Karnataka Citizen & Taxpayer Utility Hub
Dedicated regional calculators and statutory benchmarks for Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi-Dharwad, Mangaluru, and Belagavi. Verified against official KERC tariff schedules, the Karnataka Stamp Act 1957, and Seva Sindhu Gruha Jyothi rules.
- Gruha Jyothi Electricity Scheme: Eligible households receive up to 200 free units monthly (based on previous 12-month average + 10% entitlement buffer); non-subsidized rates are ₹4.75 (0–100 U) and ₹7.00/kWh (>100 U) with ₹110/kW demand charges.
- Tiered Stamp Duty: 2% for properties up to ₹20 Lakh, 3% for ₹21–45 Lakh, and 5% for properties above ₹45 Lakh + 10% BBMP/BMRDA Urban Cess + 2% straight registration fee.
- Regional Land Units: Dual system using both Cents (1 Cent = 435.6 sq ft) in coastal districts and Gunthas (1 Guntha = 1,089 sq ft = 2.5 Cents) in Bengaluru and North Karnataka.
- Professional Tax: Monthly gross income up to ₹25,000 is 100% exempt (₹0); income above ₹25,000 carries a flat ₹200/month deduction (₹2,400 annual).
BESCOM & Gruha Jyothi Calculator
Calculate Bengaluru BESCOM residential power bills with KERC tariff orders (₹4.75 & ₹7.00 slabs), ₹110/kW fixed charges, 9% duty, and live Gruha Jyothi 200-unit entitlement solver.
Karnataka Stamp Duty & BBMP Cess
Calculate Bangalore and Karnataka property registration charges. Computes tiered 2% (≤₹20L), 3% (₹21–45L), and 5% (>₹45L) duty, 10% BBMP Urban Cess, and 2% Registration Fee.
Karnataka Land Converter (Cent & Guntha)
Convert regional Karnataka units: Cent (used in Mangaluru & coastal regions) and Guntha (Bengaluru & North Karnataka) to Square Feet and Acres.
Karnataka Professional Tax (PT)
Calculate salaried deductions under the Karnataka Tax on Professions Act 1976. Unlike other states, Karnataka provides a high ₹25,000/month basic exemption threshold.
Karnataka Government Regulatory Slabs Reference (2025–26)
| Property Value Bracket | Base Stamp Duty | Urban Cess (BBMP/BMRDA) | Effective Stamp Duty | Registration Fee | Total Govt Charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹20,00,000 | 2.0% | 10% on duty (0.2%) | 2.2% | 2.0% | 4.2% |
| ₹20,00,001 to ₹45,00,000 | 3.0% | 10% on duty (0.3%) | 3.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% |
| Above ₹45,00,000 | 5.0% | 10% + 2% (0.6%) | 5.6% | 2.0% | 7.6% |
| Karnataka Regional Unit | Square Feet Equivalent | Square Metres | Acre Ratio | Primary Geographic Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cent | 435.6 sq ft | 40.46 sq m | 1/100 Acre (0.01) | Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Coastal |
| 1 Guntha | 1,089 sq ft (2.5 Cents) | 101.17 sq m | 1/40 Acre (0.025) | Bengaluru Urban/Rural, North Karnataka |
| 1 Ground | 2,400 sq ft | 222.96 sq m | ~0.055 Acre | Urban residential plot layouts |
| 1 Acre | 43,560 sq ft (100 Cents) | 4,046.86 sq m | 40 Gunthas | Official Revenue land records |
Frequently Asked Questions — Karnataka Regulatory Rules
How is Gruha Jyothi zero-bill eligibility calculated?
The entitlement limit equals your 12-month average consumption plus 10% (capped at 200 units). If your monthly meter reading is within this entitlement, your net bill is ₹0. If your usage exceeds 200 units, the subsidy is cancelled for that month and the full bill is payable.
Does Karnataka cap property registration charges at ₹30,000?
No. Unlike Maharashtra which caps registration at ₹30,000, Karnataka charges a straight 2% registration fee on the entire property transaction value, making high-value property registrations in Bengaluru significantly higher.
Are salaried professionals earning below ₹25,000 exempt from PT?
Yes. Under the amended Karnataka Tax on Professions Act, employees earning a gross monthly salary up to ₹24,999 pay zero professional tax. A flat deduction of ₹200/month applies only when salary reaches ₹25,000 or more.