If you own a property in Delhi, then you must know about geo-tagging of properties. According to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), geo-tagging of properties is mandatory for all property owners in Delhi and makes them eligible for property tax exemption.
What is geo-tagging of properties?
Geo-tagging of properties refers to assigning a unique Latitude–Longitude to a property on a GIS map by choosing the current location against any Unique Property Identification Code (UPIC) so that all properties have their location identified against a unique Latitude-Longitude position.
Why is geo-tagging of properties necessary?
Once a property has been geo-tagged, it enables identification of the property in a geographical space. The data also aims to identify all the property tax evaders through the GIS map. It will also enable efficient delivery of services by the authority.
How to geo-tag a property in Delhi?
For geo-tagging of properties, property owners must download the mobile app by MCD, Unified Mobile App (UMA), from the Google Play Store. They can also visit the MCD’s official website at https://mcdonline.nic.in/mcdapp.html and download the app.
- Visit the property and allow necessary permissions, such as device location.
- Open the mobile app while being present at the property. Choose the ‘Module’ and log in using your registered mobile number. Submit the OTP.
- Select the ‘Property Tax Module’ option.
- Choose the Unique Property Identification Code (UPIC) of the property for geotagging.
- Capture the geo-coordinate of the property by pressing the ‘Capture Geo Coordinate’ button.
- Take a photo of the property and upload it.
- You can include a caption with details such as building name, floor, house number, etc. This is optional.
- Save the property details by pressing ‘Submit’ button.
- After geo-tagging is complete, the UPIC details will be reflected in green colour.
In case of any errors during the process, property owners must repeat all the steps. A single opportunity for correction will be provided.
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