Professional Tax in Jharkhand
Jharkhand levies professional tax under the Jharkhand Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 2011. Here's the full slab table, due dates, registration process, and exemptions.
Updated: 22 August 2026Jharkhand Professional Tax Slab Rates
| Income Range (monthly) | Tax Amount |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹3,00,000/year | Nil |
| ₹3,00,001 – ₹5,00,000/year | ₹1,200/year |
| ₹5,00,001 – ₹8,00,000/year | ₹1,800/year |
| ₹8,00,001 – ₹10,00,000/year | ₹2,100/year |
| Above ₹10,00,000/year | ₹2,500/year |
* Annual maximum: ₹2,500. Rates are set by the Jharkhand government and revised periodically. Always verify against the official state notification before filing.
Applicability, Due Dates & Registration
Governing Act
Jharkhand Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 2011
Due Date
Employers file quarterly, due 15 May, 16 August, 15 November and 15 February. Self-employed persons enrolled before 31 May pay annually by 30 June.
Registration
Employers register with the Jharkhand Commercial Taxes Department under the 2011 Act.
Exemptions
- Individuals with annual income up to ₹3,00,000
Jharkhand assesses on annual income like Bihar, but files quarterly rather than annually. The two states passed near-identical Acts in 2011 with different band amounts, so it is worth checking which one applies rather than assuming they match.
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