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Professional Tax Registration (PTRC & PTEC)

Register for professional tax as an employer or self-employed professional in states that levy it, and stay on top of deductions and payments.

  • 3–7 working days
  • Employer & professional registration
  • State-wise rules applied
  • Return filing support
Professional Tax Registration (PTRC & PTEC)

What is professional tax?

Professional tax is a tax on professions, trades, callings and employment levied by certain state governments (and, in some states such as Kerala, by local bodies) under Article 276 of the Constitution. The maximum amount payable by any person is capped at ₹2,500 per year.

Who needs to register?

  • Employers in states that levy professional tax must register, deduct professional tax from employees’ salaries and deposit it with the state.
  • Self-employed professionals, traders and business owners must register and pay professional tax for themselves in most of these states.

States that levy professional tax include Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and several others. Rates and due dates vary by state.

Consequences of non-compliance

Late registration, non-deduction or late payment can attract penalties and interest under the state law. Employers remain liable for tax they should have deducted.

Our service

We register you under the right category for your state, explain deduction slabs for your employees, and help you file periodic returns and payments. Hiring your first employees? Also see PF & ESI registration.

Checklist

Documents required for Professional Tax Registration

After you purchase, log in to My Account → My Services and upload each document below. Scanned copies or clear phone photos (PDF, JPG or PNG) are fine. Your files are stored privately and seen only by your assigned expert.

  • PAN of the business Or of the professional Required
  • ID and address proof of the proprietor / directors / partners Aadhaar and PAN Required
  • Proof of business address Utility bill or rent agreement Required
  • Incorporation certificate / partnership deed For companies, LLPs and firms If applicable
  • Employee salary details Number of employees and salary ranges If applicable
  • Bank account proof Cancelled cheque If applicable
Step by step

Professional Tax Registration process with Nevo Legal

  1. Applicability check

    We confirm whether and how professional tax applies to you.

  2. Documents

    Business and employee details compiled.

  3. Registration

    Application filed with the state or local authority.

  4. Certificate & guidance

    Registration certificate plus deduction and payment schedule.

Deliverables

What you get

  • Professional tax registration certificate(s)
  • State-wise deduction slab summary
  • Payment and return calendar
FAQs

Professional Tax Registration – frequently asked questions

What is the maximum professional tax?

The Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 per person per year.

Is professional tax applicable in every state?

No. Only some states levy professional tax; others, such as Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, do not.

Is professional tax deductible for income tax?

Yes. Professional tax paid is allowed as a deduction from salary income or business income.

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