Online land records are not updated. What do I do?

Digitization is ongoing in many states — some records may be outdated. For the most current record, visit the Tehsil/Patwari office and get a physical certified copy. For recent mutations (transfer after sale/inheritance), check if the mutation process is completed — sometimes digital records lag physical records by 3-6 months.

I want to buy a plot. How to verify it is not disputed?

Step 1: Check land records online for owner name and history. Step 2: Get an encumbrance certificate from the Sub-Registrar office (shows all transactions on the property for the last 13-30 years). Step 3: Visit the local Tehsil office and ask the Patwari if there are any disputes. Step 4: For high-value purchases, hire a property lawyer to do a title search (₹5,000-15,000).

What is mutation and why is it important?

Mutation is the process of updating land records after a property changes hands (sale, inheritance, gift). Without mutation, the old owner's name remains in revenue records — which means government benefits (PM Kisan, etc.) go to the old owner, and you can't use the land as collateral for loans. After buying property, ALWAYS complete mutation at the Tehsil office within 6 months.

Updated: March 2026

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How to Check Land Records Online (Bhulekh / Bhu Naksha)

Check land ownership, khasra/khatauni records, plot maps, and property history online — every state has a free Bhulekh portal with digital land records

Free

All states

Records

Khasra, Khatauni

Maps

Bhu Naksha

Use

Property verification

🌐State-Wise Land Record Portals

State	Portal Name	URL	What You Can Check
Uttar Pradesh	UP Bhulekh	upbhulekh.gov.in	Khasra, Khatauni, owner details
Madhya Pradesh	MP Bhulekh	mpbhulekh.gov.in	Khasra, B1, land map
Bihar	Bihar Bhumi	biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in	Jamabandi, land map, mutation
Rajasthan	Apna Khata	apnakhata.rajasthan.gov.in	Jamabandi, Nakal, owner details
Maharashtra	Mahabhulekh	mahabhulekh.maharashtra.gov.in	7/12 extract, 8A extract
Karnataka	Bhoomi	landrecords.karnataka.gov.in	RTC, mutation details
Telangana	Dharani	dharani.telangana.gov.in	Pahani, land passbook
Tamil Nadu	TN Patta	eservices.tn.gov.in	Patta, Chitta, FMB
West Bengal	Banglarbhumi	banglarbhumi.gov.in	Plot info, khatian, mutation

📝How to Check (General Steps)

Visit your state's land record portal

See table above for direct links. All are free — no login required for basic searches.

Select district → tehsil → village

Navigate through the dropdown menus to reach your specific village/area.

Search by: owner name, khasra/plot number, or khata number

Enter any one identifier. The portal shows: current owner name, plot area, land type (agricultural/residential), and ownership history.

Download/print the record

Most portals let you download a PDF. This digital record is for reference — for legal purposes, you may need a certified copy from the Tehsil office (₹10-50).

⚠️Why Checking Land Records is Important

Before buying property: ALWAYS verify land records before paying any money. Check: (1) Is the seller the actual owner? (2) Is there any encumbrance (loan/mortgage on the property)? (3) Is the land agricultural or residential? (4) Are there any pending disputes or court cases?

For government schemes: PM Kisan, KALIA, Rythu Bandhu — all verify land ownership through digital records. If your land records are wrong, you won't receive benefits.

For bank loans: Home loans and agricultural loans require clean land titles. Banks verify records online before sanctioning.

Common frauds prevented by checking records: (1) Seller doesn't actually own the land, (2) Same land sold to multiple buyers, (3) Agricultural land being sold as residential (illegal without conversion), (4) Disputed property with pending court cases. 5 minutes of online verification can save you from lakhs of rupees in fraud.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

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Land record portals are for reference. For legal transactions, obtain certified copies from the respective revenue office.