Professional Tax Calculator
Estimate your monthly and annual professional tax based on your salary and state.
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₹200
Monthly professional tax
AI explanation
Formula
Looked up from state-specific salary slabs, capped at ₹2,500/year (the constitutional ceiling under Article 276)Worked example
₹50,000 monthly salary, Maharashtra
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Monthly gross salary | 50000 |
| State | maharashtra |
| Monthly professional tax | 200 |
| Annual professional tax | 2400 |
Assumptions
- Uses simplified, commonly cited slabs for a few major states — actual professional tax rules vary by state, sometimes by gender, and change periodically. This is illustrative, not a substitute for checking your specific state's current notification.
- Article 276 of the Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500/year regardless of state.
- Informational only.
Frequently asked questions
Is professional tax the same in every state?
No — professional tax is levied by state governments (or local bodies), so rates and slabs differ significantly by state, and some states (like Delhi and Haryana) don't levy it at all.
What is the maximum professional tax I can be charged?
Article 276 of the Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 per year, regardless of which state you're in.
Is professional tax deductible from income tax?
Yes — professional tax paid is deductible from gross salary income under the old tax regime when computing taxable income (it is not deductible under the new regime).
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Sources
- The Constitution of India — Article 276 — Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. Effective 26-01-1950, reviewed 13-09-2026.
This calculator provides a general estimate only and does not constitute tax advice. Professional tax rates vary by state and change periodically — verify with your specific state's professional tax department.
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