Paying land tax on time is a basic duty for every landowner in Bangladesh, yet many people still queue at the union land office just to find out how much they owe. The Ministry of Land has moved most of this work online, so you can now check your land development tax, widely called khajna, from your phone or computer.
What Is Land Development Tax
Land development tax is the yearly amount landowners pay to the government for the land they hold. Most people simply call it khajna. Paying it regularly keeps your land record clean and protects you from disputes, penalties and delays when you want to sell, transfer or mutate your property.
What You Need Before You Start
Keep your National Identity (NID) card, an active mobile number, and your land details ready. These include the mouza name, khatian number and plot number from your deed or record of rights. Having these at hand saves time and avoids mistakes during registration.
Steps to Check Your Land Tax Online
Begin at the Ministry of Land website, land.gov.bd, where the e-Mutation and land development tax services are listed. For tax details, open the Land Development Tax system at ldtax.gov.bd and register using your mobile number and NID information. Once your registration is complete, the designated land office generates your holding details. These show your land information and a payment token number, which you need to pay the tax. You can also use the Bhumi mobile app from the Ministry of Land, which offers digital land tax payment, mutation applications and access to land records and mouza maps.
How to Pay and Save Your Receipt
After checking the amount due, you can pay through the Ministry of Land website or through bKash. In the bKash app, go to Pay Bill, choose Government Fee, and then select Land Development Tax. Enter your payment token number and complete the payment. The bill receipt is sent directly to your mobile, and it is wise to save a copy or print it for future use.
Why Your Tax Receipt Matters for Mutation
The e-Mutation portal, available at mutation.land.gov.bd, is where landowners apply online for mutation, which means updating ownership in the government record. Proof of land development tax payment is one of the documents required with a mutation application. If you plan to buy, inherit or transfer land, having your latest tax receipt ready will make the process smoother.
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What to Do If You Face Problems
If you cannot find your payment token number or your holding details, call the Ministry of Land hotline at 16122 and share your holding information. You can also visit your designated union or upazila land office for help. Always use only official government websites and avoid sharing your personal details with agents or unknown pages.
