GVMC Property Tax - Complete Guide

The annual rental value (ARV) of a property, which is based on the property's valuation, is used to determine GVMC property tax. The following parameters affect property valuation and ARV in GVMC:

1. Type of property

1. Status of property
2. Zone where the property is located
3. Dimensions of property
4. Physical state of the property
5. Amenities offered in the property

1. Plinth area
2. Age of the property
3. Construction of the property
4. Landmarks and nearby public facilities

No matter how the ARV is determined, the non-residential properties under GVMC jurisdiction will be liable to a 30% property tax. The property tax value must not be more than 25% for residential properties and 33% for non-residential properties, according to Section 85(2) of the Municipal Councils Act.

Steps to pay GVMC Property Tax

How to Pay GVMC Property Tax through Online

Step 1: Go to the GVMC official website of the Commissioner & Director of Municipal Administration

Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Make A Payment’ option.

Step 3: A new page will appear on the screen. Select the appropriate options, then enter the district name, corporation/municipality/NP name, and payment type.

Step 4: Click on the ‘Submit’ option.

Step 5: On the 'The Search Your Property' web page, complete the boxes and click on the ‘Search’ button.

Step 6: The details of the specific property will then be displayed.

Step 7: Complete the payment using payment modes such as net banking, credit card, or debit card.

Step 8: Pay the property tax and to obtain an online-generated acknowledgement receipt.

How to Pay GVMC Property Tax through Mobile App

Download the Pura Seva app on your smartphone.

Open the app and enter details such as your property number, district, municipality, payment method, etc.

Once you have entered all the details, choose a payment option and complete the payment.

How to Pay GVMC Property Tax through Offline

You can visit the nearest Purvaseva Centre or citizen centre and submit all the necessary documents along with the details of your property. Once your documents have been verified, you can complete its payment using a payment method of your choice.

How to Obtain GVMC Property Tax Receipt

The steps to obtain the GVMC property tax receipt are as follows:

Step 1: Go to the official website of the Commissioner & Director of Municipal Administration.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Know Your Dues’ option.

Step 3: On the next page, select the appropriate options, then enter the district name and corporation/municipality/NP name.

Step 4: Click on the ‘Submit’ option.

Step 5: On the 'The Search Your Property' web page, complete the boxes and click on the ‘Search’ button.

Step 6: The details of the specific property will then be displayed.

Step 7: An acknowledgement receipt is also produced upon payment. You can get a printout of this receipt for future reference.

Exemptions and Concessions for GVMC Property Tax

The State government provides a 5% rebate on the amount when you pay the GVMC property tax before 30 April of a fiscal year. Other rebates or concessions are available based on a property's age in the following ways:

1. 25 years or less: A 10% deduction is applied to ARV
2. Between the ages of 25 years and 40 years: A 20% deduction is offered on ARV

1. More than 40 years:  A 40% deduction is applied to ARV

How to File GVMC Property Tax Alteration

A property tax application can be modified in a variety of ways. Many individuals file for an alternative for conversion of property from vacant land tax (VLT) to house tax (HT). The procedure for the same is outlined below:

Step 1: To submit a request to convert a VLT to HT, go to cdma.ap.gov.in.

Step 2: Under the ‘Online Services’ section, click on ‘Property Tax.’

Step 3: Click on the ‘File Your Addition/Alteration (Including Conversion from VLT to HT)’ option.

Step 4: Enter information about the district and corporation/municipality.

Step 5: Select the appropriate corporation or municipality, as well as the relevant district.

Step 6: Enter the assessment number on the new window. Provide the required details to request the change.

How to File GVMC Property Tax Revision

Residents can ask for a revision of the property tax assessed against their property under the general revision petition section. You can submit a general revision petition for the GVMC property tax in a span of 15 days after the generation of the special notice. Here is the process for the same:

Step 1: Visit cdma.ap.gov.in and navigate to the ‘Property Tax’ option.

Step 2: Click on the ‘submit your general –revision petition’ under ‘Property Tax.’

Step 3: Enter information about the district and corporation/municipality.

Step 4: Enter the assessment number to proceed.

Step 5: The system will guide you through the process of submitting a general correction request.

Zones of Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation

GVMC is divided into 8 zones below are those:

Important Points to Remember about GVMC Property Tax 

Here are a few points you should keep in mind regarding the payment of GVMC property tax:

1. GVMC property tax payments must be made on a half-yearly basis. You have until the end of June to pay the tax for the first half of the year. Additionally, the second half of the year's property tax payment is due by the end of December.
2. You will be considered a defaulter if you fail to pay this tax by the deadline. Thus, you will be liable to pay both the penalty and the due amount. For every month of late payment, a fine of 2% of the payable amount is levied.

1. You can receive a 5% tax rebate if you successfully pay your property tax before 30 April of a given financial year.