How to Pay Property Tax Online Easily!!
Service Code: COC-603 | Department: Greater Chennai Corporation
Purpose:
The Collection of Property Tax service enables property owners to pay their outstanding property tax through the e-District portal. This service is designed for:
- Property owners within Chennai Corporation limits
- Authorized representatives handling property tax payments
- Residential and commercial property owners
- Owners of both new and old property registrations
Required Information:
Mandatory Search Criteria (Choose One Option):
For New Property:
- Property Type: Select "New"
- Zone Number where property is located
- Division Code of the property area
- Bill Number of the property
- Sub Number of the property
For Old Property:
- Property Type: Select "Old"
- Old Property Tax Number
- Local Body selection
Special Requirements:
- Existing Property: Must be previously assessed for property tax
- Tax Assessment: System displays half-yearly arrears automatically
- Penalty Inclusion: May include penalty amounts for overdue payments
- Payment Flexibility: Can pay partial or full outstanding tax amount
- Operator Login: Service accessed through authorized operator login
Step-by-Step Payment Process:
1. Visit the Portal: Login to e-Sevai Tamil Nadu portal as Operator
2. Navigate to Service: Click on Services → Greater Chennai Corporation → COC-603 Collection of Property Tax
3. Select Property Type and Enter Details:
- Select Property Type (New or Old - Mandatory)
For New Property:
- Select Zone No. (Mandatory)
- Select Division Code (Mandatory)
- Enter Bill No. (Mandatory)
- Enter Sub No. (Mandatory)
For Old Property:
- Enter Old Property Tax Number (Mandatory)
- Select Local Body (Mandatory)
- Click Search
4. Review Tax Information: System displays:
- Owner Name and Address
- Half-Yearly Wise Arrears breakdown (shows 6-month periods)
- Penalty amounts (if applicable)
- Total Collection Amount (already paid)
- Total Demand Amount (total tax due)
- Total Payable Amount (outstanding balance)
5. Make Payment:
- Enter Amount To Be Paid (can be partial or full amount)
- Click Make Payment
6. Download Receipt: After successful payment:
- Click Get Receipt to download payment receipt
Alternative CSC Centre Method:
Property owners may also pay taxes through any Common Service Centre (CSC) where trained operators assist with:
- Property type selection and details verification
- Tax arrears calculation and explanation
- Penalty amount clarification
- Payment processing
- Receipt download and printing
After Payment:
- Instant Receipt: Payment receipt available immediately
- Digital Record: Tax payment recorded in corporation database
- Proof of Payment: Downloadable receipt serves as payment proof
- No Physical Visit: Entire process completed online
Important Notes:
- Property Type Selection: Must choose correct property type (New/Old) first
- Different Requirements: New and Old properties have different search criteria
- Arrears Display: System shows half-yearly arrears history automatically
- Penalty Charges: May include separate penalty amounts for overdue payments
- Flexible Payment: Can pay any amount towards outstanding tax arrears
- Receipt: Payment receipt is generated instantly after transaction
- Tax Compliance: Payment updates property tax compliance status
- Greater Chennai Corporation: Service limited to Chennai Corporation jurisdiction
- Existing Assessment Required: Only for previously assessed properties
- Half-Yearly System: Tax periods displayed as half-yearly cycles (e.g., 2015_2016_1, 2015_2016_2)
Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
Assistance: Visit your nearest e-Sevai / CSC Centre
This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (COC-603). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2016.
