Professional Tax

Professional Tax (KA) Due Date — Filing Calendar 2026-27

Due Date

20th of every month

Monthly

What is Professional Tax (KA)?

Professional Tax in Karnataka is levied under the Karnataka Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employment Act, 1976. Employers must deduct PT from employees earning above ₹15,000 per month and deposit by the 20th of each month.

Who files it?

All employers with employees in Karnataka earning above ₹15,000 per month must deduct and deposit professional tax. Self-employed professionals in Karnataka also pay annual PT.

Filed with

Karnataka Commercial Taxes Department

https://www.ctax.kar.nic.in

Late Fee & Penalty

Penalty of 10% of tax due for late payment. Interest at 1.25% per month on outstanding amounts.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Professional Tax (KA)

What are the Professional Tax slabs in Karnataka?

Monthly salary up to ₹15,000: Nil. ₹15,001–₹25,000: ₹150/month. ₹25,001–₹35,000: ₹200/month. Above ₹35,000: ₹200/month. Annual maximum is ₹2,400.

What is the PT due date in Karnataka?

PT must be deposited by the 20th of every month.

Is PT registration mandatory in Karnataka?

Yes. Employers must register under the Karnataka PT Act within 30 days of employing staff. Registration is obtained from the Commercial Tax Officer of the relevant district.

What is the difference between Employer Registration and Employee Enrollment in PT?

Employer Registration is for businesses that deduct PT from employees. Employee Enrollment (EC) is for self-employed individuals and professionals who are personally liable to pay PT.

Related Deadlines

Professional Tax (MH)

Professional Tax Maharashtra due date is 28th of every month. PT slab rates for MH, registration, and monthly payment calendar for FY 2026-27.

Professional Tax (GJ)

Professional Tax Gujarat annual return due date is 31st March. PT registration, annual rates, and Gujarat PT compliance calendar for FY 2026-27.

Professional Tax (TN)

Professional Tax Tamil Nadu due dates: 30th April and 30th October (half-yearly). PT rates, registration, and Tamil Nadu PT calendar for FY 2026-27.

Professional Tax (WB)

Professional Tax West Bengal due date is 21st of every month. PT slab rates, registration, and West Bengal PT payment calendar for FY 2026-27.

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