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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru civic body rolls out Aadhaar-based eKhata mutation: Here's a step-by-step guide
Bengaluru property owners can now avail automatic eKhata mutation through an Aadhaar-enabled online system, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) announced on Wednesday. The initiative aims to streamline property mutation processes and eliminate delays for citizens with pending eKhata updates.(Wiki Commons ) The initiative aims to streamline property mutation processes and eliminate delays for citizens with pending eKhata updates. The service, officially launched under the leadership of Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru In-Charge Minister DK Shivakumar, allows property buyers and sellers to complete eKhata mutations entirely online using Aadhaar authentication. The announcement was made by BBMP Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao, IAS, who said the new system is part of BBMP's broader efforts to bring ease, transparency, and speed to property-related services. (Also Read: Bengaluru's E-khata woes: Errors, delays and size inaccuracies frustrate owners, trigger surprise property tax notices How the automatic mutation process works Citizens with pending eKhata mutations can follow these steps: Visit Click on the 'eKhata Automatic Mutations – Get Your Mutation' link under 'Important Instructions' Search for the pending mutation using the ePID number of the property Authenticate both the seller/giver and purchaser/receiver using Aadhaar eKYC If the Aadhaar of the seller/giver matches the Aadhaar seeded with the property eKhata, the mutation will be automatically approved after a seven-day objection period BBMP clarified that any disputed cases flagged during the process will be reviewed and resolved by an authorized officer. In a related move aimed at offering long-awaited relief to property owners, the Karnataka State Cabinet recently approved the regularisation of B-Khata properties issued by BBMP up to September 2024. This decision will enable such properties to be upgraded to A-Khata status, giving residents access to essential civic amenities and long-term legal clarity. 'When giving it, we will specify the parameters. If property owners comply with the parameters, then B-Khata will be issued,' said Law Minister H.K. Patil, following the Cabinet meeting held on July 18. Together, these reforms are part of a broader effort by the state government to enhance transparency, improve service delivery, and ensure that citizens benefit from a more efficient property management framework in Bengaluru. (With agency inputs) (Also Read: BBMP e-khata glitch triggers unfair tax notices to Bengaluru homeowners over parking space: Report)
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
One-time settlement planned to upgrade B-khata
Bengaluru: After granting B-khata status to properties in unauthorised layouts under various urban local bodies, the govt is now considering a one-time settlement (OTS) scheme to upgrade such properties to A-khata. Urban development minister BS Suresha made the announcement in the legislative council Tuesday, amid criticism from the opposition over the ongoing E-khata controversy. Responding to opposition demands for a review, Suresha said, "B-khata provides owners with legal documents for their properties. Now we are considering upgrading such properties to A-khata by introducing a one-time settlement (OTS)." You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru | Gold Rates Today in Bengaluru | Silver Rates Today in Bengaluru The move comes after BJP and JD(S) members slammed the govt for what they termed the failure of its E-khata initiative. "More than providing relief to citizens, E-khata has become 'enforcement khata' and citizens are being unnecessarily harassed and put to hardships," said BJP's KS Naveen. "Obtaining E-khata after crossing multiple hurdles does not allow citizens to construct houses or other buildings as this is merely a piece of paper." Clarifying the govt's position, Suresha said, "Several illegal layouts have sprung up in towns and cities and citizens have bought properties without any valid documents of land conversion or plan approval from competent authorities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The boy meets a dog on the street - no one expected what happened next. Women's Method Undo Our ambitious programme of providing B-khata helped them secure valid and legal khatas and entitled them to use govt roads and other infrastructural facilities. But B-khata does not mean they can begin construction or other activity on converted revenue land. " To this, BJP's CT Ravi asked: "Then, what purpose would B-khata serve if people are not entitled to build a house on their property?" During the debate, Suresha also tabled data showing that 2,747 acres of agricultural land had been converted for non-agricultural purposes in the past two years, with Dharwad district topping the list at 395 acres, followed by Mysuru (361.2 acres) and Chitradurga (280 acres). Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
NDTV
07-08-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Bengaluru Users Complain About Shocking Tax Notices Over Parking Space, Civic Body Responds
A technical malfunction in the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike's (BBMP) e-Khata system has caused widespread frustration among property owners in Bengaluru, with thousands receiving unexpected show-cause notices. The e-Khata system, a digital platform designed to streamline property documentation, issues an online property certificate that records ownership details, including title history, tax records, and property dimensions. This certificate has been mandatory for all property transactions in the city since July 1, 2025, as part of BBMP's efforts to enhance transparency and digitise property records. However, as many as 31,000 homeowners received show-cause notices for not including car parking areas in their property's carpet size reports. Several people took to social media to express their frustration, questioning the need for this additional tax burden. Many residents claimed that the notices were issued without proper verification of the original property documents. Dear @BBMPofficial @BBMPAdmn @BBMPCOMM, Please advise your ARO to create e-Khata properly. Home buyers are harazed by them by not doing their job honestly. There are lot of bugs in e-Khata. We are chasing them and registering complaint, but not seeing swift action. Please help — Karnataka Home Buyers Forum (@KA_HomeBuyers) August 7, 2025 Cant file the objection also. E khata was expected to be smooth but update seems to be not possible online. Please provide an interface to do the ekhata correction online please — Ashwath Kamath (@ashwathakm2) July 24, 2025 Sir,my flat was approved B Khata before launch of E Khata. As such I applied afreash B khata/E khata on line. My application no is 5204 and provisional E-khata was issued .I am struggling for more than a year but E khata not issued. Several emails & 3personal visits of no avail — K K Kalra (@BankerKalra) August 5, 2025 The incident has sparked criticism over the system's reliability, with many questioning the rushed implementation of the mandatory e-Khata policy. Resident associations have called for a grace period and better support mechanisms to assist property owners in navigating the digital transition. BBMP officials attributed the issue to a recent software check in their Kauvery system, which identified discrepancies in property size data between e-Khata and the EPID database. The problem stems from a flaw in the e-Khata software that misinterpreted the built-up area, incorrectly including parking slots in the "carpet area" and resulting in inflated tax liabilities for many homeowners. BBMP's special commissioner (revenue), Munish Moudgil, told The Times Of India that notices were meant for properties with over 5% variation in data. However, due to a technical glitch, mass emails were sent to others who weren't at fault. Mr Moudgil assured that affected residents can appeal and have the issue resolved promptly.
Hindustan Times
24-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka weighs 1% increase in stamp duty amid revenue shortfall from property registrations
Faced with a decline in property registration revenue in the first quarter of the current financial year, the Karnataka government is considering a proposal to hike stamp duty by 1%, officials said. If approved, the total cost of property registration for buyers could increase from the current 6.6% to 7.6%. Faced with a decline in property registration revenue in the first quarter of the current financial year, the Karnataka government is considering a proposal to hike stamp duty by 1%. (Representational Image)(Souptik Datta ) The stamp duty was last revised in 2013. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Chief Minister has directed the finance, stamps, and registration departments to devise concrete measures to address the revenue shortfall. Also Read: Bengaluru's property registrations dip 21% amid E-khata implementation woes At present, property purchasers in Karnataka are required to pay a 5% stamp duty calculated on the guidance value, which is the minimum property price set by the government. In addition, they incur a 1% registration charge, a 0.5% cess, and a 0.1% surcharge. The shortfall in collections has raised concerns about a potential slowdown in the real estate sector, which could be contributing to the decline. The state had initially set a revenue target of ₹ 26,000 crore for the stamps and registration department for FY2024–25, but later revised it to ₹ 24,000 crore. Even with the reduced target, the department closed the fiscal year with only ₹ 22,500 crore, a report published in the Times of India said. For the ongoing financial year, the target has been raised to ₹ 28,000 crore. To stay on course, the department needed to generate around ₹ 7,000 crore in the first quarter, which ends June 30. However, it has so far collected just ₹ 4,556 crore, reflecting a steep 35% shortfall, it said.
Hindustan Times
03-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru property owners can now get an e-khata online within two days
Bengaluru homeowners can now obtain their e-khata, Karnataka's digital property ownership document, without visiting municipal offices in person. According to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the final e-khata can now be processed and delivered within 48 hours of application, marking a major step toward streamlining property-related services in the city. E-khata is an electronic version of the traditional khata certificate, introduced by the BBMP in Bengaluru and other local bodies in October 2024. This digital record is available online, where property owners can apply for, download, and verify their khata without visiting the municipal office. Also Read: Bengaluru's property registrations dip 21% amid E-khata implementation woes Property owners without a khata can now generate one by accessing the official E-Aasthi portal To obtain a khata, property owners simply need to upload essential documents, including their Aadhaar number, sale or registered deed number, a recent property photograph, and an Encumbrance Certificate covering the period from the property's registration date up to October 31, 2024. After entering property details, homeowners must upload ownership and tax records, verify the location using an interactive map, and complete Aadhaar eKYC to confirm their identity and address. Once the application is submitted, BBMP authorities will examine the details and may conduct a site visit if required. If all criteria are met, the final e-khata is typically generated within two days. Also Read: Bengaluru's municipal corporation achieves 88% of property tax revenue target, issues 2.25 lakh e-Khatas Since launching the digital khata system in October 2024, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has processed and issued approximately 2.75 lakh e-khatas, according to official data.
