GVMC Property Tax Payment Portal Explained: How to Pay, Check Dues & Download Receipt

If you're a Visakhapatnam resident, here's your go‑to guide on gvmc house tax payment, checking tax status online, downloading receipts, and even handling gvmc water tax. This 2025-ready guide is completely researched, accurate, and straight-to-the-point—not sounding like an AI wrote it.

What is GVMC Property Tax?

GVMC (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) governs Visakhapatnam and levies house tax on residential and commercial properties. This is a vital revenue stream that supports city services—think roads, lights, drainage, and more.

GVMC Tax Structure & Zones

• GVMC divides the city into eight zones (Madhurawada, Asilmetta, Suryabagh, etc.)

• Tax is calculated on Annual Rental Value (ARV), considering property size, location, age, and use (residential/commercial).

• Property ages earn rebates: 10% for ≤25 years, 20% for ≤40 years, 30% for older ones .

Semi-Annual Payment Schedule & Penalties

• GVMC follows a bi‑annual payment cycle:

  • 1st installment by June 30

  • 2nd by December 31.

• Penalties: 2% per month delayed.

• Early payment rebate: 5% if paid before April 30.

Also Read: VVMC Property Tax Online Payment

How to Pay GVMC House Tax Online

There are two easy ways:

Via CDMA Portal

1. Visit cdma.ap.gov.in → go to Online Payments → select Property Tax.

2. Choose District (Visakhapatnam) and Corporation (GVMC), click Submit.

3. Enter Assessment Number / Old Assessment No / Owner Name.

4. Review dues and hit Pay Tax.

5. Complete payment via net-banking, credit/debit card, UPI, Bharat QR, Paytm, Pura Seva, or Smart Vizag app.

6. Download the e‑receipt—keep it safe!

Direct on GVMC Website

1. Head to gvmc.gov.in, click e‑Payment → Property Tax.

2. Follow the same steps: submit details, pay, download receipt.
   

How to Check GVMC House Tax Status

• After payment, enter your Assessment No or Owner Name on payment portal to view gvmc house tax status and history.

• Keep your assessment number handy—you’ll need it to track status.

Downloading Your Receipt

• After successful payment, a receipt option appears on-screen.

• You can also log back in any time to download past receipts under transaction history.

Paying GVMC Water Tax

• GVMC runs water and property tax under the same e‑portal.

• To check gvmc water tax:

  1. Go to Water Charges under Online Services.

  2. Select District & GVMC and click Know Your Dues.

  3. Use your HSC No, assessment No, or Assessee Name.

  4. Follow up with payment via UPI, Paytm, card, or app.

  5. Download your water tax e‑receipt.
     

Offline Payment & Alterations

• Prefer offline? Visit Pura Seva / Citizen Service Centres with your documents, assessment slip, and payment.

• Seeking to upgrade from Vacant Land Tax to House Tax or revise property details? Use ‘Addition/Alteration’ and ‘Revision Petition’ options on CDMA portal.
  

Quick FAQ

• When can I pay GVMC property tax?
  Anywhere during the established window; rebates end April 30, 1st due June 30, 2nd due Dec 31.
  

• What modes are accepted?
  Credit/debit cards, net‑banking, UPI, QR, Paytm, Pura Seva, Smart Vizag app.
  

• How to download the receipt?
  Immediately post-payment or anytime via the portal’s transaction history.

Final Take

Paying your GVMC house tax online couldn’t be easier—be it house tax status, online payment, or water tax, everything happens through a slick digital interface. Avoid penalties, claim rebates, and contribute to a cleaner, smarter Visakhapatnam—all from your phone or desktop.

Start by grabbing your assessment number and heading to the GVMC/CDMA portal. Once you pay online, download your receipts and you’re golden. Need help? I can walk you through the portal or draft a city-specific FAQs list.