₹697 Crore Collected Digitally In Pimpri Chinchwad
Pimpri, April 4, 2026: Citizens in Pimpri Chinchwad have shown a strong preference for digital platforms to pay property tax, with a significant ₹697 crore collected online, reflecting the growing acceptance of technology-driven civic services. This was informed by Deputy Commissioner Sachin Pawar of the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).
During the financial year from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, a total of 7,87,184 property holders were assessed, out of which 6,31,615 taxpayers paid property tax amounting to ₹961.74 crore. Notably, 5,11,603 property owners opted for online payment, contributing ₹697.19 crore, underscoring the success of the corporation’s digital initiatives.
Under the guidance of Mayor Ravi Landge, Deputy Mayor Sharmila Babar, Standing Committee Chairman Abhishek Barne, Municipal Commissioner Dr. Vijay Suryawanshi, and Additional Commissioner Trupti Sandbhor, the civic body implemented the ‘Pay Property Tax Online’ campaign. The initiative included incentives, SMS alerts, social media outreach, and public announcements to encourage citizens to adopt digital payment methods.
As a result, more residents preferred paying taxes from the comfort of their homes instead of visiting municipal offices. The official PCMC website now offers a one-stop solution for accessing property details, checking dues, availing rebates, and downloading payment receipts.
Tax Collection Breakdown:
* Online: ₹697.19 crore (72.49%)
* Cheque: ₹119.13 crore (12.39%)
* Cash: ₹104.87 crore (10.90%)
* Demand Draft: ₹7.09 crore (0.74%)
* Adjustments: ₹33.38 crore (3.47%)
* EDC: ₹0.06 crore (0.01%)
The increasing use of digital tools by citizens has made tax payment more convenient and efficient across Pimpri Chinchwad.
“PCMC has prioritised ease of tax payment and effective use of technology. With a large number of citizens adopting online methods, paying taxes from home has become faster and more convenient, saving both time and effort,” said Sachin Pawar, Deputy Commissioner, PCMC.
