Punjab Land Records and Property Services for NRIs
Managing property in Punjab from abroad can be complex for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). Our legal team specializes in assisting NRIs with land record verification, property transactions, ownership transfers, mutation updates, and protection against illegal possession. We ensure that all property-related matters are handled professionally, transparently, and in compliance with Indian laws, offering NRIs complete confidence and peace of mind while managing their assets remotely.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How to check land records in Punjab online?
NRIs can verify land records in Punjab through the official Jamabandi portal at jamabandi.punjab.gov.in. Property details can be searched using the owner's name, Khasra number, Khatauni number, or Khewat number.
2. How to sell property in Punjab from abroad?
NRIs can sell property in Punjab by executing a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) in favor of a trusted individual. The SPA must be notarized, attested by the Indian embassy, and registered in India to legally authorize the sale.
3. How to buy land in Punjab as an NRI?
NRIs holding Indian citizenship or Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) status are permitted to purchase residential, commercial, and agricultural land in Punjab, subject to compliance with applicable state laws. Title verification is essential before purchasing.
4. How to transfer property to family in Punjab?
Property can be transferred to family members in Punjab either through a registered Gift Deed or by executing a Release Deed in favor of the relative. Proper documentation and registration are mandatory to validate the transfer legally.
5. How to transfer ownership of property in Punjab?
Ownership transfer is completed by executing a Sale Deed, Gift Deed, or Inheritance Document, followed by mutation of the property in the revenue records to update the official ownership details.
6. How to update mutation of property in Punjab?
Mutation is the process of updating ownership details in land revenue records after a sale, gift, or inheritance. An application for mutation must be submitted to the local revenue office along with supporting documents.
7. How to protect property in Punjab from illegal possession?
NRIs should regularly monitor land records, install boundary markers, update mutation records, and appoint a trusted caretaker or legal representative to protect the property from unauthorized occupation or fraudulent claims.
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