Login to the State Tax Portal

• Visit the official professional tax portal of the state where your business or professional activity is registered.
  
• Use your PTRC (Professional Tax Registration Certificate) or PTEC (Professional Tax Enrollment Certificate) credentials.
  
• Ensure that all filings and payments are completed up to the current date before proceeding.
  
• Some portals may require multi-factor authentication for secure access.
  

Navigate to the Clearance Certificate Section

• After login, go to the menu labeled “Certificate Services,” “Downloads,” “Taxpayer Services,” or “PT Clearance” depending on the portal structure.
  
• Click on the link for “Apply for Clearance Certificate” or “Request for PT Clearance”.
  
• Select the appropriate registration type: PTRC for employers, PTEC for self-employed individuals.
  
• Ensure that all returns are filed and dues are cleared, as the system verifies compliance history.
  

Submit the Application Request

• Fill in the necessary details such as registration number, PAN, period of clearance required, and business address.
  
• Upload any supporting documents if required, such as proof of payment or last return filed.
  
• Confirm the declaration that no dues or liabilities are pending for the specified period.
  
• Submit the application; a reference number or acknowledgment receipt will be generated.
  

System Verification and Approval

• The system will automatically check:
  
  • Return filing status
    
  • Payment reconciliation
    
  • Any pending dues, penalties, or notices
    
• If discrepancies exist, the request may be rejected or kept pending until resolved.
  
• In some states, a manual officer review may be initiated before certificate issuance.
  

Download the Clearance Certificate

• Once approved, go to the “Certificate Issuance” or “Document Downloads” section.
  
• The PT Clearance Certificate can be downloaded in PDF format, bearing official seal, date, and reference number.
  
• The certificate serves as proof that the taxpayer has no dues pending and is compliant.
  
• This document is often required for government tenders, license renewals, or business transactions.