Professional Tax Calculator India — State-wise Deduction
Real-World Examples — 2026
₹50,000/month salary in Maharashtra
Maharashtra professional tax: ₹10,000–₹20,000 salary = ₹150/month; above ₹20,000 = ₹200/month. At ₹50,000 salary: ₹200/month (₹2,400/year). Deductible from income tax. At 30% bracket, saves ₹720 in income tax.
₹2 lakh/month salary in Karnataka
Karnataka professional tax: above ₹15,000/month = ₹200/month (₹2,400/year). The maximum is the same regardless of salary level. No professional tax in Delhi — salaried employees in Delhi save ₹2,400/year vs Maharashtra.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is professional tax in India?
Professional tax is a state-level tax on salaried employees, self-employed, and professionals. Maximum rate: ₹2,500/year (₹200–₹250/month). Employers deduct it from salary and deposit with the state government. It is deductible from taxable income under Section 16 of the Income Tax Act.
Who pays professional tax in India?
Employees working in states that levy professional tax: Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and others. Some states (Delhi, Rajasthan, UP, Haryana) do not levy professional tax. Self-employed individuals are directly liable.
Is professional tax deductible from income tax?
Yes. Professional tax paid is fully deductible from gross salary under Section 16(iii) before computing income from salary. At ₹2,400/year, this saves ₹720 in tax (at 30% slab). A small but legitimate deduction available under both old and new tax regimes.
Is the Professional Tax Calculator free?
Yes, completely free on CalcPhi.
Are my inputs stored?
No. Calculations run in your browser.
Is it mobile-friendly?
Yes. Works on all smartphones.