Amrutha Varshini Sreedhar Quoted by The Economic Times on Mutation of Property Without a Khata in Bengaluru

Posted On - 4 June, 2026 • By - Sagar Agrawal

Amrutha Varshini Sreedhar, Partner, was recently featured in The Economic Times, where she provided legal insights on whether property mutation can be carried out in Bengaluru in the absence of a Khata certificate. Her comments provide valuable clarity for property owners, purchasers, developers, and lenders navigating Bengaluru’s evolving real estate regulatory framework.

Commenting on the issue, Amrutha explained that while mutation is not legally prohibited merely because a Khata has not yet been issued, the practical realities are often more complex.

She noted that valid title documents may enable mutation in certain circumstances. These include:

  • A registered sale deed
  • Inheritance documents
  • Court orders

However, local authorities frequently insist on Khata records before updating ownership details in municipal databases, making the process more challenging for property owners.

Practical Challenges for Property Owners

Highlighting the practical implications, Amrutha observed:

“Therefore, while legally mutation is not entirely barred without a Khata, practically it becomes difficult and subject to scrutiny by the concerned authorities.”

Impact on Marketability and Financing

She further explained that the absence of a Khata can affect marketability and financing of a property, as buyers and lending institutions often view such properties with caution.

According to Amrutha:

“Buyers and financial institutions are often reluctant to proceed with transactions involving properties without Khata because it raises concerns regarding municipal compliance, legality of construction, and future regularisation issues.”

Key concerns raised by buyers and lenders include:

  • Municipal compliance — whether the property meets local authority requirements
  • Legality of construction — whether the structure was built with proper approvals
  • Future regularisation issues — uncertainty around whether the property can be brought into compliance later

Status of B Khata Properties in Bengaluru

The article also discusses the status of properties holding only a B Khata. Amrutha noted that such properties continue to be frequently bought and sold in Bengaluru, particularly in peripheral areas and revenue layouts, despite the legal and practical challenges that may arise during transactions.

Read the Full Article

Read the full article in The Economic Times to learn more about the legal and practical considerations surrounding mutation, Khata records, and property transactions in Bengaluru.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/real-estate/bengaluru-property-owners-alert-can-you-get-mutation-done-without-a-khata-heres-what-the-law-says/articleshow/131481209.cms?from=mdr

Last Updated on 4 June, 2026