESCO offices with your electricity bill that you visit easily or near to you.
  • After reaching out to the LESCO Office, ask a representative to provide you with a Tax Certificate Request Form. Fill out the form with all the required details and submit it to the representative.
  • The representative will process your Tax Certificate request and ask when you’ve to collect your Tax Certificate. 

Is This Certificate Valid for FBR

Yes, this Tax Certificate is valid for the submission to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). This Certificate shows how much income taxes are collected through your electricity bills during the year and you can use it while filing your taxes. 

What to Do If You Face Issues

If you face any of the issues while getting the Tax Certificate, try some tips as follows:

  • Check If you’ve entered Customer ID correctly in the Input-field.
  • Make sure you’ve a stable internet connection while getting the tax certificate.
  • Try opening the official LESCO website in a different web browser if it does not work properly.

Why Online Application is Better

Online Application for getting the Tax Certificate is better because it allows you to download a tax certificate without visiting physical offices. Simply click the “Download Tax Certificate” button on the designated page and you’re good to go. The online application saves time and it’s available 24/7 for your convenience and can be accessed using any device. 

To get a Tax Certificate from LESCO, visit the official website > navigate to “Tax Deduction Certificate” page > enter Customer ID and Password > click the “Sign In” button > Choose period > Click Tax Certificate button > Click Download Tax Certificate button. 

To get electricity bill tax certificates online visit PITC Web Portal > select company > Enter Reference Number or Customer ID > Search > Click “Tax Certificate” button. If you want to get a LESCO electricity bill tax certificate online, check out the procedure in this article.

To check LESCO Tax Certificate visit PITC Web Portal > select Lahore Electric Supply Company > Enter 14-digit Reference Number or 7-digit Customer ID > Click “Search” button to access your electricity bill. Click the “Tax Certificate” button on the same bill page to check it.

You can get a Tax Certificate by entering your Customer ID and Password on this page. Also, We’ve discussed how to register if you don’t already have an account, how to forget password, important questions and more. If you want to know more about Tax Certificate, please contact us.