Step 1: Physical Land Inspection
- Visit the land personally
- Measure boundaries if possible
- Talk to neighbors about ownership history
Step 2: Cross-Check All Documents
Ensure consistency between:
- Title Deed
- Khatian
- Mutation Certificate
- Land Tax Receipt
Step 3: Sub-Registrar Office Check
- Confirm the deed is officially registered
- Review previous ownership transfer history
Step 4: Land Office Verification
- Verify mutation and survey records
- Confirm land category (residential, agricultural, etc.)
Step 5: Legal Opinion (Highly Recommended)
A property lawyer can:
- Identify forged or risky documents
- Detect inheritance or court-stay issues
- Confirm a clean ownership chain
Common Land Scams to Avoid
- Selling inherited land without proper legal partition
- Duplicate or fake title deeds
- Selling government (khas) land
- Selling land under court injunction
