Professional Tax Registration
Last updated: 14 Oct 2026
Professional Tax in Maharashtra — employers with employees in Maharashtra must register for PT. Employee deduction based on salary slabs (maximum ₹2,500/year for salary >₹10,000/month). Monthly return filing. Virtual Auditor's Mumbai office handles PT registration and compliance. Quick Answer: Professional Tax Registration — Mumbai — Professional Tax Registration — Mumbai online by CA firm. Expert filing and compliance support. Virtual Auditor.
Professional Tax Registration — Mumbai is a service offered by Virtual Auditor, an AI-powered CA and IBBI Registered Valuer firm (IBBI/RV/03/2019/12333) led by CA V. Viswanathan (FCA, ACS, CFE, IBBI RV), specialising in professional CA and CS services, from offices in Chennai, Bangalore, and Mumbai since 2012.
Official References: MCA Filing Portal ↗ · SPICe+ Form ↗
Maharashtra Professional Tax Slabs
| Monthly Salary | PT Amount (Men) | PT Amount (Women) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹7,500 | Nil | Nil |
| ₹7,501-₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra) | ₹175/month | ₹175/month |
| Above ₹10,000 | ₹200/month (₹300 in Feb) | Nil (up to ₹25,000) |
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Which city offices does Virtual Auditor have?
Chennai (HQ): G-131 Spencer Plaza, Anna Salai 600002. Phone: +91 99622 60333. Bangalore: 7th Floor, Mahalakshmi Chambers, 29, MG Road 560001. Phone: +91 9513939333. Mumbai: Workafella, Goregaon West 400062. Phone: +91 7700089597.
Do you provide services pan-India?
Yes. All services delivered pan-India. Physical offices in Chennai, Bangalore, and Mumbai for in-person consultations. Valuations, tax filings, and advisory work are digital-first.
Professional Tax Rates in Maharashtra (2024-25)
Maharashtra levies professional tax under the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1975. Both employers (PTRC) and self-employed persons (PTEC) must register separately.
| Monthly Salary Range | Monthly PT (Male) | Monthly PT (Female) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹7,500 | Nil | Nil |
| ₹7,501 to ₹10,000 | ₹175 | Nil (up to ₹25,000) |
| Above ₹10,000 | ₹200 (₹300 in Feb) | ₹200 (₹300 in Feb) |
PTRC (employer): Mandatory for all employers in Maharashtra. Monthly return filing and challan payment by last day of month. Online registration through mahagst.gov.in portal.
PTEC (self-employed): CAs, lawyers, doctors, architects, and other professionals earning above ₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)/month must enrol separately and pay ₹2,500/year directly.
Penalty: Late payment interest 1.25% per month. Non-filing penalty equal to tax amount. The employer is personally liable for employee PT deduction even if not deducted.
Virtual Auditor's Mumbai office at Workafella, Goregaon West handles PTRC and PTEC registration, monthly compliance, and represents clients before the PT authorities for disputes.
Source: Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1975. Maharashtra GST Portal ↗
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Outcome: Certificate of Incorporation received in 6 working days. PAN/TAN/GST registration allotted simultaneously through SPICe+. DPIIT recognition approved within 48 hours of incorporation. The angel round closed within 3 weeks of engagement.
When Is Professional Tax Registration Not Required?
Professional Tax registration may not be required when: (a) all employees earn below Rs 7,500/month (PT exemption threshold in Maharashtra), (b) the business has no employees or professionals subject to PT, (c) the entity is specifically exempt under the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions Act, or (d) PT is already being handled by the employer. Maharashtra charges a maximum of Rs 2,500/year per person.
What You Receive
Upon completion of the professional tax registration engagement, you will receive: Certificate of Registration/Incorporation from the relevant authority, PAN and TAN allotment (where applicable), certified copies of constitutional documents (MOA/AOA/LLP Agreement/Trust Deed), digital copies of all filed forms with acknowledgment receipts, and a post-registration compliance checklist with due dates for the first year.
All deliverables are reviewed by CA V. Viswanathan (FCA, ACS, CFE, IBBI RV) before release to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
PT rate in Maharashtra?
Maximum ₹2,500/year per employee. Payable monthly. Maharashtra Professional Tax rates are slab-based.
What is professional tax in Maharashtra?
Tax under Maharashtra Professions Act, 1975. Maximum Rs 2,500/year. Both employer (PTRC) and self-employed (PTEC) needed.
What are PT rates in Maharashtra?
Up to Rs 7,500: Nil. Rs 7,501-10,000: Rs 175/month. Above Rs 10,000: Rs 200/month (Rs 300 in February).
What is PTRC vs PTEC?
PTRC: employer registration to deduct from employees. PTEC: self-employed persons pay own PT directly. Both needed if applicable.
How to register online?
Through mahagst.gov.in portal. Submit PAN, CoI, address proof, employee list. Registration within 7-10 days.
What is penalty for non-compliance?
Non-registration: Rs 5/day. Late payment: 1.25%/month interest. Non-filing: penalty up to tax amount due.
Which Registrar of Companies handles filings for a company in Mumbai?
ROC Mumbai (Mumbai region) / ROC Pune (Pune region) has jurisdiction over companies with a registered office in Maharashtra. Virtual Auditor files SPICe+, PAS-3, SH-7 and annual returns with that office on your behalf.
Which Shops and Establishments Act applies to a new business in Mumbai?
The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017 applies in Maharashtra, and professional tax is applicable. Virtual Auditor completes these registrations alongside incorporation.
Do you have an office in Mumbai?
Yes. Mumbai office: Workafella, AK Estate, SV Road, off Veer Savarkar Flyover, Goregaon West, Mumbai 400062. Meetings are by appointment on +91 9962260333.
Which registration do I need for this activity and location?
It depends on what you do and where you operate. Common registrations: GST, when turnover crosses the threshold or the law requires registration regardless of turnover; a Shops and Establishments registration from the state for each office or shop; Udyam registration for MSME benefits; an Import Export Code from the DGFT before importing or exporting goods or services for business; an FSSAI registration or licence for a food business; ESI and EPF registration once you employ the number of people the law specifies; professional tax in states that levy it; and a trade licence from the local municipal body for many trades. Tell us your activity, states and premises, and we list the registrations that apply, the documents for each, and any renewals.