Professional Tax Calculator - State-wise PT Calculator Professional Tax
Calculate professional tax based on your monthly gross salary and state of employment. View monthly deduction, annual liability, and state-specific PT slab details.
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PT Slab Details — Maharashtra
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Professional Tax Calculator - Guide
What is Professional Tax?
Professional Tax (PT) is a state-level tax in India levied on salaried individuals, professionals, freelancers, and traders. It is collected by the state government and is deducted by the employer from the employee's salary every month. PT rates vary by state and are based on monthly gross salary slabs.
Key Points About Professional Tax
- Maximum Limit: As per Article 276 of the Constitution, PT cannot exceed 2,500 per year.
- Tax Deduction: PT paid is allowed as a deduction under Section 16(iii) of the Income Tax Act.
- Employer's Responsibility: Employers are required to deduct PT from salary and remit it to the state.
- State-specific: Not all states levy PT. Rates and slabs differ by state.
States That Levy Professional Tax
Professional tax is levied by the following states and union territories: Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Assam, Meghalaya, Odisha, Tripura, Jharkhand, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Manipur, and Puducherry.
States like Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand do not levy professional tax.
How to Use This Calculator
- State: Select your state of employment from the dropdown.
- Gross Salary: Enter your monthly gross salary before deductions.
- Results: View the applicable slab, monthly PT amount, annual PT, and the full slab table for your state.