Professional Tax in Gujarat (2026): Rates, Due Date and How to Pay

Rate for a business

₹2,000 a year for companies and professionals; nil to ₹2,500 for dealers by turnover

Pay by

Pay every year

Enrol

Enrol when you start

Official rate Checked on official site Source

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 Gujarat it is collected by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Profession Tax Dept.

Deduction from staff salaries

Deduct ₹200 a month from staff earning ₹12,000 a month or more.

Yearly rate for the business

Yearly turnover	Official fee
Any turnover	₹2,000 a year for companies and professionals; nil to ₹2,500 for dealers by turnover

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: Enrol when you start.
Apply online at ahmedabadcity.gov.in.
Pay the official fee: ₹2,000 a year for companies and professionals; nil to ₹2,500 for dealers by turnover.
Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Pay every year.

Where to apply

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Profession Tax Dept. Official portal: ahmedabadcity.gov.in.

Common questions

Who has to pay professional tax in Gujarat?

Businesses and employers in Gujarat, collected by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Profession Tax Dept. An employer also deducts it from staff salaries.

How much is professional tax in Gujarat?

For a business the rate is ₹2,000 a year for companies and professionals; nil to ₹2,500 for dealers by turnover. Check the table above for your business and turnover.

When is professional tax due in Gujarat?

Pay every year. Enrol when you start.

Where do I pay professional tax in Gujarat?

On ahmedabadcity.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.