Bengaluru Goes Fully Digital: e-Khata Now Available Online via SAS ID, Citizens Told to Avoid Middlemen

Bengaluru: In a major citizen-centric reform aimed at eliminating red tape and middlemen, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has enabled online download of e-Khata using SAS Property Tax ID, bringing property records directly to citizens’ fingertips.

The initiative, implemented under the vision and direction of Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru In-charge Minister D.K. Shivakumar, is expected to unlock nearly 13 lakh e-Khatas instantly, significantly reducing delays and dependency on physical visits to civic offices.

How to Download e-Khata

Citizens can access their e-Khata through a simple online process:

• Visit: https://BBMPeAasthi.karnataka.gov.in
• Login using registered mobile number and OTP
• Enter SAS Property Tax ID
• Download e-Khata instantly

In addition, property owners will also receive a direct download link via SMS or WhatsApp on their registered mobile numbers in the property tax system.

Public Advisory: No Middlemen, No Office Visits

In a strong advisory, authorities have clearly instructed citizens:

• Do not visit city corporation offices unnecessarily
• Do not engage with any officials or middlemen for e-Khata
• Use only the official online system

This move is aimed at curbing corruption, unofficial charges, and delays that citizens often face while accessing property documents.

Key Features

• Eliminates the need to search by owner name
• Available 24×7 online from anywhere
• Hassle-free digital access to property records
• Direct communication through registered mobile numbers

Important Clarification

Authorities have clarified that the current e-Khatas are issued on an “as-is-where-is” basis, based on existing records.

To make the e-Khata fully compliant—especially for property transactions at the sub-registrar office—citizens must update the following details online:

• Aadhaar and e-KYC of the owner
• Registered sale deed
• Property details including GPS location and photographs
• BESCOM ID (if applicable)

Big Relief for Property Owners

This digital rollout is expected to bring significant relief to lakhs of property owners by:

• Ensuring transparent and corruption-free access
• Saving time and effort
• Removing dependency on intermediaries
• Providing round-the-clock access to documents

GBA Chief Commissioner M. Maheshwar Rao (IAS) has urged all property owners to download their e-Khata at the earliest and complete any pending updates to ensure smooth future transactions.

The move marks a major step towards digital governance and citizen empowerment in Bengaluru, setting a benchmark for streamlined urban services.

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