Property Mutation & Online Process to Apply in 2024

There is so much confusion among Indian people regarding property mutation, and some of them do not even know the meaning of mutation in property. That is the reason they end up messing up with their property records and falling into property disputes. These disputes stretch for a long period, burning your time and money along with your mental health.

Today, in this article, we will vanish all your insecurities and help you know everything, such as what a mutation of property is!. And how do you apply for Mutation of property online?

What is a Mutation of Property?

To simplify Mutation in easy words, first know its meaning: Mutation means change; alteration, as you can guess from the meaning itself, means to make changes in your land or any property records. Mutation is done right after the transfer of the property. You have bought a property from someone, now when the registration process of the property has been done. To clarify, there is a big difference between the registration and Mutation of a property; now, when the registration of a property has been done, it is the buyer's duty to update everything about the property as per his current details in his local revenue office. It helps the revenue office to fix property tax liability and charge it accordingly.

Note:- Different names in different states are called Mutation. For instance, the procedure is referred to as Dakhil-Khariz (entry-omission) in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

When Are You Liable to File a Mutation?

A mutation process has to be carried out each time a property is transferred. Property mutation is carried out under the following conditions:

Difference Between Mutation & Registration

Property registration is like officially handing over ownership of a property to the buyer after they pay stamp duty and registration charges. This happens through a sale deed agreement between the buyer and seller. Property mutation, on the other hand, comes after registration, usually about a year later. It's the buyer's responsibility to update their ownership details with the local revenue office. Think of property registration as the initial transfer process, while property mutation is the follow-up step to update official records with the new owner's information. So, while both involve transferring property ownership, registration is the first formal step, and Mutation comes later to update government records.

How to Apply for Mutation of Property?

To apply for Mutation of land or property, you typically need to visit your local municipal office. While some states offer online mutation services, you may still need to visit the office to complete the process physically. In UP and Bihar, landowners can complete the mutation process online, while other states like West Bengal are working towards making it entirely online. 

To initiate the process, the buyer needs to submit all required documents to the municipal office. After submission, the department conducts a physical verification of the property. Once verified, they issue a property mutation certificate. Many states now offer online mutation services, allowing you to complete the process through the official portal. Additionally, you can check previous Mutation records online by providing property and owner details on the official portal.

The documents indicated below must be included with the application in order for there to be a mutation in an inheritance or will.

• Death certificate
• Copy of Succession Certificate
• Affidavit on stamp paper
• Up-to-date property tax payment receipt in case of Power of Attorney
• Copy of Power of Attorney
• Application for Mutation with stamp affixed
• Registration deeds (Both current & previous)
• Sale deeds
• Affidavit on stamp paper of requisite value
• Receipt of current property tax payment
• Ration Card
• Aadhaar Card

Below are the respective documents to be enclosed for Mutation in case of the sale of a property, along with the application form.

• Application for Mutation with stamp affixed
• Registration deeds (Both current & previous)
• Sale deeds
• Affidavit on stamp paper of requisite value
•  Up-to-date property tax payment receipt
• Ration Card
• Aadhaar Card

How Do We Apply for Mutation of Property Offline?

1. Visit the nearest block or sub-registrar office.
2. Get the application form and fill it out carefully.
3. Provide details like old and new owner information and the reason for Mutation.
4. Submit the filled application form along with supporting documents to the operator.
5. Attach all required documents as specified.
6. The sub-registrar officer sends the mutation request online to the concerned authority.
7. The authority processes the request, verifies the details, and issues the mutation document through an authorised government officer.

How Do You Apply for Mutation of Property Online?

To fill out the online mutation form, you need to check the website of your state's concerned authority for Mutation. In the case of UP, here are the steps to fill out the form online.

1. Visit the e-NagarSewa Portal.
2. Click on the "Online Mutation" tab.
3. Register as a new user if needed.
4. Login with your user ID and password.
5. Apply for property mutation by requesting it from the Urban Local Body (ULB).
6. Search for your commercial property details on the portal.
7. Fill out the mutation application form with old and new owner details, and select the cause for Mutation.
8. Upload the required documents and apply.
9. Make payment for the mutation fee online through the portal.
10. Receive a verification message for your application.
11. Check the status of your application on the e-NagarSewa portal.
12. Verify your mutation application details.
13. Once approved, receive a notification on your registered mobile number.
14. Download the mutation order from the portal

In summary, the above article consists of all the aspects regarding mutation and all the processes to file it. The process to file mutation could differ in different states. For more precise information, visit the website of a concerned authority of your respective state.

Disclaimer: This article is written to spread information about mutation and how to fill it out. I strongly recommend you not use it as your primary source of information and always seek advice from professionals in this field.