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What is the reporting requirement of PT for listed companies?

Mandatory PT Registration for All Units

  • Listed companies must obtain Professional Tax (PT) registration for each branch or office.
  • PT registration is state-specific and must align with geographic operations.
  • Multiple registrations may be needed for multi-state offices.
  • The registration details must be accurately recorded in statutory records.

Monthly Deduction and Remittance Compliance

  • Listed companies must deduct PT from all eligible employees every month.
  • Deductions are based on state-prescribed salary slabs and thresholds.
  • The deducted amount must be remitted within the due dates set by state authorities.
  • Delays in remittance can attract penalties, which are material for compliance reporting.

Return Filing and Documentation

  • Companies are required to file PT returns periodically—monthly, quarterly, or annually.
  • Returns must include employee-wise details and PT deduction summaries.
  • Digital or physical copies of returns and challans must be archived.
  • Returns must be signed or digitally certified by authorized signatories.

Disclosure in Financial and Audit Reports

  • PT compliance is reviewed during statutory and internal audits.
  • Non-compliance or outstanding PT liabilities may be reported in audit observations.
  • Disclosure of statutory dues, including PT, is required in financial statements under certain reporting frameworks.
  • Auditors may verify PT payments as part of tax compliance validation.

Board-Level and Regulatory Oversight

  • Compliance officers or secretarial departments monitor PT obligations across locations.
  • PT status may be reviewed by the audit committee or compliance team.
  • Centralized compliance dashboards are often maintained for board reporting.
  • Regulators expect listed entities to maintain complete adherence to statutory tax duties including PT.

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