Switching Jobs Mid-Month: Should Both Employers Deduct My Professional Tax?

During the financial year and in the middle of a month, if I switch jobs, should both employers deduct my professional tax at INR 200 for that month?

Hi, it is very common for multiple PT deductions to occur when changing employment. Some organizations deduct PT on a monthly basis, while others do so every six months. However, you can enjoy tax exemption if you fall under the purview of income tax. According to Section 16 (iii) of the Income Tax Act 1961, the profession tax paid by an employee is allowed as a deduction from their gross salary income.

Okay, so in this case, my professional tax would be deducted by more than $2500, and I can take a tax exemption of $2500, right?

Hi, whatever PT is deducted will be adjusted from the taxable income by the respective establishment.