BBMP Property Tax in Bangalore

The Government of India set up a local Municipal body to ensure better administration of a particular area.

Such entities are also responsible for collecting revenues from the residents of that region or city through property tax.

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is the state municipal body that accepts BBMP tax payments from all property owners of this city.

The fund is utilised to maintain and improve civic bodies such as cleaning localities, beautification of city, repair roads, etc.

What is BBMP Property Tax?

Bangalore property tax is a means to raise revenue from the property owners of the state to provide better infrastructure and elevate living conditions.

Every state levies a certain property tax on all “real” or tangible assets, including commercial, residential and rented out property.

Every year, property owners need to pay their allotted BBMP house tax within the due day. Failure to pay this tax attracts penalty charges on the due amount and imprisonment in some extreme cases.

To avoid such a situation, let’s learn about BBMP tax calculation.

How Is BBMP Tax Calculated?

Different calculation patterns are relevant in India, and Bangalore Municipality follows the Unit Area Value (UAV) system.

Here, the tax amount is determined by the approximate return from a concerned property, which further depends on the property location and the purpose for which it is used.

The formula used to compute the BBMP tax payment amount is mentioned below. Take the help of a BBMP tax calculator to expedite the process.

Property Tax (K)= (G-I)*20% + Applicable Cess (Property’s 24%).

Here, G=Gross Unit Area Value= (A+B+C)

I= G*D/100

A= let out area of property*property’s per square ft. rate* 10 months.

B= Self-occupied area of property*property’s per square ft. rate* 10 months.

C= Parking area of property*property’s per square ft. rate* 10 months

To simplify this process, follow the steps below.

Know the necessary details of the property like type, depreciation, value per unit, etc.
Multiply values of unit area and built-up area and then multiply it by 10.
Subtract depreciation from this value to derive annual property value.
Find 20% of the annual value to estimate yearly tax.
To get Cess, calculate 24% of annual property tax.
Add Cess and property tax to arrive at total BBMP tax payable.

Use the BBMP property tax calculator to simplify this calculation and get an accurate result.

Where can you pay BBMP Property Tax?

The property taxpayers can make Bangalore property tax payment both online and offline.

Visit the following places to pay BBMP property tax after filling up the application form.

Office of assistant revenue officer
Bangalore 1 center.

Pay there with a demand draft or a payment card. Alternatively, the following banks are authorised to collect BBMP property tax.

Axis Bank
ICICI Bank
Canara Bank
HDFC Bank

If you have a property tax Challan, make the payment to any of the following banks.

SBI
Maharashtra Bank
Corporation Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
IDBI
Indian Bank
IndusInd Bank
Kotak Mahindra

To make the BBMP house tax payment, residents of Bangalore also need to be aware of its deadline.

Remember the due date to Pay BBMP Property Tax

BBMP property tax’s last date is 31st March 2021. This local government extends a rebate of 5% on the property tax payable if paid before the due date.

The provision to make BBMP tax payments is also available in two installments. However, the rebate is not available in this case. On delayed payment, a penal interest of 2% is levied on the due amount.

For more convenience and timely payment, choose the online payment option.

How to Pay BBMP Property Tax Online?

It takes only a few minutes to make BBMP online tax payment. Here are the steps.

Step 1: Visit the BBMP website and navigate to “SAS Property Tax Payment”.
Step 2: Choose an Application number type like PID or 2008-2015 Block Renewal Number.
Step 3: Enter the 10-digit application number and the first 3 characters of the property owner name and click on “Retrieve”.
Step 4: The details of the property owner will appear on the screen and if the information is correct, click on “Proceed”, and it will redirect to Form IV. For any changes, it will be redirected to Form V.
Step 5: Check the pre-entered information for any errors. Pay BBMP property tax online or generate a Challan to pay offline.
Step 6: For online BBMP tax payment, a payment gateway will open.
Step 7: Enter the card details to complete the transaction.
Step 8: After the payment is done, save or download the e-receipt the payment made.

Note that it takes up to 24 hours to get the tax payment receipt on the website.

Where to find BBMP Tax Payment Details?

Go to the BBMP website to check tax payment details online.

Navigate to the property tax calculator.
Enter the group of the property assessment year.
Select a category, sub-category, sub-group, old and new zone, built-up area and vehicle parking area details and other property details and click on “submit”.

The applicable tax will appear instantly. However, to access the BBMP website or any online services, an application number is a must.

Property Tax Slabs in Bangalore

Following is the list of applicable property tax on residential property (zone-wise) in Bangalore.

Zone	Last date to pay property tax in 2021	Tenanted (for every sq ft)
A	Rs.2.50	Rs.5.00
B	Rs.2.00	Rs.4.00
C	Rs.1.80	Rs.3.60
D	Rs.1.60	Rs.3.20
E	Rs.1.20	Rs.2.40
F	Rs.1.00	Rs.2.00

Commercial Property Tax Slab

For Commercial Property the tax slab is listed below.

Zone	Self-occupied (/ sq ft)	Tenanted (/sq ft)
A	Rs.10	Rs.20
B	Rs.7	Rs.14
C	Rs.5	Rs.10
D	Rs.4	Rs.8
E	Rs.3	Rs.6
F	Rs.1.50	Rs.3

Property Tax for Vacant Lands

For vacant lands, you have to pay the following amount per square ft. as per your property zone.

Zone	Property Tax
A	Rs.0.50
B	Rs.0.40
C	Rs.0.30
D	Rs.0.25
E	Rs.0.20
F	Rs.0.12

How to Get BBMP Tax Application Number?

First, go to the official website of BBMP.
Open the tab, “GIS-based new PID”.
Click on “Know your PID”.
Enter the older application number and click on “search”.
Check your name and other details on the next page.
Save or download this information for future reference.
The corrections or changes can also be made by visiting the BBMP ward branch.
Note down the application number and use it as and when required.

Process to Download BBMP Property Tax Receipt/Challan

After making the BBMP tax payment, it is essential to download or save the e-receipt. Enter the official portal and follow the instructions.

Go to the “Download” section and choose the receipt print option.
Select assessment year and enter a 10-digit application number and click on “submit”.

The BBMP property tax receipt will be downloaded in PDF format.

How to Pay BBMP Property Tax for the First Time?

The first time BBMP tax payment follow the same online/offline process mentioned above. Also, read all the instructions available on the website before proceeding with the payment process.

Since the tax payable is determined by the zone where the property is situated, check the respective zone for greater convenience.

What are the Zones of BBMP Property Tax?

The BBMP tax also depends on the zone to which a property belongs. There are 8 zones and these are further classified into residential and non-residential areas.

Here’s the list of BBMP property tax zones.

East
West
South
Yelahanka
Mahadevapura
Bommanahalli
Rajarajeshawri Nagar
Dasarahalli

Irrespective of the property place, taxpayers can also raise a complaint and check the status through the BBMP portal.

Different Forms of BBMP Property Tax

The following table elucidates the applicability of different forms available on their official website.

Form Number	Applicability
Form I	Property with Unique Property Identification Number.
Form II	Property with Khata number only (without PID)
Form III	A property without PID and Khata number.
Form IV	When property details remain the same.
Form V	For any change in the property details, including the conversion from under-construction to constructed.
Form VI	To pay service charges in case the property is exempted from paying property tax.

Select the right form and complete Property Tax payment and other formalities in Bangalore. For any disputes or query, raise a complaint, citing the reason.

How to Check BBMP Property Tax Grievance Status?

Follow up on the status of BBMP tax payment related or any other grievances via the steps below.

Visit the BBMP official website.
Navigate to “Grievances”.
Select “check status” or “raise complaint” from the drop-down menu.
Enter the ticket number and click on “retrieve” to check the status.

To lodge complaints, fill-up the form citing the reason for grievance.

Make BBMP tax payment regularly to enjoy rebates and avoid penalty charges. The tax receipt also constitutes a vital financial document that is often required for various reasons. The on-time property tax payment helps in the overall development of the state.

FAQs about BBMP Property Tax

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What is B khata in Bangalore?

It is a record of illegal properties or constructions in Bangalore that BBMP maintains. Even if the owners of those properties pay civic charges, they are labelled as illegal properties, and the municipality is liable to collect taxes from them.

However, you can transfer B khata site into A khata. Also, B khata is eligible for sale in Bangalore.

Do you need to pay property tax to confirm ownership of a property in Bangalore?

No, the ownership of a property does not rely on BBMP tax payment. You need to have a registered sale deed in your name to claim the ownership title. For instance, if you pay the property tax on behalf of your brother, the ownership will lie with your brother only. The tax payment receipt does not confirm ownership of a property.

Do I have to pay tax while selling a property?

Yes, you have to pay a capital gain tax while selling a property. However, the tax rate is determined by short-term capital gain or long-term capital gain.

What is the fee for khata transfer in Bangalore?

The transfer fees are generally 2% of the stamp duty of the property that you paid while purchasing it. For instance, the stamp duty you paid initially was Rs.2 lakh; the transfer fees would be 2% of it that is Rs.4000.