Professional Tax in Telangana
Professional tax slabs, due dates and employer obligations in Telangana.
Telangana levies professional tax on salaries and wages. The slabs below show how much is deducted based on monthly gross earnings.
PT slabs in Telangana
| Monthly gross salary | PT deduction |
|---|---|
| ₹0 – ₹15,000 | ₹0 |
| ₹15,001 – ₹20,000 | ₹150 |
| Above ₹20,001 | ₹200 |
Due dates
Deducted monthly and remitted as per the state-specified due date, usually by the 10th–20th of the following month.
Registration
Employers must obtain a professional tax registration for Telangana and file monthly or periodic returns as applicable.
Penalties
Late registration, deduction or payment can attract interest and penalties under the state PT Act.
Employer responsibility
Employers must deduct PT from the employee’s salary each month, deposit it with the state treasury and file periodic returns.
Use the calculator
Try the professional tax calculator to see the exact deduction for a specific salary.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Telangana charge professional tax?
- Yes. Telangana has the following professional tax slabs.
- How often is professional tax deducted in Telangana?
- It is deducted monthly from salary.