Step-by-Step Guide to Land Transfer in Punjab

Step-by-Step Guide to Land Transfer in Punjab, Pakistan

Transferring ownership of land in Punjab involves two legal methods:

• Mutation (Intiqal) – used for sale-purchase, inheritance, gift, or court decree for rural or zarai land
• Registry (Deed Transfer) – used for sale and purchase of property which is under TMA boundary

Each method requires visiting local land revenue office (Arazi Record center) or Sub-Registrar offices with proper documentation.

✳️ Step 1: Collect Required Documents

Depending on the type of transfer, you must gather the following documents:

• Original CNICs (seller and buyer)
• Sale deed, gift deed, or inheritance certificate
• Fard-e-Malkiat (ownership record)
• Stamp papers and affidavit (if applicable)

✳️ Step 2: Visit the Relevant Office

There are two types of offices:

• For Registry (Deed): Visit the Sub-Registrar Office
• For Mutation (Intiqal): Visit the Arazi Record center or Patwari / Tehsildar Office

✳️ Step 3: Submit Documents & Apply

After visiting the office:

• Submit the documents to the clerk/official
• Get your application of mutation entered into the computrized system
• Receive a Fee Challan and Token for processing

For mutation, the service center official (SCO) or Patwari will verify the ownership and conduct a site inspection if required.

✳️ Step 4: Appear Before Officer for Registry

In case of a registered deed, both parties must:

• Appear in person before the Sub-Registrar along with two witnesses
• Read and sign the deed
• Deposit the required stamp duty and other fees
• Complete thumb impressions and photographs

✳️ Step 4-1: Appear Before ADLR or Revenue Officer for Mutation

In case of a Mutation of rural Land, both parties must:

• Appear in person before the Revenue Officer / ADLR along with two witnesses
• Entered the application of mutation in the computer system through SCO or Patwari
• Deposit the required Fees and other charges
• Complete thumb impressions and photographs

✳️ Step 5: Finalize Mutation or Registry

Once the process is complete:

• A Mutation number or Registry number is assigned
• Your name is entered in the official land record
• You may receive a computerized ownership certificate or Fard-e-Malkiat

📝 Extra Tip: Online Services

In Punjab, many land services are now available online via PLRA (Punjab Land Records Authority). You can:

• Verify Fard and Registry status online
• Book appointments for land mutation
• Track status of application
• Click Here PLRA provides online verification of ownership.

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