Most problems with plots in Mysuru come from documents nobody checked before the token was paid. Here are the documents to ask for, what each one tells you, and the questions to ask. AMACS India shows buyers these documents before booking, and we recommend that you or your lawyer check them yourself.
The checklist
| Document | What it tells you | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Approved layout plan | That a planning authority (MUDA/MDA, or the authority outside the city) approved the layout | The approval reference, and that your plot number is on the plan |
| Release order | That your plot has been released for sale after the layout works | Your plot number is in a released lot |
| Title deed and its history | Who owns the land and how ownership passed down | An unbroken chain of ownership, ideally over 30 years |
| Encumbrance certificate (EC) | Registered transactions on the property, such as sales and mortgages | No pending loan or charge on the plot |
| Conversion order | That the land was converted from agricultural to residential use | The survey numbers match the layout |
| E-khata | The property’s record with the local body, needed for registration | The khata is in the seller’s name and matches the plot |
| Tax receipts | That property tax has been paid | No arrears |
| RERA registration | That the project is registered with Karnataka RERA, where the law requires it | The number on rera.karnataka.gov.in |
Questions to ask the seller
- Which authority approved this layout, and can I see the approved plan?
- Is my plot in a released lot?
- Is there an e-khata for this plot, and in whose name?
- Does the project need RERA registration, and what is its number?
- Which roads, drains, water and power connections are already in place?
- Will my bank lend for this plot?
E-khata in Karnataka
The Karnataka government announced that from 30 September 2024 no property would be registered without an e-khata, issued through E-Aasthi by urban local bodies and E-Swathu by gram panchayats. Ask for the plot’s e-khata before you pay a token.
How AMACS India helps
At the site visit we show you the approved layout plan, the title documents and the khata details for the plot you choose. Our registration officer then works with you, and your lawyer or bank if you have one, up to registration. See plot registration and loans.
Questions about plot documents
What is the most important document when buying a site?
There is no single one. The approved layout plan, a clear title chain, a clean encumbrance certificate and a valid e-khata together tell you the plot can be registered, financed and built on.
Should I hire a lawyer to check the documents?
Yes, if you can. A property lawyer can check the title chain and records that a buyer cannot easily verify alone.
Can I register a plot without an e-khata?
Not since the Karnataka government made the e-khata necessary for registration from 30 September 2024.
Sources: Deccan Herald, 28 September 2024; Mysuru Development Authority Act, 2024. General information, not legal advice.
