Buying an existing property, the seller has to provide the possession certificate of the concerned property to you stating the date of possession. This certificate can be used to include the property in the land revenue records. You can also use this document to get a home loan. In case of any legal dispute concerning the ownership of property, you can use the certificate as evidence.
Possession certificate is an important property-related document held by every property owner. The legal possession of the property by the owner is valid only with a possession certificate. Possession certificate contains the details of the possession date of the property; hence it is used to claim one’s right to a particular property. Concerned Tahasildhar issues possession certificate in rural areas and Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) in urban areas
Uses of Possession Certificate
- To obtain subsidy provided by statement Government
- For applying for housing loan
Documents Required
- Ration card
- Income proof
- Scanned passport-size photo
Applying for Possession through MeeSeva Franchise
- Step 1: Visit your closest MeeSeva Franchise.
- Step 2: Submit the application form at the franchise in the prescribed format with all the required details.
- Step 3: Submit all the required documents along with the application form to the MeeSeva Franchise.
- Step 4: The request will be forwarded to the concerned authority.
- Step 5: A field visit will be conducted by Tahsildar or RDO.
- Step 6: Upon the completion of verification, the possession certificate will be issued within 7 working days
Applying Online through MeeSeva Online Portal
Step 1: Visit MesseSeva’s official website and click on “MeeSeva Online Portal” located at the bottom of the right side of the page (https://ap.meeseva.gov.in/DeptPortal/UserInterface/LoginForm.aspx).
Step 2: It will redirect you to a new page where you have to register yourself by clicking on the “New Registration” tab located on the left-hand side of the page.
Step 3: Register on the portal by providing the required details and click on the “Submit” button.
Step 4: After registration, log in to the portal by using your login ID and password.
Step 5: Select “Possession Certificate” and enter all the details required for the certificate.
Step 6: Upload all the necessary documents and submit them.
Step 7: This will be followed by a verification process.
Step 8: Upon verification, your possession certificate will be issued.
FAQs
What is a Possession Certificate in Andhra Pradesh?
A Possession Certificate is an official document issued by the local revenue authorities in Andhra Pradesh that certifies an individual’s ownership and possession of a particular property or land.
Why is a Possession Certificate important?
A Possession Certificate is crucial for:
- Proving ownership and possession of property.
- Applying for loans or mortgages where property documents are required.
- Legal disputes related to property ownership.