Property Mutation Services
in Land Records

Overview

Property Mutation means updating the owner’s name in government land and municipal records after purchase, inheritance, or transfer of property.

Mutation does not transfer ownership, but it is necessary for:

1. Property tax payment
2. Utility connections
3. Future sale
4. Loan or mortgage
5. Legal clarity

Without mutation, property records continue in the previous owner’s name, which may cause legal issues.

In West Bengal, mutation is processed through local municipal bodies or Block Land & Land Reforms Office (BLRO).

Documents Required

1. Registered Sale Deed
2. Previous owner documents
3. Khatiyan / Dag details
4. Property tax receipt
5. Identity proof of new owner
6. Application form
7. Affidavit (if required)
8. Death certificate (for inheritance cases)

Mutation Process

1. Collect registered deed
2. Submit mutation application to municipality / BLRO
3. Verification of documents
4. Field inspection (if required)
5. Payment of mutation fee
6. Name updated in government records
7. New mutation certificate issued

Benefits of Mutation

1. Enables property tax payments
2. Required for resale
3. Required for bank loans
4. Prevents ownership disputes
5. Legal record correction