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The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) collects property tax from property owners in all of Hyderabad. Similarly, other municipal corporations collect tax from the respective cities.
This revenue is necessary to offer public services in the state. Each property is assigned a property tax identification number (PTIN) for tax assessment purposes. The old no. will have four digits, while the new PTIN is a 10-digit number. You must use this number to pay the property tax for your property.
Telangana has the innovative Early Bird Scheme to encourage property owners to pay taxes on time. You can get a 5% rebate on property tax for paying it in April. GHMC has collected ₹2000 crore in property tax for the first time in the financial year 2024-25.
Here is how you must calculate the property tax in Telangana for residential properties:
Note the Plinth Area (PA). This refers to the total covered space of the house, including storerooms, balconies, and garages.
If you live in the property, find the latest rent-per-square-foot for similar homes in your area. If rented out, use the rent-per-square-foot mentioned in the rental agreement. This will be your Monthly Rental Value (MRV) per square foot.
Use the formula below to calculate Telangana property tax:
Annual Property Tax for Residential Property = PA × MRV (per sq. ft.) × 12 × (0.17 to 0.30) based on the table – 10% depreciation + 8% library cess.
The CDMA portal has a property tax calculator, which can be used to quickly make this calculation by specifying parameters such as total built up area, locality, zone, sanction plinth area, etc.
For commercial properties, the property tax in Telangana is calculated as follows:
Determine the Plinth Area (PA).
For commercial properties, check the Monthly Rental Value (MRV) per square foot for different circles in various taxation zones. The GHMC’s official notifications provide these details. Visit the GHMC website and the Proposed Division of Zones for accurate property tax details.
Use the following formula to calculate the Telangana property tax:
Annual Property Tax for Commercial Property = 3.5 × PA (sq. ft.) × MRV (₹/sq. ft.)
Note:
The highest monthly rent per square foot for commercial properties such as ATMs and cellular towers/hoardings is capped at ₹70 and ₹50, respectively.
The lowest monthly rent per square foot for commercial properties such as educational institutions and hospitals is ₹8 and ₹9.50, respectively.
You can make property tax payments online in Telangana with the following steps:
Visit the GHMC official website and log in.
Click on the 'Property Tax' option under the Online Payments section.
To check 'Know Property Tax Dues', enter the PTIN.
Your details, including arrears, interest on arrears, property tax amount, and adjustments, will be displayed. Verify them.
Choose your preferred online payment method—credit card, debit card, or net banking—to pay your GHMC property tax dues.
Enter the PTIN to download the GHMC property tax receipt.
Note: This portal does not generate receipts for taxes paid offline.
The state government, through local municipal bodies like the GHMC and other urban local bodies (ULBs), allows residents to pay property tax at respective counters.
Here's how you can do it:
Visit your local municipal office
Carry necessary documents
Fill the tax payment form (if required)
Get the tax amount calculated
Make the payment
Collect the acknowledgement receipt
You can also choose to make the payment offline. The locations include:
72 MeeSeva Centres within the GHMC limits
Citizen Service Centres in all 19 circles
GHMC Bill Collectors
Any branch of the State Bank of Hyderabad
If you have paid Telangana property tax online and want to check the status, follow these steps:
Visit the eMunicipal Telangana website
On the homepage, navigate to ‘Property Tax’
A new page will open; look for "Check Your Payment Status"
Choose Payment Type as "Property Tax" and enter your Application Number.
Click on "Get Details" to view your payment status.
The following properties are exempted from property tax:
Places of public worship used solely for that purpose
Choultries (rest houses) where no rent is charged or used only for charitable purposes
Shelters for the needy, libraries, and playgrounds open to the public
Ancient monuments under preservation, provided they are not used as residential quarters or offices
Hospitals and dispensaries maintained by the Government or Railways
Educational institutions and hostels run by the Government
Burial and cremation grounds
Buildings and land owned by the Municipality
Irrigation works under Government control
Buildings owned by ex-servicemen or serving personnel, subject to conditions like ownership under self or spouse, full occupancy by family members, and exemption request submission to authorities
Additionally, the municipality maintains a separate register listing exempted properties.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has introduced a One Time Scheme (OTS) offering a 90% waiver on interest for accumulated property tax arrears. To benefit from this concession, taxpayers must pay the entire principal amount along with the remaining 10% of the interest in a single payment by March 31, 2025.
Further, property owners can also make use of the Early Bird Rebate for 2025. They can get a 5% rebate on Telangana property tax payments completed before April 30, 2025.
The tax rate slab for properties in Hyderabad, Telangana is as follows:
Monthly Rental Value |
General Tax |
Conservancy Tax |
Lighting Tax |
Drainage Tax |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Up to ₹50 |
Exempt |
Exempt |
Exempt |
Exempt |
Exempt |
₹51 – ₹100 |
2.00% |
9.00% |
3.00% |
3.00% |
17.00% |
₹101 – ₹200 |
4.00% |
9.00% |
3.00% |
3.00% |
19.00% |
₹201 – ₹300 |
7.00% |
9.00% |
3.00% |
3.00% |
22.00% |
₹300 and above |
15.00% |
9.00% |
3.00% |
3.00% |
30.00% |
Age rebate on building
Age |
Rebate |
|---|---|
0-25 years |
10% |
26-40 years |
20% |
More than 40 years |
30% |
The property tax rates for other cities may vary. You must check with the local municipal offices to get the accurate details.
For help with property tax issues in Telangana, you can contact the relevant authorities using the information below:
Helpline Number: 040-23120410
Email: cdmasupport@cgg.gov.in
Website: emunicipal.telangana.gov.in
CDMA Website: http://cdma.cgg.gov.in/cdma_arbs/CDMA_PG/PTMenu
Paying property tax on time revenue helps the municipal corporation to take care of the citizens' needs. The online tax payment option for Telangana makes it easy for everyone to pay their property tax. Also, it is convenient to take advantage of concessions and waivers when you use the online portal to pay the property tax before the due date quickly.
To check your property tax details online in Telangana, follow these steps:
Visit the official website of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC)
Navigate to the 'Property Tax' section
Select 'Search Your Property'
Enter your Property Tax Identification Number (PTIN) or other required details
Click on 'Search' to view your property tax information
This process allows property owners to access their tax dues and related information conveniently.
In Telangana, property tax is typically due in two instalments:
First instalment by July 31.
Second instalment by October 15.
On failure of payment by the due dates, a 2% penalty per month is charged on the outstanding amount, which accumulates until the total dues are cleared.
PTIN stands for Property Tax Identification Number. It is a unique 10-digit number assigned to each property within the GHMC jurisdiction, used for identifying property tax assessments and payments.
To download your GHMC property tax receipt online:
Visit the GHMC Property Tax Payment Receipts page.
Enter your PTIN or registered mobile number.
Click on 'Submit' to view and download your receipt.
Note: Only online transactions made after 01/04/2016 can be downloaded.
Yes, the GHMC has introduced a one-time settlement (OTS) scheme offering a 90% waiver on accumulated interest for property tax arrears. To avail of this benefit, taxpayers must pay the principal amount along with 10% of the interest by March 31, 2025.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official GHMC communications or visit their official website.
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