Bhulekh TamilNadu Faqs

Question: What is Bhulekh Tamil Nadu?
 Answer: Bhulekh Tamil Nadu is the state’s digital land records system that allows citizens to access property details like Patta, Chitta, FMB, and A-Register online.

Question: What is Patta?
 Answer: Patta is a legal document issued by the Tamil Nadu government that proves ownership of a piece of land.

Question: What is Chitta?
 Answer: Chitta is a land revenue record that contains details about the land type (wet/dry) and ownership.

Question: What is the difference between Patta and Chitta?
 Answer: Patta shows ownership, while Chitta provides land classification and usage details. They are now combined into a single document.

Question: What is FMB?
 Answer: Field Measurement Book (FMB) is a sketch that shows the exact dimensions and boundaries of a land parcel.

Question: What is A-Register Extract?
 Answer: It is a village-wise land record that includes survey numbers, land classification, and ownership history.

Question: How can I view my Patta/Chitta online?
 Answer: Visit eservices.tn.gov.in, select your district, taluk, village, and enter survey or Patta number.

Question: Is registration required to access Patta Chitta online?
 Answer: No, you can access it without registration.

Question: Can I download Patta Chitta documents?
 Answer: Yes, you can view and download them in PDF format.

Question: Is the online Patta Chitta legally valid?
 Answer: Yes, it is valid for most legal and official purposes.

Question: How to apply for Patta transfer?
 Answer: You can apply online or at any Common Service Centre (CSC) with a fee of ₹60.

Question: What documents are required for Patta transfer?
 Answer: Sale deed, tax receipt, encumbrance certificate, and identity proof.

Question: How to check the status of my Patta application?
 Answer: Use the “Application Status” option on the e-Services portal.

Question: What is TSLR Extract?
 Answer: Town Survey Land Register (TSLR) is the urban equivalent of Patta Chitta.

Question: What is TSLR Sketch?
 Answer: It is a map showing urban land parcel layouts.

Question: What is F-Line Sketch?
 Answer: It is a detailed sketch showing field boundaries and measurements.

Question: Can I verify if land is government or private?
 Answer: Yes, use the “Verify Government/Private Land” option on the portal.

Question: What is Poramboke land?
 Answer: It refers to government-owned land not assigned to any individual.

Question: Can I apply for Patta online?
 Answer: Yes, through the Tamil Nadu e-Services portal.

Question: What is the fee for Patta transfer?
 Answer: ₹60 per application at CSCs.

Question: What is the use of Patta Chitta in property transactions?
 Answer: It serves as proof of ownership and is essential for buying, selling, or mortgaging land.

Question: Can I access land records for rural and urban areas?
 Answer: Yes, the portal supports both rural (Patta/Chitta) and urban (TSLR) records.

Question: What is the role of the Village Administrative Officer (VAO)?
 Answer: The VAO maintains land records and verifies applications.

Question: What is the role of the Taluk Office?
 Answer: It processes Patta transfer and mutation applications.

Question: How to correct errors in Patta Chitta?
 Answer: Submit a correction request at the Taluk office with supporting documents.

Question: What is the use of FMB Sketch?
 Answer: It helps in identifying land boundaries and is useful for construction approvals.

Question: Can I view land records by name?
 Answer: No, you need survey or Patta number.

Question: What is the use of A-Register in land verification?
 Answer: It provides historical ownership and classification details.

Question: What is the use of land records in bank loans?
 Answer: Banks require Patta Chitta as proof of ownership for loan processing.

Question: What is the use of land records in legal disputes?
 Answer: They serve as evidence of ownership and land classification.

Question: Can I access land records on mobile?
 Answer: Yes, the portal is mobile-friendly.

Question: Is there a mobile app for Tamil Nadu land records?
 Answer: No official app, but the website works on mobile browsers.

Question: What is the use of land records in building approvals?
 Answer: They help verify land type and ownership before granting approvals.

Question: What is the use of land records in inheritance?
 Answer: They help establish rightful ownership among legal heirs.

Question: How to apply for mutation after inheritance?
 Answer: Submit death certificate, legal heir certificate, and application at the Taluk office.

Question: What is the use of land records in agriculture?
 Answer: They help in availing subsidies, crop insurance, and land classification.

Question: What is the use of land records in urban planning?
 Answer: They help in zoning, infrastructure development, and land use planning.

Question: What is the use of land records in disaster management?
 Answer: They help in damage assessment and relief planning.

Question: What is the use of land records in taxation?
 Answer: They help in calculating and collecting land revenue.

Question: What is the use of land records in real estate?
 Answer: They ensure transparency and reduce fraud in property transactions.

Question: What is the use of land records in government schemes?
 Answer: They serve as proof of eligibility for schemes like PM-KISAN.

Question: What is the use of land records in education and health planning?
 Answer: They help in land allocation for schools and hospitals.

Question: What is the use of land records in tourism and industry?
 Answer: They assist in identifying and allocating land for development.

Question: Can I check land records for others?
 Answer: Yes, land records are public and searchable by survey or Patta number.

Question: What is the role of the Revenue Department?
 Answer: It manages land records, revenue collection, and property registration.

Question: What is the role of the Sub-Registrar?
 Answer: Handles property registration and sale deed documentation.

Question: Can I check registered sale deeds online?
 Answer: Yes, through the TNREGINET portal.

Question: What is TNREGINET?
 Answer: It is the Tamil Nadu Registration Department’s portal for property registration and encumbrance certificates.

Question: What is the Encumbrance Certificate?
 Answer: It shows whether the land is free from legal or financial liabilities.

Question: How to get an Encumbrance Certificate?
 Answer: Apply online through TNREGINET or visit the Sub-Registrar office.

Question: What is the process for land partition?
 Answer: Apply at the Taluk office with consent from all co-owners.

Question: What is the process for land demarcation?
 Answer: Submit a request at the Taluk office for a field survey.

Question: What is the use of land records in court cases?
 Answer: They serve as legal proof of ownership and land history.

Question: What is the use of land records in environmental protection?
 Answer: They help in identifying forest, agricultural, and protected lands.

Question: What is the use of land records in mining and water resource management?
 Answer: They help in identifying mineral zones and planning irrigation.

Question: What is the use of land records in housing schemes?
 Answer: They help in identifying beneficiaries and allocating plots.

Question: Can I get a certified copy of Patta Chitta online?
 Answer: No, for certified copies, visit the Taluk office.

Question: What is the helpline for Tamil Nadu land records?
 Answer: You can contact the Revenue Department or visit the nearest CSC.

Question: Can I apply for services through CSCs?
 Answer: Yes, Common Service Centres assist with Patta transfer and other services.

Question: What is the fee for services at CSCs?
 Answer: ₹60 per application.

Question: Can I track my application status online?
 Answer: Yes, use the “Application Status” option on the portal.

Question: What is the official website for Tamil Nadu land records?
 Answer: https://eservices.tn.gov.in