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Professional tax in Punjab

Professional tax in Punjab

The yearly rate for a business in Punjab, the deduction from staff salaries, the due date and where to pay.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Rate for a business

₹200 a month (₹2,400 a year) on salary and wages, as stated in the department's FAQ (To confirm other categories)

Pay by

Employers deduct from salary and deposit; dates To confirm

Enrol

Not confirmed

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 Punjab it is collected by the Excise and Taxation Department, Punjab.

Deduction from staff salaries

Deduct ₹200 a month from salary (To confirm).

Yearly rate for the business

Yearly turnover	Official fee
Any turnover	₹200 a month (₹2,400 a year) on salary and wages, as stated in the department's FAQ (To confirm other categories)

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 psdt.punjab.gov.in.
Pay the official fee: ₹200 a month (₹2,400 a year) on salary and wages, as stated in the department's FAQ (To confirm other categories).
Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Employers deduct from salary and deposit; dates To confirm.

Where to apply

Excise and Taxation Department, Punjab. Official portal: psdt.punjab.gov.in.

Common questions

Who has to pay professional tax in Punjab?

Businesses and employers in Punjab, collected by the Excise and Taxation Department, Punjab. An employer also deducts it from staff salaries.

How much is professional tax in Punjab?

For a business the rate is ₹200 a month (₹2,400 a year) on salary and wages, as stated in the department's FAQ (To confirm other categories). 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 Punjab?

Employers deduct from salary and deposit; dates To confirm. Not confirmed.

Where do I pay professional tax in Punjab?

On psdt.punjab.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.