Amendment in Professional Tax – Maharashtra
March 3, 2026
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The recent notification dated February 28, 2026, from the Finance Department of Maharashtra advances the due dates for Professional Tax compliance from the end of the month to the 15th of the month. This critical update impacts payroll processing timelines for employers operating in the state.
Key Regulatory Changes
The Finance Department of Maharashtra has amended Rule 11(3) of the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Rules, 1975. The amendment substitutes the annual “31st of March” deadline with the “15th of March”. Similarly, the general monthly deadline has been advanced from the “last date” of the month to the “15th day” of the month.
Summary:
| Compliance Event | Previous Due Date | New Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Annual March deadline | 31st of March | 15th of March |
| General monthly deadline | Last date of the month | 15th day of the month |
| May illustration | 31st of May | 15th of May |
| June illustration | 30th June | 15th of June |
Please find the notification below:
