Patta
The patta is the revenue record showing who owns a piece of land. It names the owner, the survey number and area. Always ask for a recent copy and check that the name matches the seller's identity proof.
Chitta and adangal
Chitta is the land classification, such as nanjai, punje or punjai. It also carries crop and irrigation details. Buying nilam as if it is manai is the most expensive mistake in the belt, so read the classification carefully.
F M B sketch
The field measurement book sketch is the map. It shows the plot's shape, dimensions and survey boundaries. Match it against what you see on the ground. Boundary mismatches are common and avoidable.
Encumbrance certificate
The E C lists transactions registered against a property for a chosen period. A clean E C is good news. A missing or period short E C is reason enough to pause the deal and investigate.
Parent deed and title chain
The parent deed is how the seller came to own it. Ask for a continuous chain of deeds back at least a few transactions. Gaps or gift deeds in the chain deserve questions.
DTCP or TNRERA approval
For plots in a promoted layout check the approval reference and the approved boundaries. For a standing house check the building plan and approvals. Unapproved construction is not always a deal breaker but the price should reflect it.
Questions people ask with this guide
Is this document check a legal opinion?+
No. We provide practical document coordination and guidance. For a formal title opinion, engage an advocate.
Which documents should a seller provide?+
Usually the parent deed, patta, chitta and adangal, F M B sketch, encumbrance certificate, tax receipts and any approval documents. The exact list depends on the property.
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