After Buying a Property in Bengaluru: 10 Things to Do Next

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Registration is not the end. Transfer the khata to your name, update tax, electricity and water records, collect your Form 16B and store the originals safely. Doing this soon avoids disputes and makes resale or loans smooth.

Many owners stop after the sale deed is registered. Completing the follow-up work protects you.

Your 10-point checklist

  1. Collect the registered sale deed and keep the original in a safe place, with scanned copies stored separately.
  2. Apply for the khata transfer (e-Khata) in your name with the local corporation under the Greater Bengaluru Authority. Carry the registered deed, ID, latest tax receipt and the existing khata.
  3. Update property tax records so future bills come in your name.
  4. Change electricity (BESCOM) and water (BWSSB) connections to your name.
  5. Pay society or apartment association charges and ask to be added as a member. Collect share certificate or membership letter.
  6. Collect Form 16B from the TRACES portal and give a copy to the seller. It proves that you deposited the 1% TDS.
  7. Get an updated Encumbrance Certificate showing your name as the new owner.
  8. Complete your loan paperwork. If you borrowed from a bank, keep the sanction letter, mortgage deed and receipts, and collect the originals when the loan ends.
  9. Insure the property and keep the policy in a safe place.
  10. Make a Will or nominate a successor so your family does not face delays later.

For agricultural land and sites

  • Apply for mutation of the revenue records (RTC) in your name
  • Fence and display your boundary marks, so encroachment is spotted early
  • Visit the site regularly or authorise a trusted person to do so

Documents to keep for the future

  • Registered sale deed, and all earlier deeds (the “mother deed” chain)
  • Khata certificate and extract, tax receipts
  • Agreement to sell, payment receipts and bank statements
  • Form 16B, builder agreement and possession letter (for flats)
Tip: Capital gains tax is the seller’s responsibility, but when you sell later you will need these papers to prove your purchase cost.

Frequently asked questions

How soon should I apply for khata transfer?

As soon as you receive the registered deed. Delay can create trouble with tax bills, loans and approvals.

Do I need a lawyer for khata transfer?

Not always, but if the previous khata has errors or the property is a B-khata, legal help avoids rejection and delay.

What happens if the seller does not receive Form 16B?

The buyer can download it from TRACES after the TDS return is processed. Ask us if the TDS entry shows a mismatch.

Have a question about your own situation?

Tell us briefly what has happened and we will guide you on the next step. Hemanth & Associates, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru.

Book a consultation on WhatsApp Call +91 98440 85056

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Last reviewed: October 2026. This article is for general information only. It is not legal advice and does not create an advocate-client relationship. Laws, fees and procedures change, and every case depends on its own facts, so please consult a qualified advocate before acting. In line with Bar Council of India rules, this page is not an advertisement or solicitation.

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