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What is the applicability of professional tax?

A maximum of Rs. 2,500 can be levied as professional tax on any person per financial year. According to Section 16 (iii) of the Income Tax Act 1961, the profession tax paid by an employee is allowed as a deduction from his/her gross salary income.

What are the slabs for professional tax?

Professional Tax Karnataka Slabs

Monthly SalaryProfessional tax Applicable
Up to Rs.14,999Nil
More than 15,000Rs

What is the due date for payment of professional tax in Madhya Pradesh?

Professional Tax Due Dates All States

S NoStateProfessional Tax Payment Due Date
7Kerala31st August & 28th February
8Madhya Pradesh10th Of Every Month
9MaharashtraLast Date Of Every Month
10Manipur30th March

What is professional tax slab in Madhya Pradesh?

Professional Tax Slab Rate in Madhya Pradesh:

Monthly Salary/IncomeProfessional Tax Levied
Up to Rs.18,750Nil
Rs.18,751 to Rs.25,000Rs.125
Rs.25,001 to Rs.33,333Rs.167
Rs.33,334 and aboveRs

Which is the state where professional tax is paid in India?

Professional tax is levied through predetermined tax slabs and is paid on a monthly basis. Some of the states which currently impose a professional tax in India are Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Bihar, Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Meghalaya, Odisha, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tripura.

Which is the maximum amount of professional tax?

Although the tax is levied depending upon the income of the individual, the maximum amount any State can levy as Professional Tax is restricted to INR 2,500. The deductions of Professional tax are made under Section 16 of Income Tax Act, 1961. And, the balance amount shall be calculated as per the slabs applicable.

How is the balance of professional tax calculated?

The deductions of Professional tax are made under Section 16 of income tax Act, 1961. And, the balance amount shall be calculated as per the slabs applicable. How to Calculate Professional Tax?

How much do I have to pay professional tax?

A: For individuals whose gross income is up to Rs. 15,000, there is no professional tax. For individuals with income ranging between Rs. 15,001 to Rs. 20,000, a professional charge of Rs. 150 per month is levied. For those earning above Rs. 20000, PT of Rs. 200 per month can be collected. 7. How do I know if I have to pay professional tax?