Property owners in Islamabad should check their CDA property-tax bills for the 2026–27 financial year, as legal challenges have created uncertainty over the applicable rates.
The tax applies to eligible residential, commercial, industrial and institutional properties. The amount depends on factors such as location, property type, plot size, covered area, exemptions and outstanding arrears.
The Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) Directorate of Revenue handles municipal tax functions, while the Capital Development Authority (CDA) provides online bill and payment services.
Property tax rates in Islamabad
There is no single fixed rate for every property. Residential assessments have historically depended on sector and plot size, while commercial calculations may also consider covered area.
The January 2024 MCI notification introducing revised rates was challenged in court. On 24 September 2025, an Islamabad High Court single bench set it aside. A division bench suspended that judgment on 22 October 2025 while an appeal was pending. Further interim relief was granted in a separate case in June 2026.
As of 30 October 2026, a final decision resolving the rates for all properties could not be confirmed. Owners should check their latest official assessment rather than rely on outdated rate tables.
The assessment may depend on:
- Sector or location and property category.
- Residential, commercial, industrial or institutional use.
- Plot size and covered area.
- Additional floors or basements.
- Occupancy status and approved exemptions.
- Outstanding arrears and applicable surcharges.
How to check your property tax bill
Owners can use CDA’s existing online duplicate-bill service:
- Visit the official CDA bill portal.
- Enter the Property Consumer Number.
- Retrieve the available bill.
- Check the property details, annual demand, arrears and exemptions.
- Confirm the financial year and due date.
The verified form requires a consumer number; it does not establish a general CNIC-only search facility.
MCI announced an additional 5% early-payment rebate for eligible bills. Announced on 31 August 2026, it applies from the bill’s issue date until its stated due date.
Owners should check their individual bills for eligibility and deadlines.
Available channels include CDA’s online payment service, supported 1Link/1Bill banking facilities, designated banks and the PAK App.
CDA and MCI announced property-tax and water-bill services through the app in September 2026. Always verify payment details and keep the receipt.
Certain self-occupied properties, eligible widowed owners, retired government employees and qualifying charitable or religious properties may receive concessions, subject to approval.
Owners should contact the MCI Directorate of Revenue if a bill contains incorrect property details, missing exemptions, uncredited payments or disputed charges.
Residents of G-13 and G-14 who receive competing demands from FGEHA and MCI should seek written clarification.
CDA municipal property tax is an annual levy and is separate from federal taxes on property transactions.
Owners should rely on their latest official assessment and retain all bills and payment records.
