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Track title, zoning, survey, tax, and infrastructure checks — with progress saved automatically. Before you start ## What this destination provides Proquiro provides workflow guidance and local progress tracking; completion is not legal advice or government verification. FreeAvailable now Coverage India-wide general due-diligence workflow; state-specific requirements vary Source Proquiro calculator or workflow You get Locally saved due-diligence checklist progress Boundary reviewed 16 Jul 2026 ### What you may need No property details are required to open this destination. ### If the source or result is unavailable If local progress cannot be saved, the checklist remains readable and can be restarted without claiming completion. [View the fallback path](/tools/land-due-diligence-tamil-nadu) 0 of 28 (0%)Reset Title & Ownership Verification8 Verify original sale deedConfirm the seller holds the original registered sale deed, not just a photocopyCheck chain of title (30+ years)Trace ownership history for at least 30 years to identify gaps or disputesObtain Encumbrance Certificate (EC)Get EC from Sub-Registrar office for the last 30 years to check for mortgages, liens, or litigationVerify Patta/Khata in seller's nameConfirm the revenue records (Patta in TN, Khata in KA, etc.) reflect the sellerCheck for litigation in civil courtsSearch district court records for any pending cases involving the propertyVerify Aadhaar/PAN of all sellersCollect identity proof of every title holder listed on the deedConfirm no revenue court disputesCheck Tahsildar/Revenue Divisional Officer records for revenue disputesObtain legal opinion from advocateGet a written title opinion from a practicing advocate specializing in property law Land Classification & Zoning6 Confirm land use classificationVerify if the land is classified as agricultural, residential, commercial, or industrialCheck zoning/master plan complianceCross-reference the plot with the local development authority master planVerify NA (Non-Agricultural) conversionIf agricultural land, confirm NA conversion order is obtained or possibleCheck for CRZ/environmental restrictionsVerify if the land falls under Coastal Regulation Zone or eco-sensitive zoneConfirm no forest land classificationEnsure the land is not classified as forest land under Forest Conservation ActVerify layout approval statusIf part of a layout, confirm approved layout plan from competent authority Survey & Boundaries5 Obtain FMB (Field Measurement Book) sketchGet FMB from the Taluk Survey office showing exact boundaries and survey numbersCross-check physical boundaries with FMBWalk the site with FMB in hand; confirm boundary stones match the sketchVerify survey number and sub-divisionsConfirm the survey number in the sale deed matches revenue records and FMBCheck for encroachmentsPhysically inspect all boundaries for unauthorized constructions or usageConfirm total extent matches recordsMeasure actual area and compare with deed, Patta, and FMB extent Financial & Tax Clearances5 Obtain latest property tax receiptsVerify property tax is paid up to date with the local body (panchayat/municipality)Check for unpaid land revenueConfirm all kist/land revenue dues are cleared at the Tahsildar officeVerify guideline value/circle rateCheck the current guideline value from Sub-Registrar for stamp duty calculationConfirm no attachment ordersVerify no attachment by tax authorities, banks, or courtsCheck for agricultural income tax duesIf agricultural land, confirm no outstanding agricultural income tax Infrastructure & Access4 Verify road access and widthConfirm the plot has legal access to a public road; check approach road widthCheck water and electricity availabilityVerify feasibility of water supply (borewell, municipal) and EB connectionConfirm no HT line/pipeline easementCheck for high-tension corridors, gas pipelines, or drainage easements crossing the plotVerify proximity to utilitiesAssess distance to nearest transformer, water main, and sewage line Save your progress as a PDF Enter your details to download a copy you can share with your team. Get PDF checklist ### What is land due diligence? Land due diligence is the systematic verification of a property's legal, financial, and physical status before completing a purchase. In India, where land records can be fragmented across multiple offices and systems, thorough due diligence protects buyers from title defects, encumbrances, zoning violations, and boundary disputes that could surface months or years after the transaction. ### How to use this checklist Work through each category systematically — start with title verification, then move to zoning, survey, financials, and infrastructure. Check off items as you complete them. Your progress is saved automatically in your browser, so you can close the tab and return later without losing your place. Use the reset button to start fresh for a new property. ### Why due diligence protects your investment The most common land acquisition failures in India stem from incomplete due diligence: undiscovered liens, disputed boundaries, unapproved layouts, pending litigation, or incorrect land classification. Each of these can delay registration, trigger legal disputes, or render the land unusable for the intended purpose. A systematic checklist ensures nothing is overlooked and creates a documented audit trail for every verification step. Last verified 22 September 2026 ## Streamline your land acquisition workflow See how Proquiro handles due diligence, pricing, and field ops. [Request a Demo](/contact/sales)[Start Solo — ₹639/mo](https://app.proquiro.com/users/sign%5Fup?plan=solo)