What is an E-Khata?
As digitalization has advanced, the traditional paper-based Khata process has been complemented by an online option known as E-Khata. Here’s an overview of what E-Khata is and how it’s transforming property documentation:
Definition of E-Khata:
E-Khata is an electronic version of the traditional Khata certificate, introduced by the BBMP in Bengaluru and other local bodies. This digital record is available through an online portal, where property owners can apply for, download, and verify their Khata without needing to visit the municipal office.
Advantages of E-Khata:
- Convenience: Property owners can apply, verify, and download their E-Khata online, reducing paperwork and simplifying the process.
- Transparency: E-Khata is designed to increase transparency in property records, minimizing the risk of document tampering or inaccuracies.
- Quick Updates: With an E-Khata, any changes (such as Khata Transfer) are reflected more quickly in the system, which is useful for property owners needing updated documentation for loans or sales.
Differences Between Traditional Khata and E-Khata:
- Process: Traditional Khata requires a physical visit to the municipal office for application and updates, whereas E-Khata can be managed online.
- Verification: E-Khata is easier to verify for legal or financial purposes since it’s linked to an online database, making it accessible for reference by both property owners and officials.
How to Apply for an E-Khata:
- Property owners need to visit the municipality’s official website (like the BBMP’s SAKALA portal) to apply for E-Khata.
- The online application typically requires digital copies of property documents, such as the sale deed, tax receipts, and previous Khata if available.
- Once verified, the E-Khata certificate can be downloaded and printed for official use.
E-Khata for A and B Khata Properties:
- Both A and B Khata property owners can apply for an E-Khata, but having an A Khata generally ensures better eligibility for loans and licenses.
- B Khata property owners can still access E-Khata, but limitations on using B Khata properties for certain official purposes still apply unless converted to A Khata.
Why E-Khata is the Future of Property Documentation:
- Summarize how E-Khata represents a significant step toward digital transformation in property management.
- Reinforce the convenience, security, and accessibility of E-Khata, and encourage property owners to adopt this digital record for smoother property dealings.
To Read More: How to Apply for BBMP eKhata in 2025?
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Pryank Agrawal is the Founder and CEO of Housewise, a leading property management startup serving customers across 34 countries with operations in 13 Indian cities, including Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi NCR, and Mumbai. An engineering graduate from IIT Roorkee, Pryank brings extensive experience from the software industry. His passion for leveraging technology to solve real estate challenges led him to establish Housewise, simplifying property management for homeowners worldwide. After persistent requests from existing customers to address other challenges faced by Non-Resident Indians, he founded MostlyNRI, a dedicated portal assisting NRIs with services such as taxation in India, degree attestation, certificate procurement, RTO and banking-related requests, will and inheritance matters, and much more.
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