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Professional Tax Calculator — Tamil Nadu

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State: Tamil Naduchange state
Professional tax (per month)
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Professional tax (per year, FY 2026-27)
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No state can charge more than ₹2,500/year in professional tax (Article 276).

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Levied half-yearly by local body; monthly shown as equivalent. Varies by corporation. // VERIFY

Professional tax in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu levies professional tax in 6 salary slabs, from ₹0 up to ₹208/month at the top slab. Under Article 276 of the Constitution, no state can charge more than ₹2,500/year, so Tamil Nadu's top slab is structured to land at or near this cap over 12 months.

Monthly salary up toPT per month
Up to ₹21,000₹0
Up to ₹30,000₹22
Up to ₹45,000₹52
Up to ₹60,000₹115
Up to ₹75,000₹171
Above ₹75,000₹208

Worked example

Say you earn ₹40,000/month in Tamil Nadu. That works out to ₹52/month in professional tax, or about ₹624/year — enter your own salary above to see your exact figure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the professional tax slab in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu's professional tax is charged in slabs based on monthly salary, ranging from ₹0 up to ₹208/month at the top slab. Levied half-yearly by local body; monthly shown as equivalent. Varies by corporation.

Is professional tax in Tamil Nadu capped?

Yes — Article 276 of the Constitution caps professional tax at ₹2,500 per person per year, regardless of how high a state's own slabs go. Tamil Nadu's top slab is structured to land at or near this cap.

Is professional tax the same as income tax?

No. Professional tax is a small state-level levy on employment, capped at ₹2,500/year, separate from — and far smaller than — the central income tax computed on your total taxable income.

This tool is for estimation only and is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult a qualified CA for your specific situation.

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