To prove ownership of agricultural land, farmers currently rely mainly on the RTC (Pahani) document, which is available online through the Revenue Department. However, for other important land records such as Podi Naksha (Subdivision Map), Akar Band (Land Measurement Record), and Mutation Extract, farmers still have to visit survey offices, taluk offices, and sub-registrar offices.
To solve this long-standing problem, the Karnataka Revenue Department is preparing to launch an upgraded version of the land records portal called “Bhoomi-2”. Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has officially shared this update through a press release, highlighting how Bhoomi-2 will make land records more accessible and farmer-friendly.
Why Bhoomi-2 Is Important for Farmers
At present, farmers often face the following difficulties:
- Multiple visits to Survey Office, Tahsildar Office, and Sub-Registrar Office
- Dependence on middlemen, leading to unnecessary expenses
- 20–30 days waiting period to obtain documents like Podi Naksha, Akar Band, Mutation, and Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
- Paying separate fees for each document
The Bhoomi-2 system aims to eliminate these issues by providing multiple land records online in one place.
Bhoomi-2: Land Records That Will Be Available Online
With the launch of Bhoomi-2, farmers will be able to download several important land documents along with RTC through a single online platform.
Online Land Records – Document Overview Table
| Land Document | What It Shows | Use / Importance |
|---|---|---|
| RTC / Pahani (Record of Rights) | Owner name, land extent, crop details, irrigation source, loans | Primary proof of land ownership |
| Podi Naksha (Subdivision Map) | Land boundaries, divisions, survey numbers | Boundary clarity & land partition |
| Akar Band | Exact land measurements, length & width, technical survey data | Accurate land measurement |
| Mutation (MR Extract) | Change of ownership due to sale, inheritance, gift | Legal ownership update |
| Encumbrance Certificate (EC) | Loans, mortgages, legal liabilities on property | Loan, sale & legal verification |
Benefits of Online Agriculture Land Records (Bhoomi-2)
Farmers will enjoy several advantages once Bhoomi-2 is implemented:
- ✅ No need to visit multiple government offices
- ✅ No dependency on agents or middlemen
- ✅ Significant savings in time and money
- ✅ Faster access to land ownership documents
- ✅ No need to pay separate fees for each document
- ✅ Transparent, citizen-friendly digital system
This initiative will make land record management simpler, faster, and more reliable for farmers.
Official Statement by Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda
According to the official press release:
“The Bhoomi software, developed for RTC digitization, has completed 25 years. Under the upcoming Bhoomi-2 version, farmers will be able to obtain RTC, Akar Band, Mutation, and Podi Naksha together with a single click. Efforts are also underway to include the Encumbrance Certificate (EC) in the same system.”
Explanation of Key Land Documents
1️⃣ RTC / Pahani (Record of Rights)
RTC contains detailed information about:
- Land owner’s name
- Survey number & land area (acre/gunta)
- Crops grown
- Irrigation source (well, borewell, tank)
- Loans or legal burdens on the land
2️⃣ Podi Naksha (Subdivision Map)
This document provides:
- Exact land boundaries
- Division of land parcels
- Survey and village map details
- Ownership share after land partition
3️⃣ Akar Band (Land Measurement Record)
Akar Band includes:
- Precise land dimensions
- Length and width of the plot
- Technical survey measurements
- Boundary points used by surveyors
4️⃣ Mutation (MR Entry)
Mutation records:
- Change in land ownership
- Reason for transfer (sale, gift, inheritance)
- Official update of ownership in land records
5️⃣ Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
EC shows:
- Whether the property has loans or mortgages
- Legal disputes or liabilities
- Past sale and transfer history
Conclusion
The Bhoomi-2 initiative by the Karnataka Revenue Department is a major step toward digitization and transparency in agricultural land records. By enabling farmers to access RTC, Podi Naksha, Akar Band, Mutation, and EC online, the government is reducing bureaucratic hurdles and empowering farmers with easy access to vital documents.
Once implemented, Bhoomi-2 will save farmers time, money, and effort, while ensuring accurate and reliable land ownership records.