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Property Dispute

You have a dispute over land or property — someone is claiming your property, illegal encroachment, or issues with sale/purchase.

Do this now
  1. 01Gather all property documents (sale deed, title deed, tax receipts)
  2. 02Get an Encumbrance Certificate from Sub-Registrar
  3. 03Verify property records at the local revenue office
  4. 04Do NOT make any verbal agreements
  5. 05Send a legal notice to the opposing party through a lawyer
  6. 06If encroachment, file a police complaint
  7. 07Consult a property lawyer before any action
Evidence to collect
  1. Original sale deed / title deed
  2. Property tax receipts
  3. Encumbrance certificate
  4. Survey records and mutation records
  5. Photographs of the property
  6. Previous sale deeds in the chain of ownership
  7. Any written agreements or receipts
Documents you need
  1. Sale deed / title deed
  2. Property tax receipts
  3. Encumbrance certificate
  4. Aadhaar / PAN of parties
  5. Legal notice (sent to other party)
  6. Survey and mutation documents
  7. Family tree (for inheritance disputes)
Where to complain
  1. Civil Court — Property suit
  2. Revenue Court — Land revenue matters
  3. RERA Authority — Builder disputes
  4. Police Station — For encroachment/trespass
  5. District Magistrate — Land grabbing
  6. Consumer Forum — If related to housing purchase
Laws that apply
  1. Transfer of Property Act — Sections 54, 58 (Sale, Mortgage)
  2. Registration Act — Section 17 (Compulsory registration)
  3. Indian Stamp Act — Stamp duty requirements
  4. Specific Relief Act — Section 6 (Suit for possession)
  5. Limitation Act — Time limits for filing cases
  6. RERA — For builder/developer disputes
  7. Hindu Succession Act — For inherited property
Understanding the issue

Property disputes in India can involve ownership claims, illegal encroachment, boundary disputes, inheritance disagreements, or builder fraud. All property transactions must be documented through registered sale deeds. Verbal agreements have limited legal value for immovable property. Property disputes can be resolved through civil courts, revenue courts, or RERA (for builder disputes).

When to see a lawyer

Consult a property lawyer before buying, selling, or filing any case. Property disputes are complex and often involve large amounts — legal guidance is essential.