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7/12 Extract: What It Is and How to Get It
Complete guide to the 7/12 extract — the foundational land record document for all agricultural and revenue land in Maharashtra.
§ 01 What is the 7/12 Extract?
The 7/12 extract (Satbara Utara in Marathi) is the fundamental land record document maintained by the Maharashtra Revenue Department. It combines information from two registers: Register 7 (details of the survey number, ownership, and cultivation rights) and Register 12 (details of other rights like mortgages and encumbrances).
§ 02 Information Contained in the 7/12
The document contains: Survey number and area, Owner names and percentage of ownership, Cultivation type (Irrigated/Non-irrigated), Type of land use, Current possessor, Outstanding liabilities or encumbrances, Court orders or government notifications affecting the land.
§ 03 How Surveyors Use the 7/12
For any survey work, the 7/12 extract serves as the primary reference document. It establishes the legal area of the parcel, the survey number, and the legal owners — all of which must match the physical survey findings for the report to be legally complete.
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§ FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 7/12 extract in Maharashtra?
The 7/12 extract (Satbara Utara) is the foundational land record for agricultural and revenue land in Maharashtra, combining Register 7 (survey number, ownership, cultivation rights) and Register 12 (mortgages and other encumbrances).
How do I get a 7/12 extract online in Maharashtra?
It can be obtained through Maharashtra's official land records portal (Bhulekh / Mahabhumi) by searching with the village name, survey number, or owner name.
What information does the 7/12 extract contain?
It lists the survey number and area, owner names with ownership share, cultivation type, land use, current possessor, outstanding liabilities, and any court orders affecting the land.
Is the 7/12 extract required for land purchase?
Yes — it is the primary document used to verify legal ownership, area, and encumbrances before any agricultural or revenue land purchase in Maharashtra.
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