Meghalaya Professional Tax Slabs (FY 2026-27)

FY २०२६-२७ Meghalaya Statutory Guide
Meghalaya levies Professional Tax under the Meghalaya Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Taxation Act, 1947. The slabs are defined on an annual income basis.

Official Meghalaya PT Slabs

Salary Range (₹) Tax Payable Assessment Cycle
0 to 50,000
(Annual Basis)
Nil (Exempt) Standard Slab
50,001 to 75,000
(Annual Basis)
₹200 / year Standard Slab
75,001 to 1,00,000
(Annual Basis)
₹300 / year Standard Slab
1,00,001 to 1,50,000
(Annual Basis)
₹450 / year Standard Slab
1,50,001 to 2,00,000
(Annual Basis)
₹600 / year Standard Slab
2,00,001 to 2,50,000
(Annual Basis)
₹1000 / year Standard Slab
2,50,001 to 3,00,000
(Annual Basis)
₹1500 / year Standard Slab
3,00,001 to 3,50,000
(Annual Basis)
₹2000 / year Standard Slab
Above 3,50,001
(Annual Basis)
₹2500 / year Standard Slab

Compliance Deadline

Payment due by September 30 (1st half) and March 31 (2nd half) or annually.

Penal Provisions

Late payments attract interest at rates prescribed by the Commissioner of Taxes.

Registration & Enrollment: Online via the Meghalaya Commercial Taxes portal. Visit Official Meghalaya Portal

Meghalaya Professional Tax FAQs

What is the maximum PT in Meghalaya?
The maximum tax is ₹2,500 per annum for income above ₹3.5 Lakhs.

Statutory Context for Meghalaya

Professional Tax in **Meghalaya** is regulated by specific state statutes. Employers are required to obtain a **Certificate of Registration (PRN)** to deduct and pay the tax on behalf of their employees. Individuals or professionals who are self-employed are required to obtain a **Certificate of Enrolment**.

Failure to comply with the PT regulations in Meghalaya may result in monthly interest penalties or a lump-sum fine as specified in the state's latest finance gazette for FY 2026-27.

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