Patna Municipal Corporation Set to Impose 100% Penalty on Unregistered Flats, Launches Property Tax Campaign

Patna: The Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) is likely to impose a 100 percent penalty on flats that have yet to be registered under the property tax system. This initiative is part of a broader campaign targeting nine wards within the corporation’s jurisdiction. The campaign, which will run from September 1 to 15, aims to bring unregistered properties into the tax fold.

According to sources, the PMC has formed 10 teams for each ward involved to ensure the campaign’s success. However, property owners who voluntarily register for property tax during this period will be exempt from the penalty.

According to data from the PMC portal, there are 4,011 apartment complexes within the corporation area, comprising a total of 76,682 flats. In the initial phase of the campaign, nine wards—home to 2,296 apartment buildings and 39,659 flats—will be the focus.

The corporation has appointed senior officials to lead the teams in each ward. These include Additional Municipal Commissioner Rajan Sinha in Ward 2, Executive Officer of Pataliputra Zone Punya Taru in Ward 22, Chief Municipal Engineer Surendra Kumar Sinha in Ward 7, and several other key officials across the designated wards.

Property owners can assess their property tax from home by interacting with the PMC’s chatbot on the number 9264447449, where typing ‘Hi’ provides access to the necessary portal. Additionally, assessments and form submissions can be completed via the Municipal Corporation’s website. Physical counters are also available at all PMC zones for those who prefer in-person assistance. Property owners are required to bring their apartment’s sale deed, electricity bill, and Aadhaar card when filling out the self-assessment form at these counters.

This campaign is part of the PMC’s efforts to ensure greater compliance with property tax regulations and to increase municipal revenue