| Recharge Amount (PKR) | Tax Deduction (15%) (PKR) | Balance After Tax (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 7.50 | 42.50 |
| 100 | 15.00 | 88.89 |
| 200 | 30.00 | 170.00 |
| 300 | 45.00 | 255.00 |
| 400 | 60.00 | 340.00 |
| 500 | 75.00 | 425.00 |
| 600 | 90.00 | 510.00 |
| 700 | 105.00 | 595.00 |
| 800 | 120.00 | 680.00 |
| 900 | 135.00 | 765.00 |
| 1000 | 150.00 | 850.00 |
| 1100 | 165.00 | 935.00 |
| 1200 | 180.00 | 1020.00 |
| 1300 | 195.00 | 1105.00 |
| 1400 | 210.00 | 1190.00 |
| 1500 | 225.00 | 1275.00 |
| 1600 | 240.00 | 1360.00 |
| 1700 | 255.00 | 1445.00 |
| 1800 | 270.00 | 1530.00 |
| 1900 | 285.00 | 1615.00 |
| 2000 | 300.00 | 1700.00 |
| 2100 | 315.00 | 1785.00 |
| 2200 | 330.00 | 1870.00 |
| 2300 | 345.00 | 1955.00 |
| 2400 | 360.00 | 2040.00 |
| 2500 | 375.00 | 2125.00 |
Jazz, one of Pakistan’s leading telecom operators, applies a 15% tax deduction on all mobile load purchases. This tax affects millions of Jazz users across the country who regularly top up their accounts. Understanding how much tax you’ll pay on your Jazz load helps you budget better and know exactly how much balance you’ll receive after recharging.
The 15% tax on Jazz load is automatically deducted from your recharge amount before the balance is added to your account. This means when you purchase a PKR 100 load card, you won’t receive the full PKR 100 as usable balance.
How Jazz Load Tax Works
When you recharge your Jazz number, the system automatically calculates and deducts 15% tax from your total recharge amount. The remaining 85% becomes your usable account balance for calls, SMS, and data services.
For example, if you purchase a PKR 500 load:
- Tax deduction: PKR 75 (15% of 500)
- Balance you receive: PKR 425
This tax structure applies to all Jazz prepaid customers regardless of the recharge method you use, whether through scratch cards, mobile banking, or digital payment platforms.
Complete Jazz Load Tax Chart
Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of tax deductions for different recharge amounts:
Small Recharges (PKR 50-200)
- PKR 50: Tax PKR 7.50, Balance PKR 42.50
- PKR 100: Tax PKR 15, Balance PKR 85
- PKR 200: Tax PKR 30, Balance PKR 170
Medium Recharges (PKR 300-800)
- PKR 300: Tax PKR 45, Balance PKR 255
- PKR 400: Tax PKR 60, Balance PKR 340
- PKR 500: Tax PKR 75, Balance PKR 425
- PKR 600: Tax PKR 90, Balance PKR 510
- PKR 700: Tax PKR 105, Balance PKR 595
- PKR 800: Tax PKR 120, Balance PKR 680
Large Recharges (PKR 900-1500)
- PKR 900: Tax PKR 135, Balance PKR 765
- PKR 1000: Tax PKR 150, Balance PKR 850
- PKR 1100: Tax PKR 165, Balance PKR 935
- PKR 1200: Tax PKR 180, Balance PKR 1020
- PKR 1300: Tax PKR 195, Balance PKR 1105
- PKR 1400: Tax PKR 210, Balance PKR 1190
- PKR 1500: Tax PKR 225, Balance PKR 1275
Premium Recharges (PKR 1600-2500)
- PKR 1600: Tax PKR 240, Balance PKR 1360
- PKR 1700: Tax PKR 255, Balance PKR 1445
- PKR 1800: Tax PKR 270, Balance PKR 1530
- PKR 1900: Tax PKR 285, Balance PKR 1615
- PKR 2000: Tax PKR 300, Balance PKR 1700
- PKR 2100: Tax PKR 315, Balance PKR 1785
- PKR 2200: Tax PKR 330, Balance PKR 1870
- PKR 2300: Tax PKR 345, Balance PKR 1955
- PKR 2400: Tax PKR 360, Balance PKR 2040
- PKR 2500: Tax PKR 375, Balance PKR 2125
Quick Tax Calculation Formula
To calculate your Jazz load tax manually, use this simple formula:
- Tax Amount = Recharge Amount × 0.15
- Final Balance = Recharge Amount – Tax Amount
Or more directly:
- Final Balance = Recharge Amount × 0.85
This 85% rule helps you quickly estimate how much usable balance you’ll receive from any recharge amount.
Tips for Managing Jazz Load Tax
Plan Your Recharges Strategically
Consider purchasing larger denominations less frequently rather than multiple small recharges. The percentage remains the same, but you’ll have fewer transactions to track.
Check Balance Regularly
Remember that your actual usable balance is always 15% less than your recharge amount.
Use Official Channels
Always recharge through official Jazz channels or authorized retailers to ensure proper tax calculation and avoid additional fees.
Understanding Your Savings
Knowing the exact tax breakdown helps you make informed decisions about your mobile expenses. While the 15% tax is mandatory and unavoidable, understanding how it affects your balance allows for better budgeting and usage planning.