BBMP Property Tax: How to Pay Online and Check Status

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) was Bengaluru’s principal municipal authority, responsible for civic administration and services across the city. Following the introduction of the Greater Bengaluru governance framework, civic administration in Bengaluru now operates under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and five city corporations. For property owners and homebuyers, the civic administration framework is particularly relevant for services such as property tax, e-Khata, building permissions, and other property-related municipal processes.

What is BBMP? 

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) was Bengaluru’s principal municipal authority, responsible for civic administration and services such as property tax collection, road maintenance, waste management, public infrastructure, and urban planning. Following the restructuring of Bengaluru’s civic administration, these functions now operate under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and five city corporations. The term BBMP, however, continues to be commonly associated with several civic and property-related services in Bengaluru. 

BBMP Full Form

BBMP stands for Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, which translates to Greater Bengaluru Municipal Corporation. It was formed by merging various municipal bodies, expanding Bengaluru’s governance structure.  

History and Evolution of BBMP

• 1862: Bengaluru’s first municipal governance body was established to administer civic services in the city. 
• 1949: Different municipal bodies were brought together to form the Corporation of the City of Bangalore, creating a more unified civic administration. 
• 2007: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) was formed by bringing Bengaluru’s municipal area and several surrounding urban and rural areas under a unified municipal corporation. 
• 2025: Bengaluru’s civic governance structure was reorganised under the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024. The Act came into effect on 15 May 2025 and established the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), along with five city corporations for decentralised municipal administration. The final notification implementing the new structure was issued on 2 September 2025. 

Functions and Responsibilities under Bengaluru’s Current Civic Administration

Following the transition from BBMP to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and five city corporations, Bengaluru’s civic administration now operates through a decentralised governance structure. Key municipal functions and services include: 

• Urban Planning and Infrastructure: Coordinating urban development, infrastructure planning, road-related services, and applicable building permissions. 
• Waste Management and Sanitation: Managing municipal sanitation, waste-related services, and civic cleanliness within the respective city corporation areas. 
• Public Health and Citizen Services: Supporting public health services and providing civic services such as birth and death certificates. 
• Property Tax and Property Services: Facilitating property tax payments and property-related services such as e-Aasthi and eligible Khata-related processes. 
• Parks, Lakes and Environmental Services: Overseeing civic initiatives related to parks, lakes, urban greenery, and environmental management. 

GBA and Property Owners in Bengaluru

Property owners in Bengaluru interact with the city’s civic administration for services such as property tax payments, property records, Khata-related services, and applicable building permissions. Property owners can access several of these services online through the official GBA and Bengaluru City Corporation Portals. The GBA portal currently provides access to services such as Property Tax, e-Aasthi, B-to-A/Single Plot Khata, building permissions, and e-Khata assistance. 

What is Bengaluru Property Tax?

Property tax is an annual municipal tax payable by eligible property owners within the jurisdiction of the relevant Bengaluru city corporation. It contributes towards funding civic services and public infrastructure. 

Property owners can use the Bengaluru City Corporations Property Tax Portal to assess and pay property tax, check dues and arrears, view applicable rebates or penalties, track payment status, and download receipts. 

Who Needs to Pay Property Tax in Bengaluru?

Property owners within the jurisdiction of GBA and the respective Bengaluru city corporation are required to pay the applicable property tax. This may include: 

• Residential properties (independent houses, flats, and apartments) 
• Commercial properties (shops, offices, and other commercial premises) 
• Vacant sites or plots 
• Non-residential properties, including eligible industrial properties 

The applicable tax depends on the property details and the prevailing municipal property tax rules. 

What You Need Before Paying Property Tax Through GBA

Before proceeding with your property tax payment, keep the following information ready: 

• Application Number or PID: You may need your 10-digit application number or Property Identification (PID) number to retrieve your property details. 
• Property Owner’s Name: Keep the name of the registered property owner handy, as it may be required to verify the property record. 
• Assessment Year: Check the assessment year for which you want to view or pay the property tax. 
• Property Details: Review the property information displayed on the portal, including details relevant to the tax assessment, before proceeding with the payment. 
• Payment Method: Keep your preferred online payment method ready to complete the transaction. 

Before making the payment, verify the property details and outstanding tax amount displayed on the official portal.

How is Property Tax Calculated in Bengaluru?

Property tax in Bengaluru is calculated based on the details of the property and the applicable assessment rules under the current GBA framework. Factors considered may include: 

• Property category and sub-category 
• Location or applicable zone 
• Year of construction 
• Built-up area 
• Car parking area, where applicable 
• Occupancy status – whether the property is self-occupied or tenanted 

These details are used to determine the applicable property tax for the relevant assessment year. 

How to Pay Property Tax Online Through GBA 

To pay property tax online, follow these steps: 

1. Visit the official Bengaluru City Corporations Property Tax Portal through the GBA portal. 
2. Enter your SAS Base Application Number, PID Number, Renewal Application Number, or other applicable property identifier to retrieve the property details. 
3. Select or verify the property owner’s name and review the property information displayed on the portal. 
4. Check the applicable property tax demand, including any arrears, rebates, interest, or penalties shown for the relevant assessment year. 
5. Choose an available payment option such as UPI, net banking, debit card, or credit card. Where applicable, you may also generate a challan for offline payment. 
6. Complete the payment and retain the transaction or payment reference for your records. 
7. Once the payment is successfully reflected on the portal, download and save the property tax receipt. 

How to Check Your Property Tax Details Online Through GBA

You can check your property tax details online through the official property tax portal. Follow these steps: 

1. Visit the official Bengaluru City Corporations Property Tax Portal accessible through GBA. 
2. Select the option to view Property Details. 
3. Enter your Application Number and registered mobile number. 
4. Enter the captcha displayed on the screen and proceed. 
5. Verify your identity using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number. 
6. Once verified, you can view the available property details and related tax information. 

You can also use your Application Number or PID and the property owner’s name on the property tax portal to check applicable tax dues and payment-related information. 

How to Update the Owner Name in Bengaluru Property Tax Records 

If the owner’s name displayed in the property tax records is incorrect or needs to be updated, contact the jurisdictional Assistant Revenue Officer (ARO) for the property. The official property tax portal directs users with name-related discrepancies and similar record-related queries to the concerned ARO. 

To initiate the process: 

1. Check the property details available on the official property tax portal. 
2. Note your Application Number or PID and the existing owner details shown in the record. 
3. Use the ‘Find Your ARO’ facility on the official portal to identify the relevant jurisdictional office. 
4. Contact the concerned ARO and submit the request for correction or change in the owner’s name. 
5. Provide the supporting information or documents requested by the concerned authority for verification. 
6. After the correction is processed, check the property details on the official portal to confirm that the updated name is reflected. 

The procedure and supporting documents may vary depending on the nature of the correction and the property record. Property owners should therefore confirm the applicable requirements with the concerned ARO before submitting a request. 

Importance of Paying Property Tax on Time

Paying your BBMP property tax on time carries several important implications for property owners, such as: 

• Paying property tax is a legal obligation under the Karnataka Municipal Corporations Act, 1976 
• Non-payment may attract penalties and interest 
• The tax contributes to maintaining and upgrading civic infrastructure  
• Payment records are also important for property transactions, loans, or legal verification 

What's Changing: BBMP and the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) 

In May 2025, the Karnataka government brought the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act into effect, restructuring Bengaluru's civic governance from the single BBMP framework to the Greater Bengaluru Authority and five city corporations. The final notification implementing the new structure followed in September 2025. 

• Property tax processes remain largely familiar: The current property tax system continues to use existing property classifications, zonal information and self-assessment processes. For Assessment Year 2026-27, the official portal also continues to provide a rebate for eligible full-year payments made within the notified rebate period. 
• Some property-related services are moving to new GBA systems: For example, the Multi Unit New Khata service has been migrated to a new GBA portal.  
• If your older receipt or property record says BBMP, you are still in the right place: Existing BBMP-era property identifiers and records continue to be used on the current property tax portal. Users can therefore use the current GBA-linked civic services to access their property tax records and payments.