Profession Tax Services

PROFESSION TAX REGISTRATION

  1. Individual / Self-employed Registration
  2. Employer Registration (Company / Establishment)
  3. Employee Enrollment (through employer)

INDIVIDUAL PROFESSION TAX REGISTRATION

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Address Proof (Electricity Bill / Ration Card)
  • Passport size photo
  • Mobile Number & Email ID
  • Nature of Profession (e.g., Consultant, Contractor)
  • Bank Account Details

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Visit Local Body Office / Online Portal

Go to Corporation/Municipality office or official portal.

Step 2: Get Application Form

Ask for:

  • Profession Tax Registration Form (Individual)

Step 3: Fill Details

Provide:

  • Name & Address
  • Profession Type
  • Monthly Income Slab

Step 4: Attach Documents

Submit all required documents with self-attestation.

Step 5: Submit Application

Submit to Revenue/Tax Section.

Step 6: Verification

Officer verifies details.

Step 7: Receive Registration Number

You will get:

  • Profession Tax Registration ID

Step 8: Pay Tax

Pay half-yearly or yearly based on slab.

EMPLOYER / ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION

Required Documents

  • PAN Card of Business
  • GST Certificate (if applicable)
  • Trade License
  • Incorporation Certificate (Company / Firm)
  • Address Proof of Business
  • Employee Details List
  • Owner/Director ID Proof
  • Bank Details
  • Mobile & Email

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Apply to Local Body

Visit Corporation / Municipality office.

Step 2: Fill Employer Registration Form

  • Establishment Name
  • Business Type
  • Number of Employees

Step 3: Submit Employee Details

Provide salary structure for tax slab calculation.

Step 4: Attach Documents

Submit all business-related documents.

Step 5: Verification

Inspection may be conducted.

Step 6: Registration Approval

Get:

  • Employer Profession Tax Registration Number

Step 7: Deduct Tax

Employer must deduct tax from employees.

Step 8: File Returns

Submit periodic returns (monthly/half-yearly).

EMPLOYEE PROFESSION TAX (THROUGH EMPLOYER)

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Employee ID / Appointment Letter
  • Salary Details

Process

Step 1: Employer Enrollment

Employer registers employee.

Step 2: Salary Declaration

Employee income determines tax slab.

Step 3: Tax Deduction

Employer deducts tax from salary.

Step 4: Payment to Government

Employer pays tax to local authority.

PROFESSION TAX SLAB (Typical Kerala Example)

Monthly Income Tax Amount
Up to ₹12,000 Nil
₹12,001–₹17,999 ₹120
₹18,000+ ₹180

(May vary slightly by local body)

PAYMENT FREQUENCY

  • Half-Yearly (common in Kerala)
  • Due Dates:
    • 30th September
    • 31st March

PENALTIES

  • Late payment → Fine + Interest
  • Non-registration → Penalty
  • False information → Legal action

PRACTICAL TIPS

  • Always keep payment receipts
  • Maintain employee salary records
  • Renew trade license before applying
  • Use online payment if available