Karnataka professional Tax payment twice

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Hi Team,

Can anyone help me to understand about the Karnataka professional tax payment if made twice then how we can add this in next month’s return?

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Hi @AkankshaS ,

Here’s how Karnataka Professional Tax (PT) works if you’ve accidentally paid twice in one month and want to adjust it in the next month’s return:

What Happens When You Pay PT Twice

  • Professional Tax in Karnataka is a monthly liability that employers deduct from employees and remit to the government.

  • If you’ve paid twice for the same month, the PT department system will treat the excess as an advance payment.

  • This excess/duplicate payment cannot be refunded directly but can usually be adjusted in subsequent months.

Adjustment in Next Month’s Return

  1. Carry Forward as Advance Tax

    • The double payment for Month 1 will be available as a credit balance in the system.

    • When you file Month 2’s PT return, you can adjust this credit against that liability.

  2. How to Adjust in the Return

    • Log in to the Karnataka PT e-payment portal (KARPTAX / e-Prerna).

    • While preparing the next month’s return, the system should show the excess amount already paid.

    • Select the option to utilize the excess payment towards the next month’s liability.

  3. If the Portal Doesn’t Auto-Adjust

    • You may need to raise a request/letter with the PT officer (under whose jurisdiction your company falls) to get the excess payment carried forward officially.

    • Attach payment challans as proof.

    • The officer will update it in the backend, and you can claim it in the next filing.

Key Points to Keep in Mind

  • No Refunds: Karnataka PT department usually does not refund; only adjustment is allowed.

  • Documentation: Keep both challans safe — you’ll need them for adjustment approval.

  • Timing: Adjustments are usually allowed in the immediate subsequent month’s return; don’t delay claiming it.

  • Compliance: Ensure the adjustment is reflected in your PT ledger to avoid mismatch during assessment.

Priya

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Yeah same concern is face by metahuman creator team also who were working at IT Company in Noida. They have connected with accountant regarding this.

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