Karnataka has made many land-record services available online through its Bhoomi land-records system. If you own agricultural land in Karnataka or want to verify land details before a transaction, you can check important information such as the owner’s name, survey number, land extent, crop details and other revenue-related information online.
The RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops) is commonly known as Pahani in Karnataka. It is an important revenue record associated with agricultural land. The online Bhoomi system allows citizens to view RTC/Pahani and other land-record information without having to visit a revenue office for every routine search.
This guide explains the Karnataka RTC/Pahani system, required details, how to check records online, how to save or download them, mutation records, common problems and important precautions.
What is Karnataka RTC or Pahani ?
RTC stands for Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops. In Karnataka, it is commonly referred to as Pahani.
An RTC can contain important information about an agricultural land parcel, including:
- Name of the landholder recorded in the revenue record
- Survey number
- Hissa or subdivision number
- Land extent
- Nature/classification of the land
- Details relating to cultivation or crops
- Tenancy-related information, where applicable
- Land revenue-related details
- Certain liabilities or restrictions recorded in the RTC
The exact information displayed can depend on the record and the applicable revenue system.
What is the Bhoomi Land Records Portal ?
Bhoomi is Karnataka’s digital land-records initiative operated through the state’s Revenue Department system. It provides online access to various land-record services.
For routine RTC/Pahani searches, users can access the official land-records portal and use the RTC/MR viewing facility. Current online guidance for the Bhoomi portal identifies landrecords.karnataka.gov.in as the official portal and describes the RTC/MR search process.
Before entering personal or property information, always check that you are using the official government website rather than an unrelated third-party website.
What Information Do You Need ?
Before checking your Karnataka RTC/Pahani, keep the basic land information available.
You may need:
- District name
- Taluk name
- Hobli name
- Village name
- Survey number
- Surnoc number, where applicable
- Hissa number, where applicable
- Relevant year or period, if requested
The survey number is particularly important because it identifies the land parcel in the revenue records.
If you do not know the survey or hissa number, check your previous RTC, sale deed, mutation documents or other land-related records.
How to Check Karnataka RTC/Pahani Online
The online process is generally straightforward.
Step 1: Visit the Bhoomi Portal
Open the official Karnataka land-records website:
Karnataka Bhoomi Land Records Portal
Use the official portal for accessing RTC/Pahani information.
Step 2: Select “View RTC and MR”
On the Bhoomi portal, look for the option related to View RTC and MR.
RTC refers to the Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops, while MR generally refers to the Mutation Register.
The RTC/MR viewing service is designed to retrieve land-record information based on the property’s location and identification details.
Step 3: Select Your District
Choose the district in which the land is located.
Make sure you select the correct district because land records are organized according to their administrative location.
Step 4: Select Taluk
After selecting the district, choose the relevant Taluk.
The taluk must correspond to the location of the land parcel.
Step 5: Select Hobli
Next, select the appropriate Hobli from the available options.
Selecting the correct administrative area is important because an incorrect selection may prevent the system from finding the desired record.
Step 6: Select Village
Choose the village where the agricultural land is located.
The district, taluk, hobli and village information should match your property documents.
Step 7: Enter Survey Number
Enter the land’s survey number in the relevant field.
If the portal asks for additional subdivision information, enter the applicable:
- Surnoc number
- Hissa number
A wrong survey, surnoc or hissa selection may result in no record being displayed or may lead to a different parcel being selected.
Step 8: Fetch the RTC Details
After entering the required information, select the option to fetch or display the record.
If the information matches the database, the relevant RTC/Pahani details should appear on the screen.
Review the information carefully before saving it.
How to Download or Save Karnataka RTC/Pahani
After the RTC details appear online, you may be able to print or save the displayed record depending on the current portal interface.
A basic method is:
- Open the RTC/Pahani record.
- Review all displayed details.
- Use the available print/download option if provided.
- Alternatively, use your browser’s print function where appropriate.
- Select Save as PDF if your browser provides that option.
- Save the file securely on your phone or computer.
- Keep a backup copy for future reference.
However, it is important to distinguish between an online information view and a digitally signed/certified extract intended for official use. If you need the record for a bank, court, property transaction or another formal purpose, check the current official requirements for the appropriate certified or digitally signed document rather than assuming a browser-saved copy has the same legal status.
Is Checking RTC/Pahani Online Free ?
The ability to view basic RTC information online is generally available through the Bhoomi portal without needing to visit a revenue office. Current descriptions of the Bhoomi RTC service identify the online viewing process as free.
However, users should not assume that every type of official extract, digitally signed document, certificate or related service will always be free.
Fees, if applicable, can depend on the specific document and service being requested. Always check the official portal for the current fee before making a payment.
What Is Mutation Register (MR) ?
The Mutation Register (MR) records changes made to revenue records following events such as transfer or other changes recognized under the applicable process.
For example, a mutation entry may be associated with:
- Sale or transfer
- Inheritance
- Partition
- Gift
- Other legally recognized changes
The mutation record and RTC serve different purposes. Therefore, checking only the RTC may not provide the complete history of changes affecting a property.
If you are checking land before purchasing it, consider reviewing the relevant mutation information and other documents as well.
What Information Should You Verify in RTC ?
After opening the Pahani, carefully compare the displayed information with your existing documents.
Important details to check include:
- Owner’s recorded name
- Survey number
- Hissa number
- Total land extent
- Village
- Taluk
- Nature/classification of land
- Crop information, where shown
- Revenue-related information
- Any recorded remarks or liabilities
- Mutation-related changes, where relevant
If there is a difference between the RTC and your sale deed or other documents, do not ignore it.
Difference Between RTC, Mutation and Sale Deed
These documents should not be treated as interchangeable.
RTC/Pahani
- Revenue record relating to rights, tenancy and crops.
- Contains important information about the agricultural land parcel.
- Useful for checking current recorded details.
Mutation Record
- Records changes made in the revenue records.
- Can help track changes following transactions or succession.
Sale Deed
- Registered legal document relating to a property transaction.
- Contains transaction and ownership-transfer information.
For a property purchase or legal matter, it is sensible to examine the relevant documents together rather than relying on one record alone.
Important Tips for Karnataka Land Record Users
Keep these points in mind when checking RTC/Pahani online:
- Always use the official Bhoomi portal.
- Keep your survey and hissa information ready.
- Compare online details with your original documents.
- Do not share OTPs or sensitive information with unknown people.
- Do not pay unofficial agents for routine online searches.
- Save important records securely.
- For property purchases, check more than just the RTC.
- Verify mutation information when ownership has recently changed.
- For legal, bank or registration purposes, confirm which version of the record is officially accepted.
- If you find an error, approach the appropriate Revenue Department authority for correction.
Final Words
Checking Karnataka Pahani/RTC land records online can save time and make routine property-record verification easier. Through the Bhoomi land-records system, users can search for an agricultural land parcel by selecting the district, taluk, hobli and village and entering details such as the survey number and applicable subdivision information.
The online RTC can help you review important information such as the recorded landholder, survey details, extent and crop-related information. However, an online view should not automatically be treated as a substitute for every type of certified or digitally signed document required for a legal, banking or property transaction.
For the safest approach, use the official Bhoomi portal, verify every detail against your original documents and contact the appropriate Karnataka Revenue Department authority whenever a discrepancy or mutation issue arises.