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Karnataka Government Extends B‑Khata to A‑Khata Conversion Until 2027
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 07:36 AM
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The Karnataka state administration announced that properties currently classified under the B‑Khata regime will be upgraded to A‑Khata status until the end of 2027, aiming to ease compliance for owners.
The Karnataka government has issued a directive that all residential and commercial properties listed under the B‑Khata system will be re‑classified as A‑Khata until December 31, 2027. A‑Khata denotes a property with clear title and full compliance with municipal regulations, while B‑Khata typically indicates pending documentation or tax discrepancies.
The decision, announced by the state’s Department of Revenue, is intended to simplify property transactions and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for owners who have been unable to regularise their holdings. Under the scheme, owners will not be required to pay the additional penalties usually associated with B‑Khata status during the stipulated period.
Real‑estate analysts expect the move to boost confidence in the Karnataka property market, as the temporary upgrade removes a major obstacle for buyers and lenders. The government has urged property owners to approach local municipal offices to initiate the conversion process and has promised a streamlined online portal for applications.
Implementation will be monitored by the state’s revenue officials, who will conduct periodic audits to ensure that the temporary status is not misused. The policy is set to expire at the end of 2027, after which properties will revert to their original classification unless further action is taken.
The decision, announced by the state’s Department of Revenue, is intended to simplify property transactions and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for owners who have been unable to regularise their holdings. Under the scheme, owners will not be required to pay the additional penalties usually associated with B‑Khata status during the stipulated period.
Real‑estate analysts expect the move to boost confidence in the Karnataka property market, as the temporary upgrade removes a major obstacle for buyers and lenders. The government has urged property owners to approach local municipal offices to initiate the conversion process and has promised a streamlined online portal for applications.
Implementation will be monitored by the state’s revenue officials, who will conduct periodic audits to ensure that the temporary status is not misused. The policy is set to expire at the end of 2027, after which properties will revert to their original classification unless further action is taken.