Meghalaya
Professional Tax Act Information
Any individual, employer, or business liable to pay Professional Tax under the applicable State Professional Tax Act.
Not Applicable
Government of Meghalaya
Professional Tax Slabs
Professional Tax payable based on the employee's earned salary.
| S. No. | Salary | Professional Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Up to ₹50,000 | Nil |
| 02 | ₹50,001 to ₹75,000 | ₹200 per annum |
| 03 | ₹75,001 to ₹1,00,000 | ₹300 per annum |
| 04 | ₹1,00,001 to ₹1,50,000 | ₹500 per annum |
| 05 | ₹1,50,001 to ₹2,00,000 | ₹750 per annum |
| 06 | ₹2,00,001 to ₹2,50,000 | ₹1,000 per annum |
| 07 | ₹2,50,001 to ₹3,00,000 | ₹1,250 per annum |
| 08 | ₹3,00,001 to ₹3,50,000 | ₹1,500 per annum |
| 09 | ₹3,50,001 to ₹4,00,000 | ₹1,800 per annum |
| 10 | ₹4,00,001 to ₹4,50,000 | ₹2,100 per annum |
| 11 | ₹4,50,001 to ₹5,00,000 | ₹2,400 per annum |
| 12 | ₹5,00,001 and above | ₹2,500 per annum |
Professional Tax Compliance Summary
Check Applicability
Identify employees covered under the applicable Meghalaya Professional Tax salary slabs and exclude eligible exempt categories.
Calculate Monthly Deduction
Deduct Professional Tax from each covered employee based on the applicable monthly gross salary slab.
Maintain Payroll Records
Record employee-wise salary, slab, deduction and payment details for payroll reconciliation and statutory verification.
Remit and File on Time
Deposit the deducted Professional Tax and submit the prescribed return within the applicable statutory timeline.