Professional Tax in Jharkhand
Current PT slabs, a calculator, due dates and registration rules for employers in Jharkhand.
Last reviewed: September 2026 · Jharkhand Tax on Profession, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 2011
Monthly deduction
₹100
average per month
Tax per year
₹1,200
Annual income: ₹4,80,000
Annual PT
₹1,200
Max ₹2,500 under Art. 276
For estimation only. This calculator applies the rules as we understand them on September 2026. It is not legal or tax advice. Verify with the official notification or consult a Chartered Accountant / labour-law professional before filing or changing payroll.
Jharkhand PT slabs
| Annual income | Professional tax |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹3,00,000 | Nil |
| ₹3,00,001 – ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,200 |
| ₹5,00,001 – ₹8,00,000 | ₹1,800 |
| ₹8,00,001 – ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,100 |
| Above ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,500 |
Due dates
Per the Jharkhand Commercial Taxes schedule.
Registration
Register on the Jharkhand Commercial Taxes portal (jharkhandcomtax.gov.in).
Penalty for non-payment
Interest and penalty as prescribed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the professional tax slab in Jharkhand?
Jharkhand charges PT on annual income. The highest slab is ₹2,500 per year for income above ₹10,00,000.
When is professional tax due in Jharkhand?
Per the Jharkhand Commercial Taxes schedule.
How do employers register for PT in Jharkhand?
Register on the Jharkhand Commercial Taxes portal (jharkhandcomtax.gov.in).
What is the penalty for late PT payment in Jharkhand?
Interest and penalty as prescribed.
Can professional tax exceed ₹2,500 a year?
No. Article 276(2) of the Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 per person per year.