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

Rate for a business

₹2,500 a year

Pay by

Pay every year by 15 June

Enrol

Enrol within 30 days of starting

Official rate To confirm 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 Maharashtra it is collected by the Maharashtra GST Department.

Deduction from staff salaries

Deduct up to ₹200 a month (₹300 in February) from staff salaries above the state threshold and file PTRC returns. In a partnership, each partner pays ₹2,500 instead of the firm.

Yearly rate for the business

Yearly turnover	Official fee
Up to ₹40 lakh	₹2,500 a year (₹2,000 for GST dealers up to ₹25 lakh turnover)
Above ₹40 lakh	₹2,500 a year

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 within 30 days of starting.
Apply online at mahagst.gov.in.
Pay the official fee: ₹2,500 a year.
Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Pay every year by 15 June.

Where to apply

Maharashtra GST Department. Official portal: mahagst.gov.in.

Common questions

Who has to pay professional tax in Maharashtra?

Businesses and employers in Maharashtra, collected by the Maharashtra GST Department. An employer also deducts it from staff salaries.

How much is professional tax in Maharashtra?

For a business the rate is ₹2,500 a year. We have not yet matched this to an official page, so please treat it as to confirm. Check the table above for your business and turnover.

When is professional tax due in Maharashtra?

Pay every year by 15 June. Enrol within 30 days of starting.

Where do I pay professional tax in Maharashtra?

On mahagst.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.