Professional Tax in Madhya Pradesh is governed under The Madhya Pradesh Vritti Kar Adhiniyam, 1995, along with the corresponding Madhya Pradesh Vritti Kar Niyam, 1995. The tax is applicable to professionals, traders, employers, and businesses operating within the state.
This guide covers everything you need to know about Madhya Pradesh Professional Tax—its applicability, required documents, registration procedure, tax rates, and filing of returns.
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The following are liable to pay Professional Tax under the Act:
- Every person or employer to whom the Act applies
- Employers are responsible for deducting PT from employees’ salaries and remitting it to the state government
There are currently no specific exemptions provided under the Act.
Documents Required for PT Registration in Madhya Pradesh
To register under MP Professional Tax, the following documents are required:
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- PAN Card
- Lease Agreement (if applicable)
- Bank Account details
- Name and nature of business activities of the firm/organisation
- Employer’s Address Proof and ID Proof along with Photographs
- Employee list with salary details
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Madhya Pradesh PT Registration Process
- Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://mptax.mp.gov.in/mpvatweb/
Eligible employers and professionals can submit their applications and documents online through the official portal.
Madhya Pradesh Professional Tax Slab Rates
PT in Madhya Pradesh is levied based on annual income and is payable in monthly instalments. The current slab rates are:
| Annual Salary Range (INR) | Annual PT Payable | Monthly Payable Amount |
| Upto ₹ 2,25,000 | ₹ 0 (Nil) | Nil |
| ₹ 2,25,001 to ₹ 3,00,000 | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 125 per month |
| ₹ 3,00,001 to ₹ 4,00,000 | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 166 for 11 months + ₹ 174 for 12th month |
| Above ₹ 4,00,001 | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 208 for 11 months + ₹ 212 for 12th month |
Filing of Returns for Madhya Pradesh PT
Employers are required to file PT returns according to the following schedule:
| Filing Frequency | Due Date |
| Monthly | On or before 10th of every month |
| Quarterly (every 3 months) | Starting from 15th of January |
Conclusion:
Professional Tax compliance is a statutory requirement for businesses and professionals in Madhya Pradesh. Ensuring timely registration, tax deduction, and regular filing of returns is key to maintaining compliance and avoiding penalties.
For more details and to complete the registration process, visit the official MP tax portal: https://mptax.mp.gov.in/mpvatweb/
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