Tamil Nadu Patta Chitta — Check Land Records Online (2026)

If you own land or property in Tamil Nadu, Patta and Chitta are the two most important revenue documents you need. The Tamil Nadu government provides free online access to these records through the official eServices portal. This guide walks you through everything — from checking your Patta/Chitta online to applying for a Patta transfer.

What Is Patta?

Patta (பட்டா) is a legal document issued by the Tamil Nadu Revenue Department that establishes ownership of a piece of land. It contains:

• Name of the landowner(s)
• Survey number and subdivision number
• Village, taluk, and district
• Extent (area) of the land
• Classification of land (wet, dry, manavari, etc.)

A Patta is essential for property transactions, obtaining bank loans, building approvals, and settling legal disputes.

Types of Patta

What Is Chitta?

Chitta (சிட்டா) is a revenue record maintained by the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) that shows:

• Survey number and subdivision
• Owner's name
• Land classification and soil type
• Extent of land
• Tax details

While Patta is the ownership document held by the landowner, Chitta is the corresponding government record. Both should match — discrepancies indicate a problem.

Patta vs Chitta — Key Differences

Tip: When buying land, always verify that the Patta and Chitta details match. If the owner's name on the Patta doesn't appear in the Chitta, investigate before proceeding.

How to Check Patta / Chitta Online

Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the official portal: Go to https://eservices.tn.gov.in/eservicesnew/land/chitta_patta.html

2. Select your district from the dropdown menu.

3. Select the taluk (sub-district).

4. Select the village from the list.

5. Choose the search method:

   • By Survey Number — Enter the survey number and subdivision number
   • By Patta Number — Enter your Patta number directly
   • By Owner Name — Search using the landowner's name

6. Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen.

7. Click "Submit" to view results.

8. View/Download: The Patta and Chitta extracts will be displayed. You can print or save them as PDF.

What You'll See in the Results

• Patta details: Owner name, survey number, subdivision, land extent, classification
• Chitta details: Revenue classification, land type, tax assessment

Note: The online extract is for informational purposes only. For legal proceedings, you'll need a certified copy from the Taluk office (see below).

How to View FMB (Field Measurement Book) Online

The FMB (Field Measurement Book) is a sketch/map showing the physical boundaries and measurements of a survey number. It's crucial when verifying land boundaries.

Steps to View FMB

1. Go to https://eservices.tn.gov.in/eservicesnew/land/FMB_engNew.html
2. Select District → Taluk → Village
3. Enter the Survey Number and Subdivision Number
4. Enter the captcha and click Submit
5. The FMB sketch will be displayed with boundary measurements

Tip: FMB sketches may not be available online for all survey numbers, especially in rural areas. In such cases, visit the Taluk Surveyor's office.

How to Check Adangal (அடங்கல்) Online

Adangal is a village-level land record maintained by the VAO that shows crop details, irrigation source, land classification, and tax information for every survey number.

Steps

1. Go to https://eservices.tn.gov.in/eservicesnew/land/adangal.html
2. Select District → Taluk → Village
3. Enter the Survey Number
4. Submit to view the Adangal extract

What Adangal Contains

• Survey number and subdivision
• Owner's name
• Land classification (wet / dry / garden / manavari)
• Irrigation source (well, canal, rain-fed)
• Crop details (current season)
• Tax (kist) amount

How to Check A-Register Online

The A-Register (Aanmai Pathivu) is a comprehensive village-level register that records all landed properties, their owners, and transaction history. It's maintained at the Taluk office.

Steps

1. Visit the TN eServices land records portal
2. Select District → Taluk → Village
3. Navigate to the A-Register section
4. Enter the Survey Number or Account Number
5. View the ownership history and transfer records

The A-Register is particularly useful for verifying the chain of ownership — whether the land has been legally transferred across generations or through sales.

TNSMART Portal

TNSMART (Tamil Nadu Survey and Mapping using Advanced Resource Technology) is a modern portal for land survey and mapping services.

Portal: https://tnsmart.tn.gov.in

Services Available on TNSMART

• Digital FMB with geo-referenced maps
• Topo sheets and survey data
• Survey number search with satellite imagery overlay
• Subdivision sketch details
• Modern Land Records (MLR) data

TNSMART provides map-based search where you can zoom into a location and click on survey numbers to view details — much more intuitive than the text-based eServices portal.

How to Apply for Patta Transfer

When land ownership changes (through sale, inheritance, gift, or partition), the Patta must be transferred to the new owner's name. This is called Patta Transfer or Patta Name Change.

Documents Required

• Sale deed / Gift deed / Legal heir certificate / Partition deed
• Existing Patta copy
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
• Aadhaar card and address proof
• Death certificate (for inheritance cases)
• Stamp-size photographs

Online Application (via TNSMART / eServices)

1. Visit the TN eServices portal or TNSMART
2. Register/login with your credentials
3. Navigate to Patta Transfer application
4. Fill in the application form with land details
5. Upload required documents (scanned copies)
6. Pay the processing fee online
7. Note down the application number for tracking

Offline Application (Taluk Office)

1. Visit the Taluk Office (தாலுகா அலுவலகம்) of the jurisdiction
2. Obtain the Patta Transfer application form
3. Fill it and attach all required documents
4. Submit to the Tahsildar
5. The VAO will conduct a field inspection
6. If approved, new Patta will be issued in 15–30 working days

Important: Patta transfer is mandatory after any ownership change. Without it, the old owner's name continues in revenue records, which can cause legal complications.

How to Get a Certified Copy of Patta / Chitta

The online extract is not legally valid for court proceedings or official submissions. For a certified copy:

At Taluk Office

1. Visit the Taluk Office in your jurisdiction
2. Submit an application requesting a certified copy
3. Provide the survey number, village name, and Patta number
4. Pay the prescribed fee (₹10–₹50 depending on the document)
5. Certified copy is usually issued within 3–7 working days

Via eServices Portal

1. Go to https://eservices.tn.gov.in
2. Register and login
3. Apply for certified copy under Land Records section
4. Pay the fee online
5. Download the digitally signed copy or collect it from the Taluk office

Taluk Office Process — What to Expect

For any land record service that requires physical verification:

1. Application submission at the Taluk office counter
2. Token/receipt with application number
3. VAO field inspection (for Patta transfer, subdivision, etc.)
4. Revenue Inspector verification
5. Tahsildar approval/rejection
6. Document issuance — collect from Taluk office or receive by post

Key Officials

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the online Patta/Chitta legally valid?

No. The online extract is for reference only. For legal purposes, obtain a certified copy from the Taluk office.

What if my name is wrong on the Patta?

Apply for a name correction at the Taluk office with supporting documents (Aadhaar, sale deed, etc.). The VAO will verify and the Tahsildar will approve the correction.

Can I check Patta/Chitta for any land in Tamil Nadu?

Yes. The online portal is a public database. You can check records for any survey number in any village across Tamil Nadu.

What does "Poramboke" land mean?

Poramboke (புறம்போக்கு) means government/common land that cannot be privately owned. It includes riverbeds, canal banks, road margins, and other public-use lands. No Patta can be issued for Poramboke land.

How long does Patta transfer take?

Typically 15–30 working days from the date of application, assuming all documents are in order and field inspection is completed.

What is the difference between Patta and Registration?

Registration (at the Sub-Registrar office) records the sale/transfer transaction. Patta (at the Revenue Department) records who currently owns the land. After registration, you must apply for Patta transfer separately.

Useful Links

Also see our property registration guide for details on registering property in India.