Municipal corporations across major Indian cities have reported record-breaking property tax collections in the financial year 2024-25. Several factors contributed to this surge, including digitisation, strict enforcement measures, and increased taxpayer participation.
Mumbai: BMC Achieves Historic Rs 6,198 Crore Collection
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) recorded its highest-ever property tax collection, accumulating Rs 6,198 crore in FY 2024-25, nearly meeting its Rs 6,200 crore target. The G South ward, covering Lower Parel and Worli, contributed the highest amount at Rs 624.50 crore, followed by the K East and K West wards at Rs 526.64 crore and Rs 504 crore, respectively.
Bengaluru: BBMP Inches Towards Rs 5,000 Crore Mark
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) collected Rs 4,800 crore by March 30, 2025. officials aimed to surpass Rs 5,000 crore, banking on last-minute payments. The administration implemented stricter recovery measures, including property auctions for chronic defaulters and enhanced IT systems for tax enforcement.
Chennai: Civic Body Surpasses Rs 2,000 Crore for the First Time
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) collected Rs 2,020 crore in property tax from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, surpassing the previous year’s Rs 1,755 crore. Over Rs 100 crore was collected in the last week of March.
Delhi: NDMC and MCD Struggle to Meet Targets
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) collected Rs 1,050 crore in FY 2024-25, an increase of Rs 24 crore from the previous year. However, it fell short of its Rs 1,150 crore target. Meanwhile, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) collected Rs 2,150 crore, far below its Rs 4,000 crore goal.
Ahmedabad: AMC Reports Four-Year High in Collections
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) reported a 3.57 per cent increase in property tax revenue, collecting Rs 1,739.90 crore in FY 2024-25 compared to Rs 1,679.98 crore the previous year. AMC also saw growth in professional tax (Rs 270.06 crore) and vehicle tax (Rs 224.42 crore), bringing its total tax revenue to Rs 2,256.31 crore.
Hyderabad: GHMC Crosses Rs 2,000 Crore for the First Time
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) recorded a property tax collection of Rs 2,034 crore, surpassing the Rs 2,000 crore mark for the first time. The One-Time Settlement (OTS) scheme, offering a 90 per cent waiver on interest for defaulters, significantly contributed to the increase.
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