# KhataGuide Full LLM Export

Canonical site: https://khataguide.com/

Purpose: Public-interest utility documenting the exact public workflow for obtaining a new GBA/BBMP eKhata in Bengaluru without brokers.

Not official government. Always complete the final application and payment on the official portals.

## Exact Facts

- Use this workflow only for properties with no existing BBMP khata, manual or digital.
- Official GBA/BBMP eKhata issuance fee: ₹1,956.
- The application form itself is free to submit.
- Mandatory Step 1 output: GPS-stamped property photo created with GPSMapCamera.
- Mandatory Step 2 output: FORM-15 Online Encumbrance Certificate PDF from Kaveri 2.0.
- FORM-17 is not accepted for this workflow.
- Typical approval time after submission: 25 to 60 working days.
- Main eKhata portal: https://bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in/
- Main EC portal: https://kaveri.karnataka.gov.in/
- eKhata helpline shown in the guide: 9480683695.

## Required Inputs Before Starting Step 3

- GPS-stamped property photo from GPSMapCamera.
- FORM-15 Encumbrance Certificate PDF.
- Registered Sale Deed.
- Latest property tax receipt with 10-digit SAS Application Number.
- Aadhaar card with Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- BESCOM electricity bill with 10-digit Account ID.
- Computer or laptop browser for the BBMP eAasthi portal.

## Step 1: GPS-Tagged Property Photo Using GPSMapCamera

Goal: Create a valid image that shows the building front plus GPS coordinates, date, time, and address overlay.

1. Open Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
2. Search for `GPSMapCamera`.
3. Install the app.
4. Turn on Location / GPS on the phone.
5. Grant location permission to GPSMapCamera.
6. Step outside the building. Indoor GPS is unreliable.
7. Wait for GPS accuracy to improve to below 10 metres if possible.
8. Stand on the public road or footpath in front of the building or apartment gate.
9. Point the camera at the front elevation so the building entrance is visible.
10. Use the shutter inside GPSMapCamera, not the regular camera app.
11. Verify that the saved image shows:
    - building entrance/front elevation
    - latitude and longitude
    - date and time
    - address text
12. Keep the original file.
13. Transfer the original photo to the computer using WhatsApp Web, Google Drive, or USB.
14. Prefer the unmodified original. Do not screenshot it.

File guidance:

- eKhata upload expects JPG/JPEG.
- The guide warns the portal expects the GPS photo under 5 MB in the application stage.
- If needed, compress carefully without stripping metadata.

Canonical page: https://khataguide.com/gps-photo

## Step 2: FORM-15 Encumbrance Certificate on Kaveri 2.0

Goal: Download the digitally signed FORM-15 Online EC PDF required by the eKhata application.

Important rules:

- Choose `Encumbrance Certificate (Online EC)`.
- Use `Search by Property Number`.
- Do not use workflows that produce FORM-17.
- `From Date` must be at least one day before the sale deed registration date.
- `To Date` must be 31-10-2024 or later.
- Typical Kaveri fee: about ₹100 to ₹200 depending on the search period.

Detailed workflow:

1. Open https://kaveri.karnataka.gov.in/.
2. If no account exists, click `Register`.
3. Create the account using name, mobile OTP, email OTP, security question, and captcha.
4. Click `Login`.
5. Use the registered email as username.
6. Enter password and captcha.
7. Receive login OTP on email and mobile.
8. Enter the OTP and log in.
9. From the dashboard, click `START A NEW APPLICATION`.
10. In `What are you applying for?`, choose `ENCUMBERANCE CERTIFICATE -(ONLINE EC)`.
11. Read the prerequisite dialog and continue.
12. Select the EC period bucket. For most modern properties use `After 01/01/2004`.
13. In the main EC form, select the `Search by Property Number` tab.
14. Fill district, taluka, hobli/town, village, property type, property number type, and present property number details using the Sale Deed.
15. For most residential flats/houses, choose `Non-Agricultural` as property type.
16. For property number type, the guide uses `Khata No`.
17. Enter boundary details from the Sale Deed: East, West, North, South.
18. Set EC search dates:
    - From Date: one day before sale deed registration date
    - To Date: 31-10-2024 or later
19. Enter captcha and click `Search`.
20. Review the result list and identify the correct property carefully.
21. If the portal is buggy or shows no result, try:
    - only the numeric part of the property number
    - another SRO if applicable
    - document-number search if needed
22. Check both confirmation boxes for the chosen property.
23. Click `Proceed`.
24. Review the search parameters and payment details.
25. Pay the EC fee online.
26. Click `E-Sign`.
27. Authenticate with Aadhaar number and Aadhaar OTP / TOTP.
28. Submit the e-sign request.
29. Usually within minutes to a few hours, the digitally signed EC PDF appears in the Kaveri dashboard.
30. Download the PDF.

What to verify in the downloaded EC PDF:

- Certificate Number in the format `BMH-EC-A-XXXXXXX-2025-26`.
- Property details match the Sale Deed.
- Encumbrance table shows the purchase deed / relevant transaction.
- Digital signatures are present.
- QR code is present for authenticity check.

Canonical page: https://khataguide.com/ec-kaveri

## Step 3: New BBMP eKhata Application on the eAasthi Portal

Goal: Submit the new khata request on the official BBMP eAasthi system.

Important rules:

- This workflow is only for properties with no BBMP khata at all.
- The application form is free to submit.
- The official issuance fee is ₹1,956 and is paid only after approval.
- Use the same mobile number that is linked to Aadhaar if possible, because Aadhaar OTP verification is required later.

Detailed workflow:

1. Open https://bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in/.
2. On the home page, click the `eKhata` tile in Citizen Services.
3. In the eKhata options, click `New Khata`.
4. This opens the official New Khata system.
5. On the login page, enter mobile number.
6. Solve the captcha.
7. Receive OTP.
8. Enter OTP and log in.
9. In `Data Entry -> Initiate Request`, read the legal notes carefully.
10. Select the declaration shown by the portal for applicants who do not have any BBMP khata.
11. Enter the 10-digit SAS Application Number from the property tax receipt.
12. Click `Edit`.
13. The portal fetches the property tax history.
14. Verify Property ID, assessment year, receipt number, tax amount, cess, rebate, and total tax.
15. Open `Property Details / Fill the application`.
16. Fill property details.
17. Choose property type, property use, and BDA Khata status as applicable.
18. On the satellite map, search a nearby landmark or street.
19. Zoom in.
20. Drop the red pin on the exact property location.
21. Verify latitude and longitude against the GPS photo from Step 1.
22. Select Zone, Ward, and Street / Nearest Street.
23. Enter Door or Plot Number, Building or Land Name, nearest landmark, pincode, and locality.
24. Upload the GPS property photo from Step 1.
25. Save property details.
26. The portal generates an Application ID.
27. In Sale Deed details, select the option for a registered deed on or after 01-04-2004 if applicable.
28. Enter the Registered Deed Number, for example `JAY-1-XXXXX-2013-14`.
29. Click `Fetch details`.
30. Verify the deed information fetched from registration records.
31. In `EC Details`, enter the EC certificate number in the format `BMH-EC-A-XXXXXXX-2025-26`.
32. Click `Fetch & Verify details`.
33. Complete Aadhaar verification using Aadhaar number and OTP.
34. The portal fetches EC details from Kaveri 2.0.
35. In `BESCOM and BWSSB Details`, enter the 10-digit BESCOM Account ID from the electricity bill.
36. Click `Fetch details`.
37. Review the fetched consumer name and connection details.
38. Optionally enter BWSSB details if available.
39. Scroll to `Review & Submit`.
40. Tick the Certification and Declaration checkbox.
41. Click `Preview`.
42. Review the full application carefully.
43. Click `Save & Submit`.
44. The application is now submitted to GBA/BBMP.
45. Track the status in the dashboard.

Expected outputs after submission:

- Draft eKhata / application summary visible in dashboard.
- Status changes over time as officers process the case.
- Final issued eKhata becomes downloadable after approval and fee payment.

Approval stages described in the guide:

1. Waiting Queue.
2. Case Worker review.
3. Revenue Inspector / Tax Inspector field visit.
4. Assistant Revenue Officer review.
5. Revenue Officer final approval.

Final payment and issuance:

- The portal requests payment only after approvals are complete.
- Official total government issuance fee: ₹1,956.
- Breakdown described in the guide and FAQ:
  - ₹125 eKhata fee
  - ₹1,831 Mutation Fee when no previous khata exists for the property
- Pay online in the portal.
- Download the issued eKhata after payment.

What the final issued eKhata shows:

- Property details
- Owner details
- GPS-linked property photograph
- SAS details
- New ePID / municipal reference details
- Official fee entry of ₹1,956
- QR codes and digital signatures

Canonical page: https://khataguide.com/ekhata-application

## Broker Lie Corrections

Broker claim: "You need a broker or bribe."

Truth: The workflow is public and online. Standard cases can be completed directly by the owner.

Broker claim: "FORM-17 is enough."

Truth: FORM-15 is required. FORM-17 is rejected for this workflow.

Broker claim: "The official fee is much higher."

Truth: The official issuance fee described by the guide is ₹1,956, paid online after approval.

Broker claim: "You must repeatedly visit the office."

Truth: The owner-facing workflow is online. Physical field verification is handled by officials, not by the owner making repeated office visits.

## Troubleshooting Summary

If SAS Application Number is not found:

- Re-check the exact 10-digit Application Number on the BBMP property tax receipt.
- If still missing, contact the eKhata helpline or the relevant ward office.

If Kaveri property search fails:

- Use Search by Property Number.
- Try numeric-only property number.
- Try another SRO if the Sale Deed suggests a different office.
- Use sale deed document number if needed.

If the eAasthi portal is slow or broken:

- Use desktop Chrome or Firefox.
- Clear browser cache.
- If outside India, use an Indian VPN because the guide notes India-IP restrictions.
- Retry at another time.

If the application is rejected:

- Read the stated reason in the dashboard.
- Fix the specific issue.
- Reapply if needed.

If the application remains under review beyond 60 working days:

- Raise a grievance in the portal.
- Keep the application reference number ready.
- Escalate via helpline if necessary.

## Contact and Reference

- eKhata helpline shown in the guide: 9480683695
- Kaveri main portal: https://kaveri.karnataka.gov.in/
- BBMP eAasthi main portal: https://bbmpeaasthi.karnataka.gov.in/
- FAQ page: https://khataguide.com/faq
- About page: https://khataguide.com/about

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