Patna: The Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) collected Rs 65.61 crore in property tax between April 1 and September 20, 2026, marking an increase of Rs 14.36 crore compared with the corresponding period last year.
The collection drive, conducted under the direction of Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena, has also accelerated the assessment of new properties, with 1,278 properties assessed in the last 10 days.
New Property Assessments Increase
PMC said its field teams completed an average of around 128 new property assessments per day during the 10-day period. Before the special drive began, the daily average stood at around 29 assessments.
Between April 1 and September 9, 2026, PMC had completed assessments of 4,660 new properties. The Corporation said the recent increase was linked to greater field activity, additional teams and door-to-door outreach.
Rs 65.61 Crore Collected In 2026
PMC collected Rs 51.25 crore in property tax from 149,382 property holders between April 1 and September 20, 2025.
During the same period in 2026, the Corporation collected Rs 65.61 crore from 157,759 property owners. This represents an increase of Rs 14.36 crore in collections and 8,377 additional property owners compared with the previous year.
Door-To-Door Assessment Drive
PMC is conducting door-to-door visits to identify properties that are outside the tax net and complete their assessment as per applicable rules.
The drive also covers verification of property details, tax determination and collection of outstanding dues. The Corporation said field teams and resources are being increased based on requirements.
PMC said it aims to bring more properties under the tax net and streamline property tax assessment and collection.
Property owners who have not yet had their properties assessed can approach their nearest zonal office or the PMC headquarters at Maurya Lok. The Corporation has also provided the toll-free number 155304 for assistance.
