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Documents required for property mutation (dakhil-kharij) — 2026

Documents for property mutation after sale, inheritance, gift, partition. Sale deed + previous khata + ID + property tax. Plus state-specific variations.

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 +====== Documents required for property mutation (dakhil-kharij) — 2026 ======
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 +<WRAP info>**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).</WRAP>
 +
 +===== 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|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.
 +
 +→ Use our **[[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]]** to generate a free §6(1) application asking for the rejection reason in 60 seconds.
 +
 +===== 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 [[:check-status:start|status-check guides]]
 +  - **If rejected for "documents inadequate"**: request specific deficiency under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
 +  - **For state-specific guidance**: see [[:state-rti-portals-directory|state portals directory]]
 +
 +===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
 +
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 +  * ⚖️ **[[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html|First Appeal Generator]]** — §19(1) draft on Day 31
 +  * 📅 **[[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html|Timeline Calculator]]** — track 30-day window
 +
 +===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
 +
 +  * **Track status**: [[:check-status:property-mutation-status|How to check property mutation status]]
 +  * **State-by-state**: [[:scheme-state:property-mutation:start|Property Mutation across all 36 states]]
 +  * **If rejected, file RTI**: [[:rti-for-property-mutation-delay|Full RTI guide]]
 +  * **Citizen RTI playbook**: [[:citizen-rti-playbook|All 100+ scenarios]]
 +  * **All documents checklists**: [[:documents:start|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.//
 +
 +{{tag>property mutation documents-checklist citizen-help}}