If you’re living in Kerala and planning to buy a property, register a document, or just want to check land records — then the Kerala Registration Department has got you covered.
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Gone are the days when you had to stand in long queues and deal with piles of paper just to get a simple Encumbrance Certificate (EC). Now, thanks to online services offered by the state, you can do most of this stuff right from your phone or laptop. Pretty handy, right?
Let’s break it all down in simple words — no legal mumbo jumbo here.
🏢 What is Kerala Registration Department?
The Registration Department of Kerala falls under the State Government of Kerala, and it mainly deals with:
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Property registration
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Marriage registration
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Document registration (like Power of Attorney, Agreements, etc.)
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Issuing Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
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Stamp duty and fee payments
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Providing online access to registered deeds
Basically, if it’s legal and needs to be recorded — this is the department that handles it.
Official website 👉 https://keralaregistration.gov.in
🔑 Popular Online Services Available
Here’s what you can do online via the Kerala Registration portal:
✅ Search for Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
✅ Check property registration details
✅ Book slots for document registration
✅ Pay stamp duty & registration charges online
✅ Apply for certified copy of registered deeds
✅ Marriage registration in Kerala (under Hindu, Special Marriage Acts)
The platform is super useful, especially if you’re buying land or house and want to verify all the past transactions.
📄 How to Check Encumbrance Certificate Online (EC Search Kerala)
Let’s say you want to check if a property is clean and free from loans or disputes — you need to check the Encumbrance Certificate. Here’s how:
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Click on “Encumbrance Certificate” under Online Services
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Choose “Search EC”
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Select your district, RDO office, and survey number
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Enter document number or year (as required)
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Click Submit — and your EC will show up (if available)
You can even download it as a PDF and save it for future use. Simple and free.
🧾 How to Register a Property in Kerala (Offline + Online Booking)
While final registration happens at the Sub Registrar Office (SRO), you can book an appointment and pay online.
Steps:
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Login to 👉 https://keralaregistration.gov.in
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Click “Document Preparation & Booking”
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Enter seller/buyer details, property info, etc.
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Upload documents if needed
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Choose a time slot and visit SRO on the selected date with originals
Make sure you carry all originals and pay stamp duty beforehand to avoid delay.
📋 Documents You May Need
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Sale deed draft
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Aadhaar card (buyer/seller)
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PAN card
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Previous title deed
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Property tax receipt
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Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
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Passport-size photo
Tip: Always take a legal advisor’s help before signing any document, especially in property deals.
💡 Pro Tips (From Experience 😅)
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Always verify EC before buying any property
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You can also verify the Fair Value of land on the portal
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Avoid peak hours when visiting Sub Registrar Office — go early
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Take multiple photocopies of every document
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Save your acknowledgement ID while applying online
Final Thoughts
The Kerala Registration Department has really made things easier by going digital. Whether you’re registering property, searching for EC, or booking an appointment — most things are now just a few clicks away.
So next time you or someone in your family needs to register land or check property history, don’t panic — just head to the portal and handle it like a pro.