What is BBMP: Full Form, Website, Emergency Number (2026)
BBMP is now GBA. Learn the BBMP full form, the BBMP official website, emergency numbers, garbage helpline, property tax, e-Khata, building plan approval and all BBMP services for 2026.
Quick Summary (TL; DR)
BBMP full form: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike. It was dissolved on September 2, 2025.
Replaced by: Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) same portals, same contacts, new name.
BBMP Official Website: bbmp.gov.in (now redirects to GBA) | site.bbmp.gov.in (archived) | gba.karnataka.gov.in
BBMP Emergency / Helpline: 1533 (main) | (080) 2266 0000 | (080) 2297 5555 (Revenue)
BBMP Garbage Helpline (Sahaaya 2.0): 9480685700
BBMP Property Tax: bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in
BBMP e-Khata (e-Aasthi): bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in
BBMP Building Plan (BPAS): bpas. bbmpgov.in
Chief Commissioner (as of 2025–26): M. Maheshwar Rao (IAS)
GBA Head Office: N.R. Square, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560002
BBMP Full Form and Meaning
What Does BBMP Stand For?
BBMP Full Form: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Meaning in Kannada: 'Bruhat' = Greater/Large | 'Bengaluru' = Bengaluru city | 'Mahanagara Palike' = City Corporation
In English: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike translates to the Greater Bengaluru City Corporation.
BBMP was the municipal corporation that governed Bengaluru for 18 years from its formation in 2007 (when it absorbed the old Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike and seven surrounding municipal councils) until its dissolution on September 2, 2025.
BBMP Quick Facts and Details
Full Form: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Kannada meaning: Greater Bengaluru City Corporation
Formed: 2007 (by merging Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike + 7 City Municipal Councils + 1 Town Panchayat)
Dissolved: September 2, 2025
Replaced by: Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) from September 2, 2025
Area governed: 709 sq km of Bengaluru city
Wards: 243 wards (now reorganised under GBA's 5 city corporations into 369 wards)
Population served: ~12 million (Bengaluru city)
Headquarters: N.R. Square (Hudson Circle), Bengaluru 560002
Legal authority: Karnataka Municipal Corporations Act, 1976
Annual revenue target (peak): ~₹7,000 to 8,000 crore
What Happened to BBMP? Is It Still Active?
BBMP Was Dissolved. GBA Replaced It. Here’s What That Means for You.
On September 2, 2025, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) was officially dissolved after the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024 (Act 36 of 2025) came into force. The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) became the new apex civic body.
However, for day-to-day purposes, this name change matters much less than you might expect:
All BBMP portals (property tax, e-Khata, building plan) continue to operate with the same URLs
All BBMP phone numbers and emails remain active
Your SAS ID, PID, e-Khata, and property tax receipts remain valid
BBMP ward offices remain open as city corporation offices under GBA
Practically, if you are paying property tax, checking Khata, or calling about garbage everything works the same. The name BBMP now refers to GBA's operational functions.
BBMP (Old) | GBA (New from September 2, 2025) |
Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike | Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) apex body |
One single body governing all of Bengaluru | GBA oversees 5 city corporations (North, South, East, West, Central Bengaluru) |
243 wards, one Commissioner | 369 wards across 5 corporations, each with its own Mayor and Commissioner |
Website: site.bbmp.gov.in | Website: bbmp.gov.in (now GBA) | gba.karnataka.gov.in |
BBMP Commissioner | GBA Chief Commissioner (M. Maheshwar Rao IAS, appointed August 26, 2025) |
Property tax portal: bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in | UNCHANGED same portal |
e-Khata portal: bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in | UNCHANGED same portal |
Building plan: bpas.bbmpgov.in | UNCHANGED same portal |
Main helpline: 1533 | UNCHANGED same number |
BBMP Emergency Number and All Official Helplines
All Verified Contact Numbers for BBMP / GBA in 2026
All numbers below are verified from the official BBMP/GBA portal (site.bbmp.gov.in) as of May 2026.
1533: BBMP / GBA Main Helpline
Central citizen services helpline. For all civic complaints: roads, drainage, garbage, water logging. Available during working hours.
9480685700: Sahaaya 2.0 Garbage / Solid Waste
BBMP Sahaaya portal garbage and solid waste management complaint helpline. Call for missed garbage collection, bin overflows, or waste dumping.
(080) 2266 0000: BBMP / GBA Main Office Line, General queries to GBA Head Office, N.R. Square. Also for enquiries about service portals.
(080) 2297 5555: BBMP Revenue Helpdesk, For property tax and Khata queries. Talk to the Revenue division about SAS ID, dues, and Khata applications.
94806 83695: BBMP Revenue Helpdesk (Mobile), Mobile number for revenue / property-related queries. Useful when the landline has a long wait.
1800-425-0422: GBA Toll-Free Helpline, GBA citizen services toll-free number. Available for all GBA / BBMP service grievances.
Service and Contact / URL
Garbage / Solid Waste (Sahaaya 2.0): 9480685700 | Sahaaya 2.0 portal: support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline
Property Tax (Revenue Division): (080) 2297 5555 | 94806 83695 | dcrev@bbmp.gov.in
e-Khata / Khata queries: (080) 2297 5555 | dcrev@bbmp.gov.in
Commissioner's Office: comm@bbmp.gov.in
GBA / BBMP Main Office: (080) 2266 0000 | N.R. Square, Bengaluru 560002
GBA Toll-Free: 1800-425-0422
e-Helpline (online complaint): support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline
Building Plan / BPAS: bpas.bbmpgov.in
Pothole / Road Complaints: 1533 (BBMP main helpline)
Water Logging : 1533 | Also BBMC ward office
Tree Trimming / Fallen Tree: 1533 | Also forest department if on public road
Stray Dog Complaints:1533 | BBMP Animal Husbandry Section
STP / Sewerage Complaints BWSSB: 1800-425-5655 (BBMP handles roads; BWSSB handles sewage)
Power / Streetlight Complaints: BESCOM: 1912 (not BBMP streetlights: 1533)
For True Emergencies (Accidents, Fire, Medical, Police)
Fire Department: 101
Police Emergency: 100
Ambulance (National): 108
Disaster Management: 1070
Women's Helpline: 1091
BBMP / GBA (civic): 1533 for civic emergencies like tree falls, road collapse, flooding. These are NOT BBMP numbers. BBMP 1533 is for civic/municipal issues, not police, fire, or medical emergencies.
BBMP Commissioner: Role and Current Officer
Who Runs BBMP/GBA and What the Commissioner Does
The BBMP Commissioner (now the GBA Chief Commissioner) is the senior IAS officer who heads the administrative and executive machinery of Bengaluru's civic body. The Commissioner is appointed by the Karnataka Government and reports to the GBA.
Commissioner Detail Current (May 2026)
Title (under GBA): Chief Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority
Also known as: BBMP Commissioner (historical title still commonly used)
Current Chief Commissioner: M. Maheshwar Rao (IAS)
Appointed: August 26, 2025
Office address: Greater Bengaluru Authority, N.R. Square (Hudson Circle), Bengaluru 560002
Official email: comm@bbmp.gov.in
Phone: (080) 2266 0000
Authority under: Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024 (Act 36 of 2025)
Reports to: GBA Chairperson (Chief Minister of Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah)
Key responsibilities: Day-to-day administration, budget management, property tax enforcement, e-Khata, building approvals, solid waste, roads, civic services
The GBA is chaired ex-officio by the Chief Minister of Karnataka (CM Siddaramaiah) and Vice-Chaired by the Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who holds the Bengaluru Development portfolio. The Chief Commissioner functions as the Member Secretary and the principal executive officer of the GBA.
BBMP Official Website: Where to Go in 2026
www.bbmp.gov.in, site.bbmp.gov.in, and the Updated GBA Portals
Many residents search for 'www. bbmp. in' or 'www bbmp com' note that the official BBMP website is a gov. In domain, not .com. Any .com website claiming to be BBMP is unofficial.
Official BBMP / GBA Websites (Verified May 2026)
Main GBA/BBMP portal: bbmp.gov.in (now redirects to GBA content)
Legacy BBMP site (still active): site.bbmp.gov.in
GBA official Karnataka portal: gba.karnataka.gov.in
GBA updates portal: updates.bbmpgov.in
WARNING: bbmp.com, www.bbmponline.com, or any non- gov. In site is NOT the official BBMP website.
BBMP Property Tax Pay, Check Dues, Download Receipt
Pay GBA/BBMP property tax online, check dues by SAS ID or PID, download tax receipts, use the tax calculator. All Bengaluru properties. 5% rebate window: extended to May 31, 2026.
BBMP e-Aasthi e-Khata Application, Transfer, Status
Apply for new e-Khata, check application status, download e-Khata for ₹125, Khata transfer (mutation), B-to-A Khata conversion. Log in with mobile OTP.
BBMP BPAS Building Plan Approval System
Apply for building plan approval, check building plan status, download approved plans, submit revised plans. Mandatory for all construction in BBMP/GBA limits.
BBMP Sahaaya 2.0 Garbage & Civic Complaints
support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline
Lodge civic complaints online: garbage collection missed, road damage, pothole, water logging, stray animals, encroachment, streetlight fault. Track complaint status.
BBMP B-to-A Khata Conversion Portal
bbmp.karnataka.gov.in/BtoAKhata
Dedicated portal for B Khata to A Khata conversion. Apply, submit documents, pay betterment charges, and track status online.
BBMP GBA Official Portal
bbmp.gov.in | gba.karnataka.gov.in
GBA official portal. Press releases, circulars, officer contacts, BBMP ward finder, and GBA governance information.
BBMP e-Helpline (Online Complaint)
support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline
Online grievance submission and tracking. Submit complaints with photos and GPS location. Track status with complaint reference number.
BBMP Property Services: Everything in One Place
Property Tax, Khata, Building Plan Complete Guide
BBMP Property Tax
BBMP/GBA collects annual property tax from all residential, commercial, and industrial properties within its five city corporation limits. The tax uses the Unit Area Value (UAV) system with Zones A–F.
Portal: bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in
What you need: SAS Application Number or PID Number
FY 2026-27 rebate: 5% if paid in full rebate window now extended to May 31, 2026
Penalty: 2% per month after the due date
Helpline: (080) 2297 5555
BBMP Khata (e-Aasthi)
A Khata is the municipal property ownership certificate. It is mandatory for property transactions, home loans, and utility connections in Bengaluru. From October 2024, e-Khata is mandatory for all property registrations.
Portal: bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in
Download e-Khata: ₹125. Use your SAS ID and mobile OTP.
13 lakh e-Khatas unlocked for instant download (as of April 25, 2026)
Khata transfer: 2% of stamp duty paid at registration, minimum ₹500
B-to-A conversion: bbmp.karnataka.gov.in/B to A Khata
BBMP Building Plan Approval (BPAS)
Any construction within BBMP/GBA limits residential or commercial requires a building plan approved by BBMP through the BPAS (Building Plan Approval System). From July 1, 2025, e-Khata is mandatory for all building plan applications.
Portal: bpas.bbmpgov.in
What you need: e-Khata, survey sketch (Dishank), land ownership documents, architect-drawn plan
Process: fully online. Apply, pay, submit, track, and download approved plan.
Helpline: bpas.bbmpgov.in support or BBMP main: 1533
BBMP Garbage: Sahaaya 2.0 and Solid Waste Management
How Garbage Collection Works in Bengaluru and How to Complain
Solid waste management is one of BBMP/GBA's primary functions. Each of the five city corporations under GBA handles garbage collection for its wards. Daily collection happens via BBMP pourakarmika (sanitation workers) and BBMP-contracted vehicles.
Garbage Service | How It Works | Contact |
Daily garbage collection | BBMP pourakarmika collect door-to-door every day in most wards. Two bins required: green (wet/organic) and black (dry/recyclable). | 1533 if collection is missed |
Sahaaya 2.0 app / helpline | BBMP's official civic complaint platform. Register complaints for: missed collection, overflowing bins, illegal dumping, waste burning. | 9480685700 | support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline |
Bulk Waste Generator (BWG) compliance | Apartment complexes and commercial establishments generating >100 kg/day of waste must be registered as BWGs and manage their own organic waste treatment. | BBMP Solid Waste Management department or 1533 |
e-Waste disposal | BBMP has designated e-waste drop points. Check bbmp.gov.in for nearest location. | 1533 or BBMP Solid Waste dept |
Construction and demolition waste (C&D) | Separate disposal. BBMP has designated C&D waste collection points. Do not dump C&D waste in public bins. | 1533 |
Garbage complaint not resolved | Escalate via Sakala: sakala.karnataka.gov.in if response is delayed beyond 3 working days |
BBMP Near Me: How to Find Your Nearest BBMP / GBA Office
Ward Office, ARO, Zone Office: Finding the Right Office for Your Need
'BBMP near me' usually means: which office do I go to for my specific property matter? The answer depends on the service you need.
What You Need | Which Office | How to Find It |
Property tax payment (in-person) | BBMP ward office (ARO) for your ward | KarnatakaOne centre | bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in → Find ARO (karnatakaone.gov.in) → Find Centre e-Khata application or Khata transfer |
BBMP ARO office for your ward (Selected) | BangaloreOne centres | bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in → Find Your ARO |
Building plan approval | BBMP Zonal office (Mahadevapura, East, West, South, RR Nagar zones) | bpas.bbmpgov.in → Zone finder |
Garbage complaint | BBMP ward office for your ward (Sahaaya 2.0 helpline) | 1533 or support.bbmpgov.in/ehelpline |
Encroachment / civic issue | BBMP ward office for your ward | Site search: bbmp.gov.in → Ward Finder |
Road / pothole issue | BBMP Road Engineering department in your zone | 1533 they will route your complaint |
Head Office / Commissioner | GBA Head Office, N.R. Square, Bengaluru 560002 | (080) 2266 0000 | comm@bbmp.gov.in |
The fastest way to find your ward ARO office in 2026: visit bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in, go to 'Find Your ARO', and enter your ward number or property details. Alternatively, call 1533 and the BBMP operator will direct you to the right ward office.
BBMP Zones and City Corporations Under GBA. Which Corporation Covers Your Bengaluru Address?
Under GBA (from September 2, 2025), BBMP's six old zones have been reorganised into five city corporations, each with its own Commissioner and Mayor (elections pending as of May 2026). Your property's relevant city corporation handles your tax, Khata, and building plan.
GBA City Corporation | Areas Covered (General) |
North Bengaluru City Corporation | Yelahanka, Hebbal, Kodigehalli, Dasarahalli, Vidyaranyapura, Byatarayanapura, Jalahalli, Devanahalli belt |
South Bengaluru City Corporation | Jayanagar, JP Nagar, Banashankari, BTM Layout, Basavanagudi, Kanakapura Road belt, Padmanabhanagar |
East Bengaluru City Corporation | Indiranagar, Whitefield, Mahadevapura, KR Puram, HAL, Domlur, Kadugodi, Brookefield |
West Bengaluru City Corporation | Rajajinagar, Yeshwantpur, Malleswaram, Tumkur Road belt, Vijayanagar, Nagarbhavi, Kengeri |
Central Bengaluru City Corporation | MG Road, Brigade Road, Shivajinagar, Koramangala, HSR Layout, Richmond Town, Langford Town, Frazer Town |
Note: Final ward-level boundaries within each corporation are being delimited as of May 2026. To confirm your property's exact cor poration, check bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in with your PID or search your ward on the GBA portal.
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Building plan approval support via BPAS
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Civic grievance escalation via BBMP / Sakala when service fails
