Assessment of Property Tax

Property tax in Barhaj is calculated based on the following factors:

• Location of the property (zone classification)
• Type of property (residential, commercial, industrial, etc.)
• Built-up area and carpet area
• Age of the property
• Occupancy status (self-occupied or rented)

Payment Schedule

Property tax payments are due quarterly with the following schedule:

• April 1 - June 30: First quarter
• July 1 - September 30: Second quarter
• October 1 - December 31: Third quarter
• January 1 - March 31: Fourth quarter

A 5% rebate is offered for annual lump sum payments made before June 30th.

Business Categories

All businesses operating within Barhaj municipal limits must obtain a trade license, categorized as:

• Category A: Small retail shops and home-based businesses
• Category B: Medium-sized commercial establishments
• Category C: Large commercial enterprises and industries
• Category D: Special establishments (hotels, restaurants, etc.)

License Fee Structure

Annual trade license fees are determined based on:

• Business category
• Floor area of the establishment
• Number of employees
• Type of goods/services offered

New businesses are eligible for a 25% concession in the first year of operation.

Residential Water Tariffs

Monthly water charges for residential properties:

• 0-20 KL: ₹5 per KL
• 21-40 KL: ₹8 per KL
• 41-60 KL: ₹12 per KL
• Above 60 KL: ₹18 per KL

Minimum monthly charge: ₹100

Commercial Water Tariffs

Monthly water charges for commercial establishments:

• 0-30 KL: ₹10 per KL
• 31-60 KL: ₹15 per KL
• 61-100 KL: ₹20 per KL
• Above 100 KL: ₹30 per KL

Minimum monthly charge: ₹300

Sewerage Charges

Sewerage charges are calculated at 60% of the water bill amount for all categories.

Steps for Online Tax Payment

1. Visit the Barhaj Municipal Corporation official portal
2. Select the 'Online Tax Payment' option
3. Choose the tax type (Property, Water, Trade License, etc.)
4. Enter your Property ID/Trade License number
5. Verify the displayed details and outstanding amount
6. Select payment method (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
7. Complete the payment and download the receipt

Note: Online payments receive a 2% instant discount on the total amount.