The long-standing A-Khata vs B-Khata dilemma in Bengaluru is finally seeing clarity in 2025. The Karnataka government has approved a much-awaited decision: B-Khata properties issued up to September 30, 2024, will now be treated as A-Khata.
For thousands of property owners, this means legal recognition, access to civic amenities, and a smoother property transaction process. At the same time, the BBMP is pushing for e-Khata adoption, making it mandatory for all Bengaluru properties.
Here’s a complete breakdown of what’s happening and what it means for property buyers and investors.
What is A-Khata and B-Khata?
- A Khata: Properties that are fully legal, built on approved land with all clearances. Owners can get loans, trade licenses, and building approvals.
- B Khata: Properties that were built on revenue land, unauthorised layouts, or had missing approvals. Owners faced restrictions on loans, resale, and civic amenities.
Government’s Big Decision in 2025
- ✅ All B-Khata properties registered before September 30, 2024, are now treated as A-Khata.
- ✅ Nearly 6 lakh properties in Bengaluru benefit from this regularisation under the Greater Bengaluru Governance (GBG) Act.
- ❌ Vacant B-Khata plots without construction or missing approvals are not included.
- ✅ From now on, only A Khata or e-Khata will be recognised for transactions.
The e-Khata Rollout
- Mandatory since September 2024 for all properties.
- e-Khata is a digital property ownership document, reducing fraud and easing online verification.
- As of mid-2025, only 6.5 lakh out of 24 lakh properties have e Khata.
- BBMP will launch a “Mega Khata Drive” from Oct 22 – Nov 1, 2025, with door-to-door assistance and an online platform to help owners convert to e-Khata.
What This Means for Property Buyers
- 🏦 Loans & Financing: Buyers can now confidently apply for home loans on regularised B-Khata properties.
- 🏘 Resale Value: Properties upgraded to A-Khata will see an increase in demand and resale price.
- ⚠️ Check Eligibility: Not all B-Khata plots are included—vacant lands without approvals remain risky.
- 📑 Due Diligence: Always check e-Khata status before buying to avoid legal complications.
FAQs
Yes, if it was registered before September 30, 2024, and has construction. Vacant plots are excluded.
Yes. Once regularised, you can sell or mortgage it like an A-Khata property.
BBMP has already made it mandatory; the Mega Khata Drive in October 2025 will help speed up conversions.
Yes. Once converted, you must pay property tax under the A-Khata slab, which may be slightly higher.
The A-Khata vs B-Khata issue in Bengaluru is finally settling in 2025. With government approval for regularisation and the mandatory e-Khata rollout, property transactions are expected to become more transparent and buyer-friendly.
For homebuyers and investors, this is the right time to revisit properties that were earlier under B-Khata, as they now carry stronger legal backing and financial value.
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