GHMC Property Tax in Hyderabad: Calculation, Payment, Due Dates, Penalty & Exemptions

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Property tax is an annual sum that a property owner pays to the government annually or semi-annually. The local authority or municipal corporation of an area evaluates and levies the property tax. GHMC (Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation) collect property tax from property owners in Hyderabad. The collected sum is utilised for social improvements like the construction and maintenance of roads, hospitals, schools, parks, etc. 

Read on to know what is GHMC property tax, tax calculation, online payment, due dates, the penalty for non-payment and conditions when tax is exempted. 

What is GHMC Property Tax?

GHMC (Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation) is a local government body responsible for levying and collecting taxes on the property. If you are residing or owning a property in Telangana, GHMC is responsible for collecting property tax. You can pay GHMC property tax twice a year. 

How to Calculate GHMC Property Tax?

To understand GHMC property tax calculation, you need to have a clear idea of each of these parameters: 

• Plinth area

Plinth area means total built-up area, including balconies, corridors, garages, etc.  

• Gross annual rental value

GARV uses the following formula for calculation: 

Plinth area x MRV (monthly rental value) in Rs. per sq. ft. x 12

Now, there are two different formulae for residential and commercial property tax. 

Residential property tax calculation uses the following formula:

GARV x (Slab rate – 10% Depreciation) x 8% library cess 

Commercial property tax calculation uses this formula:

 3.5 x Plinth area x MRV in Rs. per sq. ft. 

How to Pay GHMC Property Tax Online?

What Are the Due Dates, Rebates, and Penalty Applicable to GHMC Property Tax?

GHMC property tax dues are usually collected bi-yearly on October 15 and July 31.  

You have to pay a penalty of 2% on the remaining amount if there is a delay. 

Rebates are rewards for those who pay taxes in advance and win in a lucky draw manner. It encourages the payee to clear all dues within the given timeline. 

Where to Find GHMC Tax Payment Details?

If you want to find your GHMC property tax details online, go to the online payment portal of GHMC. Then, click on ‘Search Your Property Tax’ under the ‘Property Tax’ tab, and enter the circle number and property details such as PTIN, door number, and owner’s name to know tax payment details. 

Exemption from the Payment of Property Tax 

There are certain exceptional circumstances wherein GHMC exempts a property from taxes or concession. The following are such circumstances: 

• A property owned by a non-profitable organisation, veterans, government organisation or religious order, enjoys exemption from property taxes. 
• A rented out property with a monthly rent value of less than Rs. 50, is also exempted from taxes. 
• An unoccupied property enjoys a 50% concession on taxes if the official Tax Inspector’s report says so. 

GHMC Property Tax — New Assessment

To make the property tax assessment system user friendly, GHMC has introduced a new system for its citizens to assess their taxes. However, it would help if you keep these pointers in mind: 

• For assessment, you have to submit an application along with the sales deed and occupancy certificate to the Deputy Commissioner of property tax. 
• Post submission of the mentioned documents, that property will undergo inspection by the Tax Inspector, Valuation Officer, and Assistant Municipal Commissioner. 
• After inspection and verification, the authority will decide the tax value according to current tax rates for residential properties or the fixed tax rates for commercial properties. 
• Post completion of the whole assessment process, the property gets a unique property tax identification number and door number.

There is an option for self-assessment as well. You can submit a new assessment application along with all the details, which will help the owner to get an estimated property tax value. The online application will be forwarded to the Deputy Commissioner, after which a Tax Inspector/Officer will visit the property for a physical evaluation. After completion of the inspection, the authority levies the applicable tax rate and allots PTIN.      

Final Word 

Among a few new initiatives of GHMC property tax, the one regarding the construction of ‘green buildings’ has a great influence on the environment as well as on the citizens. Buildings with rainwater harvesting installation and rooftop solar installation for power generation will enjoy tax incentives.  

FAQs on GHMC Property Tax

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