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Professional tax in Assam
The yearly rate for a business in Assam, the deduction from staff salaries, the due date and where to pay.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Rate for a business
₹2,500 a year for most businesses and professionals with income of ₹3 lakh or more (₹1,800 or ₹2,160 for lower slabs). Dealers pay by yearly turnover: nil up to ₹4 lakh, ₹1,000 up to ₹7 lakh, ₹1,500 up to ₹10 lakh, ₹2,500 above. Staff pay: nil up to ₹10,000 a month, then ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a month
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What it is and who pays
Professional tax is a state tax. A business or its owner pays a yearly amount, and an employer also deducts it from staff salaries and pays it to the state. In Assam it is collected by the Taxes Department, Assam.
Deduction from staff salaries
Deduct ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a month by salary band, as in the schedule.
Yearly rate for the business
| Yearly turnover | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Any turnover | ₹2,500 a year for most businesses and professionals with income of ₹3 lakh or more (₹1,800 or ₹2,160 for lower slabs). Dealers pay by yearly turnover: nil up to ₹4 lakh, ₹1,000 up to ₹7 lakh, ₹1,500 up to ₹10 lakh, ₹2,500 above. Staff pay: nil up to ₹10,000 a month, then ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a month |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- PAN
- Aadhaar
- Business address proof
- GST or Shops and Establishments certificate
- Employee list with salaries
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Enrol: Not confirmed.
- Apply online at tax.assam.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: ₹2,500 a year for most businesses and professionals with income of ₹3 lakh or more (₹1,800 or ₹2,160 for lower slabs). Dealers pay by yearly turnover: nil up to ₹4 lakh, ₹1,000 up to ₹7 lakh, ₹1,500 up to ₹10 lakh, ₹2,500 above. Staff pay: nil up to ₹10,000 a month, then ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a month.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Not confirmed.
Where to apply
Taxes Department, Assam. Official portal: tax.assam.gov.in.
Common questions
Who has to pay professional tax in Assam?
Businesses and employers in Assam, collected by the Taxes Department, Assam. An employer also deducts it from staff salaries.
How much is professional tax in Assam?
For a business the rate is ₹2,500 a year for most businesses and professionals with income of ₹3 lakh or more (₹1,800 or ₹2,160 for lower slabs). Dealers pay by yearly turnover: nil up to ₹4 lakh, ₹1,000 up to ₹7 lakh, ₹1,500 up to ₹10 lakh, ₹2,500 above. Staff pay: nil up to ₹10,000 a month, then ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a month. Check the table above for your business and turnover.
When is professional tax due in Assam?
Not confirmed. Not confirmed.
Where do I pay professional tax in Assam?
On tax.assam.gov.in.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.
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