Step-by-Step Process to Buy Land in Maharashtra – Everything You Need to Know

 A Comprehensive Guide to Buying Land in Maharashtra: A Step-by-Step Guide Buying land is a dream for many—whether for building a farmhouse, investment, or future development.  However, land purchases in Maharashtra necessitate legal documentation, approval from the government, and legal verification. If done right, it's a secure and rewarding investment.
 Here’s your complete 2025 guide on how to buy land legally in Maharashtra.
 

📍 Step 1: Decide the Type & Location of Land
 First, decide:
 Type of land: Agricultural or Non-agricultural (NA)
 Investment, construction, farming, a farmhouse, and other uses Location: Check development zones, proximity to highways, towns, or future projects.
 

✅ Tip: Prefer zone-approved land in RERA-registered layouts or near upcoming infrastructure.
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 2: Check the title and ownership of the land Before payment or token:
 Inquire about Extract 7/12 (Satbara Utara). Check Title Certificate from a property lawyer
 Ensure the seller’s name matches land records
 Verify that there is not a mortgage, loan, or legal dispute. ✅ Ask for 30-year title search and ensure no “encumbrance” (loan or claim).
 

Step 3: Verify the Required Documents Key documents to review:
 7/12 Utara (ownership proof)
 Ferfar extract (mutation record)
 a certificate of title Draft deed of sale Card of property Aadhar or PAN data from both parties Tax receipt (Khajna or Kar)
 NA order (for construction land)
 NOC from local authorities (if needed)
 

🏢 Step 4: Land Measurement and Demarcation
 Before registration:
 Take a tour of the location with a licensed surveyor. Confirm boundaries as per land records
 Get a measurement map (layout plan) if buying a plot in a layout

 ✅ This avoids future disputes and confirms you're getting what you’re paying for.

 Step 5: Write the Sale Agreement (with the Terms of the Buyer and Seller) A registered sale agreement (with advance payment) is optional but recommended.
 It locks the deal and terms like amount, area, timelines, etc.

 🏛️ Step 6: Registration at Sub-Registrar Office
 Pay Stamp Duty + Registration Charges
 Typically 6-7% of land value in Maharashtra
 Register the Sale Deed at the local Sub-Registrar Office
 Both buyer and seller must be present with ID proof
 

✅ Once registered, you legally become the new landowner.
 

📂 Step 7: Post-Registration Tasks
 Apply for mutation (Ferfar) in Talathi office to update 7/12 record
 Get your name updated as owner
 Keep certified copies of all documents safely
 

If agricultural, maintain land tax payment
 

Legal Advice to Prevent Fraud Always keep receipts and make bank transfers to avoid paying in cash. Always conduct legal verification. Beware of middlemen without proper documentation

 Always consult a property lawyer before registration
 Check zone and usage permissions in Gram Panchayat or CIDCO/TP office
 

🏁 Final Words
 In Maharashtra, purchasing land is a high-value decision that, with the right advice, can result in significant expansion, tranquility, and wealth creation. Always adhere to due process when purchasing, whether for a farmhouse, future construction, or investment.