A demand notice is a formal letter or document sent by an authority, company or government department asking you to pay a certain amount of money. This may include utility bills, property tax, housing society charges, traffic fines or any other official payment notice.
What is a Demand Notice?
A demand notice usually contains:
- The amount you need to pay
- The due date for payment
- Your reference or account number
- Details about the charges
- Instructions for how to make the payment
It may be delivered to your home, emailed to you or available online through an official website.
Where Can You Receive a Demand Notice?
You might get a demand notice through:
- Physical mail (at your address)
- Email or SMS alerts
- Online portals (like LDA, CDA, DHA, K-Electric, WASA, SNGPL etc.)
- Your customer account on the service provider website
How to Check a Demand Notice Online
Visit the Official Website
Go to the website of the department or company that issued the demand notice. For example:
- For property tax: Visit your local development authority site (LDA, CDA etc.)
- For utility bills: Visit the relevant utility company site (K-Electric, WASA, SNGPL etc.)
Go to the Demand Notice or Billing Section
Look for a section on the homepage that says something like:
- Demand Notice
- Bill Inquiry
- Payment Details
- Property Tax Bill
- Account Statement
Enter Your Information
You will usually need to enter one of the following:
- Reference number
- Account number
- Property ID
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Email address or phone number
View Your Demand Notice
Once you enter the required details, your demand notice will appear on the screen. It will show:
- Amount due
- Billing period
- Due date
- Payment method
Download or Print Demand Notice
You can either:
- Download the demand notice as a PDF
- Print it directly if needed for payment or record keeping
How to Pay a Demand Notice
Once you have checked your demand notice, you can usually pay it:
- Online (via bank app, EasyPaisa, JazzCash, or credit/debit card)
- At a bank branch
- At customer service centers
Common Authorities That Issue Demand Notices in Pakistan
Authority | Purpose |
LDA / CDA / DHA | Property tax, plot dues |
K-Electric | Electricity bills |
WASA | Water and sewerage charges |
SNGPL | Gas bills |
Excise & Taxation | Vehicle token tax, property tax |
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