Bilaspur Municipal Corporation Property Tax: Online Payment & Complete Guide 2026

Bilaspur Municipal Corporation property tax is the half-yearly levy collected from all property owners within Bilaspur — Chhattisgarh’s second-largest city and a major railway junction, commercial, and educational hub in northeast Chhattisgarh. Bilaspur city is famous for silk saris, rice, and handloom weaving — a business hub and commercial activities centre for northeast Chhattisgarh. The 2025 Bilaspur Municipal Corporation election — held February 11, 2025 — elected Mayor Pooja Vidhani (BJP) with 70 seats contested and 49 won by BJP. The official web portal of Bilaspur Municipal Corporation is bmcbilaspur.com, providing online services for payment of property tax. The state government charges tax on properties which is levied on the owner of property. This tax is charged twice a year. This guide covers everything a Bilaspur property owner needs in 2026.

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About BMC Bilaspur

Mayor: Pooja Vidhani (BJP). 70 total seats — BJP: 49, INC: 18, Independents: 3. Election held February 11, 2025. Bilaspur is the second-largest city of Chhattisgarh.

• Official Portal: bmcbilaspur.com
• Alternate: bilaspurnagarnigam.com
• CG Urban Portal: cgsuda.com (Chhattisgarh State Urban Development Agency)

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Who Must Pay?

All owners of residential, commercial, and industrial properties within Bilaspur Municipal Corporation’s 70 wards must pay property tax half-yearly. Landlords remain liable regardless of tenancy arrangements.

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Bilaspur Property Tax Calculation — ARV Method

Bilaspur uses Chhattisgarh’s standard Annual Rental Value (ARV) method. Tax is calculated based on:

• Property type (residential / commercial / industrial)
• Built-up area and construction type
• Location and ward
• Building age (depreciation)
• Occupancy (self-occupied vs rented)

Residential properties with an annual rental value up to ₹6,000 are fully exempt from property tax in Bilaspur for the 2026 assessment year. In addition to basic property tax, a consolidated tax is levied for sanitation, fire protection, and street lighting — usually as a fixed monthly or annual charge.

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Property UID / Account Number Search

Your Property UID or Account Number is printed on previous Bilaspur MC tax receipts. Visit bmcbilaspur.com → Property Tax → enter UID or owner name → retrieve assessment details and dues.

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How to Pay Bilaspur Municipal Corporation Property Tax Online — FY 2026-27

Via BMC Official Portal:

1. Visit bmcbilaspur.com
2. Navigate to Property Tax section
3. Enter your Property UID / Account Number
4. View half-yearly dues and any outstanding arrears
5. Select payment mode: UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card
6. Complete payment and download receipt immediately

Offline: Visit the Bilaspur Nagar Nigam office. Carry Property UID and previous receipt.

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Half-Yearly Due Dates & Rebates

This tax is charged twice a year.

Benefit	Details
Half-Yearly Payment	Due twice annually — verify exact dates at bmcbilaspur.com each year
ARV ≤ ₹6,000	Fully exempt for residential properties
Religious / Charitable	Exempt subject to BMC verification
Timely Payment	Rebate for timely payment — verify at bmcbilaspur.com
Late Payment Penalty	Penalty and interest as per CG municipal rules

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CG Bhuiyan — Chhattisgarh Land Records

Before buying property in Bilaspur, verify ownership at bhuiyan.cg.nic.in — Chhattisgarh’s official land records portal. Bhuiyan provides Khasra B1 (record of rights) and Naksha (plot map) for all CG properties. Also obtain an Encumbrance Certificate from the Sub-Registrar before purchase. Both are essential due diligence before any Bilaspur property transaction. Refer to this for Stamp Duty.

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Name Mutation

Visit the Bilaspur Nagar Nigam office with: registered sale deed, CG Bhuiyan B1 extract, nil-dues BMC receipt, and Aadhaar card. BMC updates Property UID records in the buyer’s name after verification.

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Property Tax and Home Buying in Bilaspur

Bilaspur is Chhattisgarh’s railway and legal hub — home to the Chhattisgarh High Court, South East Central Railway headquarters, and several top educational institutions. Before purchasing:

• Verify all BMC dues and get No Dues Certificate
• Check CG Bhuiyan at bhuiyan.cg.nic.in
• Confirm half-yearly due dates at bmcbilaspur.com
• Explore home loan options with Home First Finance Company

Refer to our Property Tax in Chhattisgarh guide.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

• ❌ Missing the second half-year payment: Bilaspur taxes twice yearly — set reminders for both due dates
• ❌ Not claiming ARV exemption: Properties with ARV ≤ ₹6,000 are fully exempt — verify classification in BMC records
• ❌ Not verifying CG Bhuiyan before purchase: B1 and Naksha records are essential for title due diligence
• ❌ Delaying mutation after purchase: Visit BMC office immediately after registration

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FAQs

How do I pay Bilaspur Municipal Corporation property tax online?
Visit bmcbilaspur.com → Property Tax → enter Property UID → pay via UPI, card, or net banking.

How often is property tax collected in Bilaspur?
Twice a year — half-yearly.

Who is the Mayor of Bilaspur Municipal Corporation?
Mayor Pooja Vidhani (BJP) — elected February 2025.

What properties are exempt?
Residential properties with ARV up to ₹6,000 are fully exempt. Religious and charitable properties are also exempt.

What is CG Bhuiyan?
Chhattisgarh’s official land records portal at bhuiyan.cg.nic.in — provides Khasra B1 and Naksha records.

Portal: bmcbilaspur.com. CG Bhuiyan: bhuiyan.cg.nic.in.