Tax Filings Drop 14.26 Percent, DJP Kalselteng Records 304,959 Reports
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| DJP Kalselteng records 304,959 tax filings by March 2026, down 14.26 percent. Taxpayers are urged to file before April 30 to avoid penalties. |
Banjarmasin — Kanwil DJP Kalselteng has recorded a total of 304,959 Annual Tax Return (SPT) filings as of March 2026, marking a decline compared to the same period last year.
Head of Public Outreach, Services, and Public Relations (P2 Humas) Moch Luqman Hakim stated that the number represents a contraction of 14.26 percent year-over-year.
“This figure shows a decrease compared to last year, particularly among individual taxpayers,” Luqman said in Banjarmasin on Friday.
Decline Seen in Both Individual and Corporate Filings
In detail, individual taxpayer filings reached 298,111 SPT, down 13.72 percent compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, corporate tax filings totaled 6,848 SPT, experiencing a sharper decline of 32.44 percent.
Most regional units under DJP Kalselteng also showed a downward trend, especially in the individual taxpayer segment.
However, several units reported positive performance, indicating that opportunities to improve tax compliance remain open through better education and optimized services.
Extended Holidays Contribute to the Decline
According to Luqman, one of the key factors behind the drop in filings is the overlap with long public holidays, including Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr.
This situation is believed to have delayed tax reporting activities, although overall public awareness remains relatively stable.
DJP Offers Relief and Encourages Immediate Filing
To boost compliance, the tax authority has implemented a policy waiving administrative penalties for taxpayers who submit their returns by April 30, 2026.
“This is an opportunity for taxpayers to file their returns without worrying about penalties,” Luqman explained.
He also emphasized that all tax service offices are ready to provide assistance, both in person and through online services.
DJP encourages taxpayers to file their returns accurately, completely, and clearly while utilizing the digital facilities provided by the government.
FAQ
1. Why did tax return filings decline this year?
The decline is mainly due to long public holidays coinciding with the reporting period.
2. Can taxpayers still file without penalties?
Yes, administrative penalties are waived until April 30, 2026.
3. How can I file my tax return?
You can file online via e-Filing or visit the nearest tax office.
4. Who is required to file tax returns?
Both individual and corporate taxpayers registered with a tax ID (NPWP).
5. Does DJP provide assistance?
Yes, assistance is available both offline at tax offices and online.
