You can pay property tax through:

• MMC Mobile App (Available on Play Store)
• Mahesana Municipal Corporation website: www.mahesanacity.in
• In-person at your local municipal civic center

Visit the official website or MMC app, and enter your property number or assessment number to check outstanding dues and payment history.

Yes. Once payment is made online, you can download and print your tax receipt immediately.

You are still responsible for timely payment. Use your property details on the MMC app or website to view and pay your dues.

Yes. A penalty is levied if property tax is not paid within the due date. Interest may also be applicable.

You need to submit an application along with necessary documents such as a sale deed, property mutation, or court order at the municipal office or through the MMC website (if available online).

New constructions or unregistered properties can be registered by submitting an application with an approved building plan, ownership documents, and a completion certificate.

You can raise a complaint through:

• MMC App
• Helpline number provided on the website
• In-person at the Property Tax Department at Mahesana Municipal Corporation office

Property tax is calculated based on several factors, including:

• Property location (zone/area)
• Type of property (residential, commercial, industrial)
• Built-up area (in square meters)
• Age of the property
• Usage (self-occupied or rented)

Mahesana Municipal Corporation uses a predefined formula approved by the state government. Citizens can estimate their tax using the Property Tax Calculator available on the MMC website or mobile app.

The state government has appointed the following authorities according to the area:

• District Panchayat – District Panchayat area
• Municipality – Municipality area
• Municipal Corporation – Municipal Corporation area

All registered partnership firms, all factory owners, all shopkeepers (whose average daily employment is five employees during the year), all traders, transport vehicle permit holders as defined in the Value Added Tax Act, money lenders, petrol pump owners, limited companies, all banks, cooperative societies, estate agents, brokers, building contractors, all video parlors, video libraries, members of associations registered under the Forward Contracts Act, members of stock exchanges, and other professionals like legal advisors, solicitors, doctors, insurance agents etc.

Yes. But if they have been registered earlier, they will not have to get registered again.

You have to register with the relevant business tax office of the state government, municipal corporation, municipality, or panchayat in the area where your place of business is located.

You have to register within 60 days of the liability arising under the law.

You will have to pay tax at the rate determined by the relevant designated authority. According to Section-3(2) of the Act, the minimum limit of tax shall not be less than the limit fixed by the Government by notification dated 1-4-08 and the designated authority shall fix the tax rate within the maximum tax limit specified in the schedule. Until the designated authority fixes any such rate, you will have to pay tax at the minimum rate.

The tax should be paid to the designated authority in the manner and place determined by the authority under whose jurisdiction the place of business falls.

Application should be made in Form-3 as prescribed in the Business Tax Rules.

It can be obtained from the concerned Business Tax office or from the official website: https://mahesanacity.in/

Yes. Each branch is considered a separate entity and must be registered separately.

A penalty of Rs. 10 per day will have to be paid for the period of delay.

The tax will have to be paid at the office of the designated authority where the highest tax rate is applicable. A receipt of this payment must be presented to the other authorities for exemption.

If the enrollment is done by 31st August, the tax must be paid by 30th September.

No.

The designated authority can recover tax, penalty, and interest by selling the property of the defaulter, freezing the bank account, or filing a police case.

Water supply timings may vary by area and season. Generally, water is supplied once or twice daily, and any changes or updates are communicated through local communication.

MMC conducts regular water testing at various stages—raw water sources, treatment plants, distribution points, and consumer taps. The tests follow the Indian Standard (IS:10500) to ensure clean and safe water for all.

In such cases, citizens can immediately report the issue via the MMC app or contact the MMC office. Field staff are deputed promptly to inspect and resolve the issue.

To apply for a new water connection, citizens can visit the nearest Ward Office. Required documents and application forms are also available at City Civic Centers and the MMC Office.

Charges for new connections and monthly usage are based on connection type (residential, commercial, etc.). Updated fee structures can be found on the MMC website or at ward offices.

Yes, complaint status can be tracked through the MMC app.

Mahesana Municipal Corporation ensures daily water supply through its well-managed water distribution system. Water is sourced from regional reservoirs, treated at dedicated treatment plants, and supplied to residential, commercial, and industrial areas through a pipeline network. Regular monitoring, quality checks, and maintenance work are carried out to ensure clean and uninterrupted water delivery to citizens. For new connections, bill payments, or water-related complaints, citizens can use the MMC website or mobile app.

Applications for Fire Safety Plan Approval (FSPA), Fire Safety Certificate Approval (FSCA) or Fire Safety Certificate Renewal (FSCR) must be submitted online at the Gujarat Government’s official portal: https://gujfiresafetycop.in

Yes, as per the Gujarat Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures Act - 2013 and Regulation 2023, obtaining a valid Fire Safety Certificate is mandatory as per the third schedule of Regulation 2023.

The Fire Safety Certificate is generally valid for one year. Renewal must be done annually through the official portal.

Yes, Mahesana Municipal Corporation conducts fire drills, school training, and fire safety awareness sessions for residents, institutions, and workplaces upon request.

Yes, fire safety arrangements for events can be requested in advance by applying to the Fire Department. Charges may apply based on the scale and location of the event.

You can lodge a complaint via the MMC app, contact the nearest fire station, or submit a written complaint at the MMC Fire Department office.