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How to apply for a Patta name transfer online (without a middleman)
Save money by doing your own Patta name transfer. Here's the portal to use, the documents you need, and how to track your application with the reference number.
A Patta name transfer after a purchase or inheritance can be done yourself, online — no agent fees required.
Use the Tamil Nilam portal
Patta transfers in Tamil Nadu are handled through the revenue / Tamil Nilam portal, which is integrated with the survey department. You submit the application online and it routes to your Tahsildar for processing.
Documents you'll need
- Registered Sale Deed (or the relevant title document).
- Encumbrance Certificate (EC).
- Aadhaar / ID proof of the applicant.
Track your application
After you submit, you get a reference / application number. Use the 'Track Application Status' option on the portal homepage to follow it through to approval.
💡 Exact portal names and steps change over time. Always start from the official Tamil Nadu government land-records portal and follow the current on-screen process.