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Professional Tax Registration

Last updated: 3 Nov 2026

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Mumbai — the local picture for professional tax registration

Mumbai is India's financial capital — RBI, SEBI, BSE and NSE, the fund houses and private-equity firms of BKC and Nariman Point, media in Andheri and Lower Parel, pharma and engineering in the suburbs — and the busiest jurisdiction for company law and insolvency. Virtual Auditor's Mumbai office is in Goregaon West. ROC Mumbai, the Bombay High Court, NCLT Mumbai and ITAT Mumbai are all in the city. For professional tax registration this means incorporation and annual filings go to ROC Mumbai (Mumbai region) / ROC Pune (Pune region), the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017 applies from the first employee, and professional tax is applicable.

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 >₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)/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.

What is Professional Tax Registration — Mumbai?

Maharashtra Professional Tax Slabs

Monthly SalaryPT Amount (Men)PT Amount (Women)
Up to ₹7,500NilNil
₹7,501-₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)₹175/month₹175/month
Above ₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)₹200/month (₹300 in Feb)Nil (up to ₹25,000)

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 RangeMonthly PT (Male)Monthly PT (Female)
Up to ₹7,500NilNil
₹7,501 to ₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)₹175Nil (up to ₹25,000)
Above ₹5,999 (professional fees only; govt fees and stamp duty extra)₹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.

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Step-by-Step Process

    Step 1

    Register on Maharashtra PTRC portal

      Step 2

      Submit PAN, CoI, and employee details

        Step 3

        Receive PTRC and PTEC numbers

          Step 4

          Deduct PT from employee salaries monthly

            Step 5

            File monthly returns by last day of month

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            When This Service Is 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: the Professional Tax Enrolment Certificate (PTEC) for the business and its owner and the Professional Tax Registration Certificate (PTRC) for employee deductions, both issued by the Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax Department, the portal login for PTRC returns, the first return filed with its payment challan, and the return calendar (monthly or annual, depending on the previous year's liability).

            All deliverables are reviewed by CA V. Viswanathan (FCA, ACS, CFE, IBBI RV) before release to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

            Timeline and Turnaround

            Name approval: 1-3 working days. SPICe+ incorporation: 3-6 working days after name approval. LLP incorporation: 5-8 working days.

            Timelines assume prompt submission of complete documents and information.

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            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. 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.
            Which city offices does Virtual Auditor have?
            Chennai (HQ): G-131 Spencer Plaza, Anna Salai. Phone: +91 99622 60333. Bangalore: 7th Floor, Mahalakshmi Chambers, 29, MG Road. Phone: +91 95139 39333. Mumbai: Workafella, Goregaon West. Phone: +91 77000 89597.
            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.

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            Step 3

            Receive PTRC and PTEC numbers

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            Step 5

            File monthly returns by last day of month

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            Mumbai: compliance facts for professional tax registration

            Mumbai is India's financial capital — RBI, SEBI, BSE and NSE, the fund houses and private-equity firms of BKC and Nariman Point, media in Andheri and Lower Parel, pharma and engineering in the suburbs — and the busiest jurisdiction for company law and insolvency. Virtual Auditor's Mumbai office is in Goregaon West. ROC Mumbai, the Bombay High Court, NCLT Mumbai and ITAT Mumbai are all in the city. For professional tax registration this means incorporation and annual filings go to ROC Mumbai (Mumbai region) / ROC Pune (Pune region), the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017 applies from the first employee, and professional tax is applicable.

            Which authorities handle professional tax registration for a business in Mumbai?

            Registrar of CompaniesROC Mumbai (Mumbai region) / ROC Pune (Pune region)
            Shops and Establishments ActMaharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017
            Professional taxApplicable in Maharashtra
            State startup policyMaharashtra State Innovation and Startup Policy, 2018
            Startup nodal agencyMaharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS)
            Stamp ActMaharashtra Stamp Act, 1958
            Virtual Auditor officeMumbai office — Workafella, AK Estate, SV Road, off Veer Savarkar Flyover, Goregaon West, Mumbai

            Mumbai companies file with ROC Mumbai (Mumbai region) / ROC Pune (Pune region); writ remedies lie before the Bombay High Court; company-law and insolvency matters go to the NCLT Mumbai.

            Checked 2026-10-14 against MCA · NCLT · CBIC · ITAT.