West Bengal Property Documents

Key Property Documents in West Bengal:

1. Certified Porcha (Record of Rights): This essential document outlines land ownership details, classification, and any associated rights or liabilities. It's crucial for verifying legal status and ownership.
2. Sale Deed: The legal agreement recording the sale of property and transferring ownership from seller to buyer. It must be registered with the Sub-Registrar's Office to ensure legal validity.
3. Mutation Certificate: A document that updates the ownership records in the government database after the property is sold or transferred, ensuring legal recognition of the new owner.
4. Encumbrance Certificate (EC): This certificate indicates whether a property is free from legal or financial liabilities, such as mortgages or disputes, and is essential for property verification.
5. Property Tax Report: An important document that shows the property tax assessment and payment history. In West Bengal, this report is issued by local municipal authorities and is essential for property transactions and verifying tax compliance.