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Professional Tax Registration Services in India
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OverviewProfessional Tax (P.T.) is a state-level tax applicable to employers, salaried individuals, and professionals like CA, doctors, and consultants. States like Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and others mandate P.T. registration and monthly/annual payments. Start Bharat helps you register correctly under relevant state laws, prepare salary slabs, obtain certificates, and file returns — saving you from notices, fines, and compliance errors.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s P.T. registration service is perfect for salaried firms, professionals, and employers with state operations.
Companies With Employees in P.T. States
Any employer with staff on payroll in states where professional tax is mandatory.
Self-Employed Professionals & Practitioners
Individuals like doctors, freelancers, architects, or consultants practicing in states with P.T. laws.
Startups Hiring First Employees in Cities
New ventures onboarding salaried team members in P.T. zones like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata.
Educational Institutions or Training Firms
Institutions registered under societies or trusts with salaried staff and professional teaching licenses.
Businesses With Multi-State Payroll
Firms managing employees across branches in different states needing P.T. state-wise compliance.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat ensures your P.T. registration and returns are complete, timely, and state-compliant.
Benefits P.T. compliance ensures you avoid legal complications and maintain a clean state tax profile.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat completes your Professional Tax registration in just 4 guided steps.
Collect Business, Staff & Location Details
You provide business PAN, address, employee data, and salary structure for verification.
Prepare Application & Submit to State Dept
We prepare all forms, attach supporting documents, and file the application via the state-specific P.T. portal.
Receive P.T. Certificate (PTRC/Enrollment)
The department issues a P.T. registration or enrollment certificate with valid registration number.
Post-Registration Advisory & Return Guide
We share advisory on payment timelines, return frequency, and how to comply going forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
No. Only states that have enacted the P.T. Act require registration — like Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, etc.
Yes, if practicing in a P.T. applicable state, professionals must register individually even if not employing others.
PTRC is for employers deducting P.T. from employees. PTEC is for professionals who pay tax for their own practice.
You’ll need PAN, address proof, employee salary details, registration certificate, bank details, and ID of signatory.
Typically 5–10 working days, depending on the state and document accuracy.
It’s optional. We offer monthly/annual return filing for a nominal additional fee based on state regulations.