Calculate your monthly Professional Tax (PT) deduction for your state. Covers Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, AP, Telangana, Gujarat, MP and more.
Professional Tax (PT) is a state-level tax levied on salaried employees and professionals. It is deducted monthly from your salary and deposited with the state government. The maximum PT payable is ₹2,500 per year under the Constitution. Not all states levy PT.
Yes. Professional Tax paid is deductible under Section 16(iii) of the Income Tax Act — available under both Old and New Tax Regimes. It reduces your gross salary for tax purposes. Maximum deduction: ₹2,500 per year (the constitutional cap on PT).