Professional tax · FY 2026-27
Professional tax in Gujarat
The slabs for salaried employees in Gujarat, when the employer pays, and a calculator. For companies in Ahmedabad and Surat and across the state.
Slabs
Based on monthly gross salary.
| Monthly gross salary | Professional tax |
|---|---|
| Below ₹12,000 | Nil |
| ₹12,000 and above | ₹200 a month |
When the employer pays: By the 15th of the following month.
Calculator
Professional tax in Gujarat
₹2,400 a year
₹200 a month.
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Vijaya Rise deducts professional tax for each employee by their state, along with PF, ESI and TDS, and reminds you before every due date. Free for up to 10 employees.
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Common questions
Who has to pay professional tax in Gujarat?
Salaried employees working in Gujarat whose salary is above the nil slab. The employer deducts it from salary and pays it to the state.
What is the maximum professional tax in Gujarat?
The Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 a year per person, so no state can charge more than that.
When does the employer pay professional tax in Gujarat?
By the 15th of the following month.
Is professional tax deductible from income tax?
Yes, in the old tax regime the professional tax paid is deducted from salary income. The new tax regime does not allow it.
Does the employer need to register?
Yes. Employers with staff in Gujarat register with the state for professional tax (and in many states the business itself pays an annual amount). Register before the first salary that attracts PT.
Rates as used in Vijaya Rise payroll, re-checked against state notifications on 25 October 2026. States revise these from time to time: confirm with your CA or the state commercial tax department before filing.