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Professional Tax: Meghalaya

In this section, we will discuss in detail the states that collect professional tax, including the slab rates and the last day to pay the tax in each state.

Tax Deduction Period:Monthly

Deadline For Remitting Tax

Professional tax in Kerala is paid on a half-yearly basis. The tax for the first half of the year (April to September) should be paid by the 31st of August, while the tax for the second half of the year (October to March) should be paid by the end of February. Government authorities may impose a fine of Rs. 5,000 on employers for non-payment of professional tax. In case of delayed payment, the employer will be liable to pay a penalty of 1% per month on the outstanding amount.

Tax Slab
Monthly Salary Tax Per Month
Up to Rs. 4,166 Nil
From Rs. 4,167 to Rs. 6,250 Rs.16.50
From Rs. 6,251 to Rs. 8,333 Rs.25
From Rs. 8,334 to Rs. 12,500 Rs.41.50
From Rs. 12,501 to Rs. 16,666 Rs.62.50
From Rs. 16,667 to Rs. 20,833 Rs.83.33
From Rs. 20,834 to Rs. 25,000 Rs.104.16
From Rs. 25,001 to Rs. 29,166 Rs.125
From Rs. 29,167 to Rs. 33,333 Rs.150
From Rs. 33,334 to Rs. 37,500 Rs.175
From Rs. 37,501 to Rs. 41,666 Rs.200
41,667 and above Rs.208