B-Khata to A-Khata Conversion in Karnataka: What the September 2026 Order Means for Plot Owners

Background: why B-khata matters In Karnataka, a khata is the record that a property is assessed in a local body's books. An A-khata marks a fully compliant property. A B-khata covers properties with deviations, such as unapproved layouts, missing land conversion or plan violations. B-khata owners often struggle to get building plan approval, trade licences or bank loans, and to sell at full market value.

What the September 2026 order does On 9 September 2026, Karnataka's Revenue Department issued an order letting local body officers collect conversion charges and issue A-khatas for eligible B-khata properties. Secondary sources give the order number as RD-LGP/38/2026. The Urban Development Department (UDD) and the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department (RDPR) handle implementation.

Who processes applications

• Town Municipal Council or Town Panchayat: Chief Officer
• City Municipal Council: Commissioner
• Municipal Corporation: Zonal Commissioner
• Gram Panchayat: Panchayat Development Officer (PDO)

Eligibility

• The plot, site or land is 1,000 sq m or smaller.
• It is already in non-agricultural use.
• The use is allowed under the applicable Master Plan or zoning regulations.
• Urban areas: the B-khata was issued on or before 10 September 2024.
• Rural areas: the B-khata was assessed on or before 7 April 2025. Reports say plots with no khata but a registered deed before that date may also qualify.

What is excluded

• Government land, B-kharab, forest, tank, road and rajakaluve land
• Land reserved for public purposes or under acquisition
• Properties with court stays
• Properties that violate land-use or planning rules
• Plots larger than 1,000 sq m

Fees: still unclear The order does not list amounts. It says conversion charges, regularisation fees and penalties will apply "wherever applicable" and links them to Cabinet decisions that have not been published. Owners should budget for a cost but wait for the official fee notification before paying anyone.

What about Bengaluru? This order is aimed at towns, cities and villages across the state. Bengaluru properties under the Greater Bengaluru Authority follow a separate B-to-A conversion process, so check which route applies to you.

How to prepare now

1. Get your current B-khata extract and your registered sale deed.
2. Check that your plot is under 1,000 sq m and meets the cut-off date.
3. Confirm with the local town planning office that your plot's use matches the Master Plan or zoning rules.
4. Check the RTC or land records for encumbrances, acquisition notices or litigation.
5. Watch for the fee notification and the application process from your local body.