585 challans issued as Islamabad shifts to e-stamping, Federal Treasury halts new stamp papers

Under the e-stamping project, 585 challans have been generated so far, while the Federal Treasury has stopped issuing new physical stamp papers. Officials said the new system aims to stop fraud linked to stamp papers and improve record keeping.

The process of e-stamping is continuing in the federal capital, according to the district administration. The initiative is aimed at ending fraud related to stamp papers by shifting all related work to a digital system.

Under the new arrangement, the Federal Treasury has ended the issuance of further physical stamp papers. However, stamp papers that were issued earlier will remain valid and can be used until their expiry period. This step is intended to ensure a smooth transition for citizens who already hold stamp papers and have ongoing legal or financial matters.

The Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad said that 585 challans have been generated under the e-stamping project so far. These challans reflect the use of the new system by citizens for various official purposes. The administration expects the number to increase as more people shift to the digital process.

Officials further stated that the e-stamping system allows the administration to compile and manage complete data related to stamp papers. Through this system, records of issued e-stamps, payments, and verification details can be maintained in a single database. This data collection is expected to support monitoring and future planning related to revenue and documentation.

The district administration highlighted that citizens can also verify e-stamps through the Citizen Portal. This feature allows users to confirm the authenticity of an e-stamp without visiting government offices. By using the portal, citizens can check details related to their e-stamp and ensure that the document is valid.

Authorities believe that the digital system will reduce the chances of fake or duplicated stamp papers. By relying on electronic records, the administration aims to limit human intervention and manual handling, which have been sources of irregularities in the past.

The e-stamping project is part of broader efforts to digitize public services in the federal capital. Officials said the system is designed to make the process easier for citizens while improving oversight for the administration. The continuation of the project indicates a shift toward online solutions for routine government transactions.

The district administration advised citizens to use the e-stamping facility for future transactions and to rely on official platforms for verification. Officials said public cooperation is important for the success of the system and for ensuring that the transition away from physical stamp papers is completed without disruption.