Professional Tax in Andaman explained: this guide covers what it means, who it applies to, the step-by-step process, documents required, fees, due dates and penalties in India — so you can stay compliant with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
Andaman and Nicobar does not levy Professional Tax. Businesses and professionals in Andaman and Nicobar have one less state compliance to worry about.
Professional Tax in Andaman and Nicobar
Professional tax is a state subject, and Andaman and Nicobar is among the states/UTs that do not impose it. So there is no PT deduction from salaries and no PTEC/PTRC registration in Andaman and Nicobar.
What you still need to comply with
- GST registration and returns where applicable
- TDS on salaries and other payments
- Shop & Establishment registration for the premises
- Income-tax filing and bookkeeping
Staying compliant in Andaman and Nicobar
Beyond this, every business operating in Andaman and Nicobar needs to keep its core registrations and filings up to date:
- GST registration and returns (the Andaman and Nicobar state code is 35)
- Shop & Establishment registration for the premises and staff
- No professional tax in Andaman and Nicobar, but PF/ESI apply where thresholds are met
- Income-tax filing, TDS and proper bookkeeping
More Andaman and Nicobar guides
- GST State Code & Jurisdiction in Andaman and Nicobar
- Minimum Wages in Andaman and Nicobar
- Road Tax: Rates & Calculation in Andaman and Nicobar
- Shop & Establishment Act in Andaman and Nicobar
- Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in Andaman and Nicobar
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