How to Check Land Records Online โ State-Wise Guide
Check land records online for all Indian states. State-wise portal links, step-by-step process to view khata, khasra, jamabandi, and property details.
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What are Land Records?
Land records are official government documents that contain information about land ownership, area, type, and transaction history. In India, land records are maintained by the Revenue Department of each state government.
Checking land records is essential for:
- Verifying property ownership before buying land
- Getting mutation done after property transfer
- Applying for loans using land as collateral
- Resolving property disputes
- Paying property tax and land revenue
- Government scheme benefits (PM Kisan, crop insurance, etc.)
Common Land Record Terms
| Term | Meaning | Used In |
|---|---|---|
| Khata/Khatauni | Ownership record | UP, MP, Rajasthan, Bihar |
| Khasra | Plot-level record with area details | UP, MP, Rajasthan |
| Jamabandi/Fard | Record of rights | Punjab, Haryana |
| 7/12 Extract (Satbara) | Land ownership extract | Maharashtra |
| RTC (Record of Rights) | Ownership + crop details | Karnataka |
| Patta/Chitta | Ownership + area record | Tamil Nadu |
| Dag/Chitha | Plot details | Assam |
| Bhulekh | Online land record system | UP, Uttarakhand |
State-Wise Land Record Portals
North India
| State | Portal Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Bhulekh UP | bhulekh.up.nic.in |
| Rajasthan | Apna Khata | apnakhata.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhulekh MP | mpbhulekh.gov.in |
| Punjab | PLRS | jamabandi.punjab.gov.in |
| Haryana | Jamabandi | jamabandi.nic.in |
| Uttarakhand | Bhulekh UK | bhulekh.uk.gov.in |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himbhoomi | himbhoomi.hp.gov.in |
| Delhi | DORIS | dlrc.delhi.gov.in |
| Jammu & Kashmir | JKLRIS | landrecords.jk.gov.in |
South India
| State | Portal Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | Bhoomi | landrecords.karnataka.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu | Patta Chitta | eservices.tn.gov.in/eservicesnew/land/patta_english.html |
| Andhra Pradesh | Meebhoomi | meebhoomi.ap.gov.in |
| Telangana | Dharani | dharani.telangana.gov.in |
| Kerala | E-Rekha | erekha.kerala.gov.in |
East India
| State | Portal Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
| West Bengal | Banglarbhumi | banglarbhumi.gov.in |
| Bihar | Bhumi Jankari | bhumijankari.bihar.gov.in |
| Odisha | Bhulekh Odisha | bhulekh.ori.nic.in |
| Jharkhand | Jharbhoomi | jharbhoomi.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Assam | Dharitree | revenueassam.nic.in |
West India
| State | Portal Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Mahabhulekh | bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in |
| Gujarat | AnyROR | anyror.gujarat.gov.in |
| Goa | Goa Land Records | egov.goa.nic.in |
Northeast India
| State | Portal Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Tripura | Jami | jami.tripura.gov.in |
| Meghalaya | MegLR | meghalaya.gov.in |
| Manipur | Louchapathap | louchapathap.nic.in |
Other States/UTs
| State/UT | Portal | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Chhattisgarh | Bhuiyan | bhuiyan.cg.nic.in |
| Chandigarh | CLR | chdrevenue.gov.in |
| Puducherry | Revenue | pon.nic.in |
How to Check Land Records Online (General Steps)
While each state portal has a different interface, the general process is similar:
Step 1: Visit Your State Portal
Go to the land record portal for your state from the list above.
Step 2: Select Location
Choose your:
- District
- Tehsil/Taluka
- Village/Town
Step 3: Search by Owner Name or Plot Number
You can usually search by:
- Owner name (Khatedar/Pattadar name)
- Khasra/Plot/Survey number
- Khata number
- Aadhaar number (in some states)
Step 4: View Records
The portal displays:
- Owner name(s) and their share
- Plot area (in bigha, hectare, or acres)
- Land type โ agricultural, residential, commercial
- Mutation history โ Record of ownership transfers
- Encumbrance details โ Any loans or charges on the property
Step 5: Download/Print
Most portals allow you to download PDF or print the record. Some states provide digitally signed copies that are legally valid.
How to Check Specific State Records
Uttar Pradesh (Bhulekh UP)
- Visit bhulekh.up.nic.in
- Select district โ tehsil โ village
- Search by khasra/gata number or owner name
- View khatauni (ownership record)
Maharashtra (7/12 Extract)
- Visit bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in
- Select division โ district โ taluka โ village
- Enter survey number or owner name
- View 7/12 extract and 8A extract
Karnataka (Bhoomi RTC)
- Visit landrecords.karnataka.gov.in
- Select district โ taluk โ hobli โ village
- Enter survey number or owner name
- View RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops)
Bihar (Bhumi Jankari)
- Visit bhumijankari.bihar.gov.in
- Select district โ sub-division โ circle โ mauza
- Search by khata number or plot number
- View jamabandi and khatiyan
What to Check Before Buying Property
When verifying land records before purchase, check:
- Owner name matches seller โ Ensure the person selling is the actual owner
- No encumbrance โ Get an Encumbrance Certificate (EC) from the sub-registrar
- Land type โ Agricultural land has restrictions on use and sale to non-farmers
- Mutation done โ Property should be mutated in the seller's name
- No litigation โ Check for pending court cases
- Government acquisition โ Check if land is under any acquisition notice
- Approved layout โ For residential plots, verify it's in an approved layout
Frequently Asked Questions
Are online land records legally valid?
Online land records are for information purposes. For legal transactions, you need certified copies from the tehsildar or sub-registrar office. Some states now provide digitally signed copies online that are legally valid.
Is checking land records online free?
Yes, viewing land records online is free in most states. However, downloading certified/digitally signed copies may have a nominal fee (โน10-50).
Can I check someone else's land records?
Yes. Land records are public documents. Anyone can search and view land ownership details for any property.
What if the online record shows wrong information?
Visit your tehsildar/revenue office and file an application for correction. You may need to provide supporting documents like sale deed, court order, etc.
How often are online records updated?
Update frequency varies by state. Most states update records after mutation is completed, which can take a few weeks to months after a property transaction.
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