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Documents required for property mutation (dakhil-kharij) — 2026
Direct answer. Property mutation (also called dakhil-kharij, namantaran, khata transfer) updates the revenue/municipal record after change of ownership. Apply to Tehsildar / Municipal Revenue Officer. Documents vary by mode of transfer (sale, inheritance, gift, partition). Statutory disposal 45-90 days under state Revenue Codes. Fee Rs. 50-500 (state-specific).
Mandatory documents
- Application form — State-specific (Form 11 / Form 6 / Form 7)
- Sale deed (registered) — For purchase mutation; original + 2 photocopies
- Will / Inheritance certificate — For inheritance mutation
- Gift deed (registered) — For gift mutation
- Partition deed (registered) — For partition between heirs
- Previous khata / RoR (Record of Rights) — Of the seller / previous owner
- Encumbrance certificate (EC) — last 13 years — From sub-registrar; shows no liens
- Property tax receipts (current) — Establishing tax payment up to date
- NOC from co-heirs — For partition cases — all heirs must sign
- Affidavit of sole heirship — For inheritance — when only one claimant
- Aadhaar of new owner(s) — Identity
- Identity + address proof of new owner — Voter ID / Driving Licence
- Two passport-size photos — Recent
Optional / situational documents
- Death certificate of previous owner — For inheritance mutation
- Marriage certificate — For mutation to spouse
- Court order — If mutation is court-directed
- Power of Attorney (registered) — If applying via authorized representative
- NOC from bank — If property has existing mortgage
Specifications + key rules
- Place of birth = jurisdiction for revenue records — apply at correct tehsil/municipality.
- Stamp duty must be paid before applying — sale deed must be registered.
- Encumbrance certificate for last 13 years from sub-registrar — proves clear title.
- Inheritance — if no will, all legal heirs must sign affidavit + apply jointly.
- Online mutation available in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, AP, UP, MP, Rajasthan via Bhumi/Bhulekh portals.
- Mutation does NOT confer ownership — your sale deed does. Mutation updates the revenue record (for property tax + future sales).
- Without mutation, you can't pay property tax in your name — essential for utility connections, insurance, loans.
Where to apply
Tehsildar / Municipal Revenue Officer. Online via state Bhulekh/Bhumi portal (where available).
→ Official source: https://services.india.gov.in/service/listing?cat_id=11&ln=en
If you don't have all documents
If mutation is delayed beyond 90 days OR objections raised without your knowledge, file RTI to Tehsildar for application status + Patwari verification + objection details + projected completion.
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Frequently asked questions
- Q: How long does mutation take? — 45-90 days under state Revenue Codes. In practice, 60-180 days; faster with online application + e-mutation enabled.
- Q: Is mutation required after sale? — Yes — without mutation, you can't pay property tax in your name, get utility connections, or sell onward smoothly.
- Q: What if mutation is rejected? — Appeal to SDM within 30 days under state Revenue Code. Free legal aid available via SLSA.
- Q: Cost? — Rs. 50-500 typically. Free in some states like Karnataka if online.
- Q: Inheritance — all heirs need to sign? — Yes — partition or joint mutation. If a heir refuses, apply for partition via court first.
Summary + next steps
- Gather mandatory documents above before applying — saves a re-visit
- Apply via official portal (link above) — no agent needed
- Track status: see our status-check guides
- If rejected for “documents inadequate”: request specific deficiency under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
- For state-specific guidance: see state portals directory
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Related on RTI Wiki
- Track status: How to check property mutation status
- State-by-state: Property Mutation across all 36 states
- If rejected, file RTI: Full RTI guide
- Citizen RTI playbook: All 100+ scenarios
- All documents checklists: All 30 checklists
Sources
- Statutory references: as cited in Specifications above
- Official portal: linked in “Where to apply” above
- RTI Act 2005 §§4, 6, 7, 19
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.
