Professional Tax in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
Both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana share similar Professional Tax structures, having split from the unified AP in 2014. PT is governed by the AP Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1987, applicable in both states with minor variations.
AP & Telangana PT Slab Rates 2026
| Monthly Salary (₹) | PT per Month (₹) |
|---|---|
| Up to 15,000 | Nil |
| 15,001 to 20,000 | 150 |
| Above 20,000 | 200 |
Maximum annual PT: ₹2,500 in both states.
Key Differences Between AP and Telangana PT
| Aspect | Andhra Pradesh | Telangana |
|---|---|---|
| Governing Authority | AP Commercial Taxes Dept | Telangana Commercial Taxes Dept |
| Online Portal | apct.gov.in | tgct.gov.in |
| Payment Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Due Date | 10th of following month | 10th of following month |
| Slab Rates | Identical | Identical |
Registration Process
Employers must register for PT within 30 days of hiring employees in either state. Registration is online through the respective state’s commercial taxes portal.
Documents Required
- PAN card of the business/employer
- Certificate of Incorporation/Partnership Deed
- Address proof of the establishment
- List of employees with salary details
- Bank account details
Due Dates & Returns
- Monthly payment: 10th of the following month
- Annual return: 30th April of the following financial year
- Late payment interest: 2% per month in AP, 1.25% in Telangana
Who is Exempt?
- Employees earning up to ₹15,000/month
- Members of the armed forces
- Badli workers in factories
- Parents/guardians of mentally challenged individuals (in some cases)
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FAQs
Are AP and Telangana PT rates the same?
Yes, the slab rates are identical in both states. The main differences are the governing authorities, online portals, and minor procedural variations in filing.
I have employees in both AP and Telangana. Do I need separate registrations?
Yes. You need to register for PT separately in each state where you have employees. INDPayroll helps manage multi-state registrations from a single dashboard.
