Professional Tax Calculator 2026-27 (State-wise)
Find the monthly and annual professional tax for any salary in Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab (PSDT) and more.
- State-wise slabs
- February top-up
- Women's exemption
- Punjab PSDT
Not an official government calculator. This free tool is only to make your HR and payroll work easier. Tax and labour rules change every year, so treat results as estimates and verify with the official notification or your CA before filing or paying. Rules last reviewed on 23 October 2026.
Professional Tax Calculator
Details
- Slab
- Above ₹10,000
- Monthly deduction (Mar–Jan)
- ₹200
- February deduction
- ₹300
- Annual professional tax
- ₹2,500
Professional tax slabs by state (FY 2026-27)
| State | Basis | Slabs |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | monthly | up to ₹7,500: nil; ₹7,501–₹10,000: ₹175; above ₹10,000: ₹200 (₹300 in February) |
| Karnataka | monthly | up to ₹24,999: nil; above ₹24,999: ₹200 (₹300 in February) |
| West Bengal | monthly | up to ₹10,000: nil; ₹10,001–₹15,000: ₹110; ₹15,001–₹25,000: ₹130; ₹25,001–₹40,000: ₹150; above ₹40,000: ₹200 |
| Gujarat | monthly | up to ₹11,999: nil; above ₹11,999: ₹200 |
| Telangana | monthly | up to ₹15,000: nil; ₹15,001–₹20,000: ₹150; above ₹20,000: ₹200 |
| Andhra Pradesh | monthly | up to ₹15,000: nil; ₹15,001–₹20,000: ₹150; above ₹20,000: ₹200 |
| Tamil Nadu (Chennai) | half yearly | up to ₹21,000: nil; ₹21,001–₹30,000: ₹180; ₹30,001–₹45,000: ₹425; ₹45,001–₹60,000: ₹930; ₹60,001–₹75,000: ₹1,025; above ₹75,000: ₹1,250 |
| Madhya Pradesh | annual | up to ₹2,25,000: nil; ₹2,25,001–₹3,00,000: ₹1,500; ₹3,00,001–₹4,00,000: ₹2,000; above ₹4,00,000: ₹2,500 |
| Punjab (PSDT) | Monthly | Flat ₹200/month for income-tax payers |
| Haryana | — | Not levied |
| Chandigarh (UT) | — | Not levied |
| Delhi | — | Not levied |
| Himachal Pradesh | — | Not levied |
| Uttar Pradesh | — | Not levied |
| Rajasthan | — | Not levied |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum professional tax in India?
Article 276 of the Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 per person per year. States like Maharashtra and Karnataka reach this by charging ₹200 a month and ₹300 in February.
Is there professional tax in Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh?
Haryana and Chandigarh do not levy professional tax. Punjab charges the Punjab State Development Tax (PSDT) — a flat ₹200 per month on employees who pay income tax.
Is professional tax deductible from income tax?
Yes, under the old tax regime professional tax paid is deducted from salary income. The new regime does not allow this deduction.
Who deducts professional tax?
The employer deducts PT from salary and deposits it with the state government, along with its own employer PT registration and returns where applicable.
Is this an official professional tax calculator?
No. It is a free, unofficial tool by XoMB HR. Professional tax rates are set by each state and can change in any state budget — always check your state's latest notification.
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This is not an official calculator of the Government of India, the Income Tax Department, EPFO, ESIC or any state government. It is a free tool by XoMB Technologies to make everyday HR work easier. Rules, rates and limits change every year through budgets, notifications and court rulings, and your organisation's policy may differ. Results are estimates only and are not legal, tax or financial advice — confirm with the official source or a qualified CA / labour law consultant before acting. Rules last reviewed on 23 October 2026.