NDMC offers 10% property tax rebate for FY 2026-27, deadline June 30
Synopsis
NDMC is giving property owners a concrete reason to pay early — a 10% rebate on FY 2026-27 dues if settled by 30 June. On the same day, the council also launched Project D.R.O.P., an end-to-end plastic recycling system built on four years of NDMC-IPCA collaboration that has already processed nearly 63,000 kg of waste.
Key Takeaways
The NDMC is offering a 10% rebate on property tax for FY 2026-27 to taxpayers who pay by 30 June 2025 .
Payments can be made via the NDMC online portal or other authorised modes notified by the council.
NDMC Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal launched Project D.R.O.P. in collaboration with the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA) and an automobile manufacturer.
The NDMC-IPCA partnership, active since 2021 , has installed 115 aerobins , processed 62,958 kg of wet waste, and produced 10,013 kg of compost.
Project D.R.O.P. will deploy dedicated plastic collection bins and a collection vehicle for end-to-end recycling across the NDMC area.
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has announced a 10% rebate on property tax for the financial year 2026-27, available to all taxpayers who clear their dues on or before 30 June 2025. The council urged property owners across its jurisdiction to make timely payments and avoid a last-minute rush ahead of the deadline.
How to Avail the Rebate
Taxpayers can pay their property tax through the NDMC's official online portal or via other authorised payment modes notified by the council. The Tax Department is available during office hours for queries and assistance, and residents can also visit the official NDMC website for further information.
The council's statement emphasised that early payment not only secures the discount but also prevents congestion at payment centres as the deadline approaches — a recurring challenge in previous years.
Project D.R.O.P.: NDMC's Plastic Waste Push
Separately, NDMC Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal launched Project D.R.O.P. (Develop Responsible Outlook for Plastic), a structured plastic waste management initiative developed in collaboration with an automobile manufacturer and the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA).
At the launch, Chahal unveiled D.R.O.P. Community Bins — manufactured from recycled plastic — and flagged off a dedicated D.R.O.P. Collection Vehicle, marking the start of an end-to-end plastic collection, segregation, and recycling system across the NDMC area. Senior officials present included Anil Valmiki, Council Member, NDMC; Ajay Garg, Secretary, IPCA; Radha Goyal, Deputy Director, IPCA; Atul Sood, Senior Vice President of the automobile manufacturer; and Shakuntala Shrivastava, Medical Officer of Health, NDMC, along with representatives of Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) and Market Traders Associations (MTAs).
Building on an Existing Partnership
Chahal noted that the NDMC and IPCA have collaborated on solid waste management since 2021. According to him, the partnership has yielded tangible results: 115 aerobins installed, 62,958 kg of wet waste scientifically processed, and 10,013 kg of compost produced to date.
'Under this collaboration, 115 aerobins have been installed, 62,958 kilograms of wet waste have been scientifically processed and 10,013 kilograms of compost have been produced. Building on this success, the NDMC and IPCA are now implementing Project D.R.O.P., under which dedicated plastic collection bins will be installed across the NDMC area. The project will ensure systematic collection, transportation, segregation and recycling of plastic waste through authorised recycling channels,' Chahal said.
Broader Vision
Chahal framed the initiative within national sustainability goals, stating that 'Project D.R.O.P. is a transformative step towards advancing the vision of Swachh Bharat, Mission LiFE and Viksit Bharat @2047 envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.' The project is expected to scale plastic collection infrastructure progressively across the NDMC jurisdiction in the months ahead.
Point of View
But its real value lies in what it signals about urban local body finances — councils that depend on property tax collections cannot afford late or deferred payments. What the announcement does not address is the share of NDMC property owners who remain outside the tax net altogether, a structural gap that a rebate alone cannot close. Project D.R.O.P. is more substantive: four years of NDMC-IPCA data showing 62,958 kg of processed wet waste gives the plastic initiative a credibility base that most municipal green launches lack. The test, as always, will be whether the collection infrastructure scales beyond the inauguration.
NationPress
11 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NDMC property tax rebate for FY 2026-27?
The NDMC is offering a 10% rebate on property tax for the financial year 2026-27 to all taxpayers who pay their dues on or before 30 June 2025. The rebate applies across the NDMC jurisdiction in New Delhi.
How can I pay my NDMC property tax to avail the rebate?
Taxpayers can pay through the NDMC's official online portal or via other authorised payment modes notified by the council. The Tax Department is also available during office hours for assistance.
What is Project D.R.O.P. launched by NDMC?
Project D.R.O.P. (Develop Responsible Outlook for Plastic) is an end-to-end plastic waste collection, segregation, and recycling initiative launched by NDMC in collaboration with the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA) and an automobile manufacturer. It deploys dedicated community bins made from recycled plastic and a collection vehicle across the NDMC area.
What has the NDMC-IPCA collaboration achieved so far?
Since 2021, the NDMC-IPCA partnership has installed 115 aerobins, scientifically processed 62,958 kg of wet waste, and produced 10,013 kg of compost. Project D.R.O.P. builds on this foundation to now address plastic waste specifically.
Who should I contact for more information on the NDMC property tax rebate?
Taxpayers can contact the Tax Department, NDMC, during office hours or visit the official NDMC website for details on the rebate scheme and payment procedures.
