How to Apply for Patta Transfer (Including Sub-Division) in Tamil Nadu | Step-by-Step Guide
How to Apply for Patta Transfer (including Sub-Division) — Tamil Nilam / TN e-Sevai
Step-by-step guide to transfer patta when you buy, inherit, gift or subdivide land in Tamil Nadu. Copy, paste and publish this as a Blogger post.
Brief: What is Patta Transfer?
Patta transfer updates land ownership records (patta/chitta) in the Revenue Department after sale, gift, inheritance, partition or subdivision. If a transaction involves a subdivision of survey number (buying part of a plot), special subdivision patta transfer rules apply and processing may take slightly longer.
Who should apply?
- New owners after Sale Deed registration.
- Legal heirs after inheritance / succession.
- Recipients of Gift Deed or Partition.
- Buyers of subdivided land where Patta needs separate pattadhar entry.
Documents usually required
- Registered Sale Deed / Gift Deed / Will / Partition Deed / Legal Heir Certificate (as applicable).
- Encumbrance Certificate (EC) for relevant period (if asked).
- Chitta / Previous Patta copy (if available).
- FMB / Sketch / Site plan (especially for subdivision cases).
- Latest property tax receipts / electricity bill / possession proof.
- Applicant’s Aadhaar copy and passport photo.
(Exact document list may vary by taluk and case type — always check the portal’s listed requirements for the service code you select.)
Step-by-step: Apply ONLINE via Tamil Nilam / TN e-Services
- Step 1 — Visit the portal: Open the official Tamil Nilam / e-Services portal and go to Patta Transfer service. (Use Citizen Login or mobile app if available.)
- Step 2 — Login / Register: Login with your credentials or register as a new citizen (OTP verification). The Tamil Nilam app also supports application tracking and status. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Step 3 — Select District / Taluk / Village: Choose the correct taluk, village, survey number and sub-division details (important for subdivision cases).
- Step 4 — Choose Transfer Type: Select reason (Sale Deed / Gift / Legal Heir / Subdivision / Partition). If the plot is a subdivided portion, choose the Sub-Division option. Subdivision cases may require FMB sketch and additional field verification. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Step 5 — Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of registered deed, site plan/FMB (for subdivision), EC, tax receipts, Aadhaar and other requested documents. File formats & size limits are shown on the portal.
- Step 6 — Submit & Note Application ID: Submit the application and save the Application Reference Number (for tracking).
- Step 7 — Field Verification & Officer Approval: The taluk office / VAO / Revenue Inspector will verify documents and conduct site inspection if necessary. Non-subdivision transfers are typically processed faster; subdivision transfers may take longer. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Step 8 — Patta Issued / Download: After verification the Patta entry will be updated. You can download the updated patta/chitta PDF from the portal or collect a copy from the Taluk office as instructed.
Fees & timelines (typical)
- Fees vary by district and case — small nominal charges may apply for processing or e-Sevai centre assistance.
- Processing time: about 15 days for non-subdivision, and up to 30 days or more for subdivision cases (depends on field verification and local workload). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Offline option — Visit Taluk / e-Sevai centre
If you prefer help or face portal issues, visit your Taluk Office or nearest e-Sevai / CSC centre with originals and copies. The operator can submit the online application on your behalf.
Track application status
Use the portal or mobile app to track status using the Application ID. Status shows which officer and stage the application is pending with. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Double-check Survey No. and Sub-division number before applying — errors delay processing.
- For subdivision transfers, upload clear FMB sketch and site plan showing the exact portion purchased.
- Keep originals ready for verification at Taluk office if asked.
- If status delays beyond normal timelines, visit the Taluk office with Application ID for follow-up.
Open Tamil Nilam Portal (Official land records & patta transfer service)
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