BBMP Khata Transfer Charges Bangalore (2026 Fee Guide)
Learn the complete BBMP and e-Khata transfer charges in Bangalore for 2026. Understand transfer fees, stamp duty, betterment charges, and get a worked example of total costs.
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
Khata transfer fee: 2% of the stamp duty on the sale deed. Minimum charge: ₹500.
Additional charges include application fee (₹110), Khata Certificate (₹25), Khata Extract (₹100), and e-Khata processing (₹170).
Betterment charges apply for B-Khata to A-Khata conversion: ₹200 to ₹250 per sq. metre depending on the zone.
On a ₹50 lakh property, total Khata transfer cost is approximately ₹3,000 to ₹3,500. On a ₹1 crore property, it can reach ₹10,000 to ₹10,500.
Property registration in Bengaluru is done. The sale deed is signed, registered, and in your hands. But the paperwork is not finished.
What Is a Khata Transfer and Why Is It Required?
The Khata is the official document through which BBMP records a property's ownership for tax and administrative purposes. Sale, gift, inheritance, partition, any change in ownership requires the Khata to be updated. The process of making that update is called a Khata transfer.
Without completing the Khata transfer, the property records at BBMP continue to show the previous owner.
This creates practical problems at every stage:
Property tax demand notices go to the previous owner
Banks may reject loan applications as the property is not in your name in BBMP records
Future sale or resale of the property becomes complicated
Building plan approvals, utility connections, and other civic services are linked to the Khata
Legal disputes over ownership become harder to resolve
Khata transfer is not optional. It must be completed after every property transaction, whether it is a sale, gift, inheritance, or partition.
Also Read: How to do Khata Transfer in Bangalore (Online/Offline Guide)
What Are the BBMP Khata Transfer Charges? (As of March 2026)
BBMP Khata transfer involves multiple charges. Here is the complete breakdown of every fee you will pay:
Charge | Amount (as of March 2026) | Notes |
Khata Transfer Fee | 2% of stamp duty paid on sale deed | Minimum ₹500 if 2% falls below that |
Application Fee | ₹110 | Paid at time of application submission |
Khata Certificate | ₹25 per copy | Certificate confirming ownership in BBMP records |
Khata Extract | ₹100 per copy | Property details extract from BBMP register |
e-Khata Processing Fee | ₹125 | For digitised e-Khata issuance |
e-Khata Service Charge | ₹45 | Portal service charge for online processing |
Betterment Charges | ₹200 to ₹250 per sq. metre | for B-Khata to A-Khata conversion. Zone-based |
Only Scanning / Documentation | ₹50 to ₹200 approx. | For document scanning at BBMP office (if applicable) |
Charges verified as of March 2026: Minor administrative fees can vary by zone and application method. Before filing, confirm the current fee schedule at your BBMP revenue office or on the Sakala portal.
How Is the BBMP Khata Transfer Fee Calculated?
The primary Khata transfer fee is calculated as 2% of the stamp duty paid on the registered sale deed, not 2% of the property value.
This distinction matters. Stamp duty is calculated on the property value. The Khata transfer fee is calculated on the stamp duty amount, which is a fraction of the property value.
The Formula
Khata Transfer Fee = 2% of Stamp Duty paid on Sale Deed
Stamp Duty Paid = Stamp duty rate (2% / 3% / 5% based on property value slab) applied to the sale consideration or guidance value, whichever is higher
The Khata transfer fee is calculated on the stamp duty amount, not the property value. A ₹1 crore property with ₹5 lakh stamp duty pays ₹10,000 as Khata transfer fee, not ₹2 lakh.
What Are Betterment Charges for Khata Transfer in Bengaluru?
Betterment charges are additional fees levied by BBMP specifically for properties that are being converted from B-Khata to A-Khata status. They do not apply to standard A-Khata to A-Khata transfers after a sale.
A B-Khata is issued for properties that do not fully comply with BBMP building bylaws or are on revenue land pending approval. Betterment charges are the fee BBMP collects when such properties are regularised and upgraded to A-Khata status under the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act.
Betterment Charge Rates (as of March 2026)
Zone / Location | Betterment Charge per Sq. Metre | Notes |
Central Bengaluru zones | ₹200 per sq. metre | Core city areas, higher value zones |
Outer/peripheral zones | ₹250 per sq. metre | Outer ring road and beyond |
General rate range | ₹200 to ₹250 per sq. metre | Final rate depends on specific zone classification |
Who Pays Betterment Charges?
Betterment charges apply only to B-Khata properties being converted to A-Khata. If you are transferring an already compliant A-Khata property, betterment charges do not apply.
As of March 2026, calculations are for reference only. Actual charges vary by property zone, guidance value, and current BBMP rules. Confirm the exact figures at the BBMP office or on the Sakala portal before proceeding.
Here is an example showing the total Khata transfer cost for property type and situation.
Example: Standard A-Khata Transfer After Sale (Rs 50 Lakh Property)
Scenario:
Ramesh buys a flat in Bengaluru for Rs 50 lakh. The property is an existing A-Khata flat. He needs to transfer the Khata to his name after registration.
Property Value: | Rs 50,00,000 |
Stamp Duty (5% of Rs 50 lakh): | Rs 2,50,000 |
CHARGES:
Khata Transfer Fee (2% of Rs 2,50,000) | Rs. 5,000 |
Application Fee | Rs. 110 |
Khata Certificate (1 copy) | Rs. 25 |
Khata Extract (1 copy) | Rs. 100 |
e-Khata Processing Fee | Rs. 125 |
e-Khata Service Charge | Rs. 45 |
TOTAL KHATA TRANSFER COST | Rs. 5,405 |
What Are the e-Khata Transfer Charges in Karnataka?
e-Khata replaced the traditional paper Khata as Bengaluru shifted to digital property records under the Greater Bengaluru Authority. It is issued through the e-Aasthi portal and is now the standard format for all new Khata transfers in the city.
The e-Khata specific charges as of March 2026 are:
e-Khata Charge | Amount (as of March 2026) |
e-Khata Processing Fee | ₹125 |
Portal Service Charge | ₹45 |
Total e-Khata Charges | ₹170 |
These charges are in addition to the standard Khata transfer fee of 2% of stamp duty. They are not a replacement for it.
What Documents Are Required for BBMP Khata Transfer?
Document | Purpose |
Registered Sale Deed (attested copy) | Primary proof of purchase and transfer |
Confirms no pending liabilities on the property | |
Previous Khata Certificate and Extract | Existing ownership record to be transferred |
Latest Property Tax Paid Receipt | Confirms tax is up to date, arrears must be cleared |
Aadhaar Card of New Owner Identity Verification | Passport-size photographs |
Property tax challan | Proof of any tax payment made |
NOC from Bank (if loan on property) | Required if the property has an active home loan |
Khata Transfer Application Form | Available on Sakala portal or BBMP office |
For inheritance or gift: Additional documents required include Legal Heir Certificate or Succession Certificate, Gift Deed (if applicable), and Death Certificate of the previous owner.
What Is the BBMP Khata Transfer Process in 2026?
The Khata transfer process in Bengaluru can be done online through the Sakala portal or offline at the BBMP revenue office.
Online Process
Visit the Sakala portal: sakala.karnataka.gov.in
Register or log in with your mobile number and Aadhaar
Select 'Khata Transfer' from the list of BBMP services
Fill in property details, new owner details, and upload required documents
Submit the application and note the Sakala application number
Pay the Khata transfer fee at a Bangalore One centre using the application number
Track the application status online using the Sakala number
Once approved, download the e-Khata certificate and extract
Timeline: Online Khata transfer typically takes 15 to 30 working days after fee payment. Some applications are processed within 2 to 3 working days. Offline applications at the BBMP office may take 30 to 60 working days.
Also Read: How to Check BBMP Khata Transfer Status in Karnataka (Online Guide)
How Vault Proptech Helps With Khata Transfer in Bengaluru
Khata transfer sounds straightforward. In practice, applications get rejected for incomplete documents, tax arrear discrepancies, wrong property details, or pending e-Khata issues. Vault Proptech handles the entire process for you.
Khata transfer application preparation and submission on Sakala portal
Document verification before submission to avoid rejections
Property tax arrear check and clearance guidance
e-Khata application and status follow-up
B-Khata to A-Khata conversion assistance including betterment charge calculation
Post-transfer Encumbrance Certificate update and revenue record checks
