you don't need to surrender your paper khata to get an e-khata for a leasehold BDA site in Bangalore, unless the property's ownership changes.

You only need to apply for an e-khata if your property's ownership changes through sale, gift, or transfer.

According to BDA officials, properties with existing khata records need not apply for an e-khata unless there is a change in ownership.

E-khata is a digital version of the A-khata certificate. It was introduced to streamline the process of issuing A-khata certificates and reduce paperwork. E-khata is generated online, and property owners can access it from anywhere, at any time.

2) To apply for e-khata, you can visit the website of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the municipal corporation of Bangalore:

submitting an application on https://eaasthi.karnataka.gov.in along with supporting documents like the original Khata certificate, property tax receipt

To get e-khatha it can be applied online by the owner herself or she can take the assistance of Bangalore One centre to apply for e-khatha. The following documents are required (1) Aadhar Card (2) Khatha (3) Latest Tax Paid Receipt (4) GPS of the property (5) Location of the property (6) Registered Deed of the property.

First you can get the leasehold converted to freehold by complying with the legal process after which you may surrender the B khata or the society called paper khata to ekhata following the procedure meant for that.

It appears that you are confusing two terms by putting them together.

For converting leasehold property to freehold you don't have to change your existing khata.

You can apply for ekhata subsequently without surrendering the paper khata.

You apply for ekhata without surrendering the paper khata and once you get ekhata you can then surrender the paper khata.

Yes, in the process of converting a BDA leasehold property to freehold (absolute sale deed), the e-Khatha will replace the existing paper Khatha. Typically, the process involves surrendering the paper Khatha at the BDA office or the designated sub-registrar office. Here’s an outline of the steps:

1. Absolute Sale Deed Execution: Before obtaining an e-Khatha, the leasehold property must be converted to freehold. Your mother needs to execute the absolute sale deed with BDA.

2. Paper Khatha Submission: To issue an e-Khatha, the BDA typically requires the surrender of the original paper Khatha, as the e-Khatha serves as a digital replacement. This is to ensure that there is no duplication or misuse of the old Khatha.

3. Processing Time: After submission of the paper Khatha and other required documents (such as the absolute sale deed), the BDA will verify and issue the e-Khatha. The stated processing time is usually 10-15 days.

4. Documents Needed for E-Khatha:

   • Absolute sale deed (once executed).
   • Identity and address proof of the owner.
   • Tax paid receipts.
   • Encumbrance certificate (EC).
   • Paper Khatha (to be surrendered).

Your Concern:

It is natural to feel uncomfortable surrendering the paper Khatha without having an e-Khatha in hand. To mitigate this:

• Ensure you get an acknowledgment or receipt from the BDA when submitting the paper Khatha.
• Confirm with the local BDA office if any temporary proof or acknowledgment is issued during this transition.

Important Note:

Since your plot is still under BDA jurisdiction (not BBMP), the process is specific to BDA rules and not BBMP e-Khatha guidelines. The e-Khatha issued by BDA will effectively replace the paper Khatha, serving as the new official property record.

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It will not replace but will be an updated version. No need to surrender as e khata is an electronic document 

Visit the BDA office and make enquires whether Physical Kartar has to be surrendered for issue of E Khana 

Act as mentioned herein above .

Yes, in the process of converting a BDA plot from leasehold to freehold through the issuance of an absolute sale deed, obtaining an e-Khatha typically involves surrendering the original paper Khatha. The e-Khatha is a digital version that replaces the paper Khatha as the official record. In the case of Arkavathy Layout, which is under BDA jurisdiction and not BBMP, the process usually requires submitting the paper Khatha to the relevant BDA office (such as the RT Nagar sub-registrar office), as it is a prerequisite for issuing the e-Khatha.

Your concerns about surrendering the paper Khatha are understandable, but this is standard procedure. To ensure a smooth transition, it is advisable to:

1. Verify the requirement with the BDA office directly or through a trusted agent.
2. Obtain a proper acknowledgment receipt when surrendering the paper Khatha.
3. Retain copies of the paper Khatha and related documents for your records.
4. Follow up closely to ensure timely issuance of the e-Khatha, as the process typically takes 10-15 days.

The e-Khatha will serve as the updated and valid document for property ownership records, facilitating the completion of the absolute sale deed and future transactions. If you remain concerned, consult a legal expert specializing in property matters for additional assurance and guidance.

Thanks and Regards,
Advocate Aman Verma
Legal Corridor