By Arosh John, Founder, John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief, Thane Real Estate News (TREN)
Thane | 6 February 2026
Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has reported property tax collections of ₹556.19 crore for FY 2025–26, against a stated annual target of ₹841 crore. With the financial year closing on 31 March 2026, the civic body has directed its teams to tighten recovery efforts and take strict action against persistent defaulters to bridge the remaining gap.
The renewed push follows a review chaired by Municipal Commissioner Saurabh Rao, during which ward-level performance and pending recoveries were assessed, and enforcement measures were reiterated to accelerate compliance.
FY 2025–26 Property Tax Collection: Current Status
- Collected (FY 2025–26): ₹556.19 crore
- Target (FY 2025–26): ₹841 crore
- Balance To Recover (Approx.): ₹284.81 crore
- Deadline: 31 March 2026
Ward Highlights: Higher-Contributing Areas (As Reported)
Ward-level reporting shows stronger collections from key residential and mixed-use zones, led by:
- Majiwada–Manpada: ₹175.01 crore
- Vartak Nagar: ₹88.77 crore
- Naupada–Kopri: ₹74.12 crore
Enforcement Measures: What Defaulters Can Expect
TMC has indicated differentiated enforcement depending on the nature of the property.
Residential Defaulters
For residential properties with continued non-payment, TMC has instructed teams to proceed with water supply stoppage as a recovery measure.
Non-Residential Defaulters (Commercial / Other)
For non-residential properties, the corporation has signalled tougher steps, including seizure and sealing action where dues remain unpaid despite follow-up.
Collection Convenience Measures: Camps In Large Housing Complexes
Alongside enforcement, TMC has stated it will organise special payment camps inside large housing complexes to enable quicker compliance and reduce last-minute rush leading up to 31 March 2026.
TREN Advisory: Property Tax Hygiene For Owners And Resale Buyers
Property tax defaults can become a practical issue at the worst time—during resale negotiations, loan processing, society documentation, or municipal service continuity.
If You Own A Property In Thane
- Clear dues well before 31 March 2026 to avoid last-minute disruption risk.
- Preserve your payment proof (receipt + transaction reference).
- Direct action: Pay online and download your receipt via the TMC Property Tax Portal: propertytax.thanecity.gov.in
If You Manage A Housing Society
- Encourage unit-wise compliance and maintain basic records of paid receipts.
- Promote timely payment to avoid building-level friction from enforcement actions.
If You Are Buying A Resale Home
- Ask the seller for the latest property tax paid receipt before closing terms.
- Confirm there are no pending municipal dues linked to the premises.
Also READ: The Appreciation Kill-Switches: Why Some Projects and Apartments Underperform on Resale (Thane–MMR)
About The Author
Arosh John is the Founder of John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) and the Editor-in-Chief of Thane Real Estate News (TREN)—a digital publication focused on fact-led coverage of Thane and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s property market. With 10+ years of on-ground experience, Arosh works across Thane residential, luxury, villa and land-led homes, resale transactions, and NRI advisory, with a strong emphasis on documentation discipline, regulatory clarity, and transaction execution. Through TREN, he tracks how civic governance, infrastructure, taxation, and planning decisions shape real-world outcomes for homebuyers, societies, investors, and developers.
Disclaimer
This article is published for general information and civic awareness. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure accuracy based on publicly reported updates available at the time of publication (6 February 2026), figures, timelines, and enforcement actions may change as further municipal updates are issued. Readers should verify dues, notices, payment status, and procedures through official Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) channels and seek professional advice for case-specific guidance. This content does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice.
