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Ministry of Panchayati Raj

SVAMITVA Scheme (Survey of Villages & Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas)

You Get

Legal property card (title deed / Record of Rights) for your rural house — enables using property as collateral for bank loans; reduces property disputes; provides permanent digital record accessible online anytime

SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) was launched on 24 April 2020 (National Panchayati Raj Day) by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to provide a legal ownership record ("Rights of Record") for rural household properties in the Abadi (inhabited) areas of villages. Drone-based mapping by Survey of India creates precise digital maps, after which State Revenue Departments issue legally valid property cards. This enables rural residents to use their homes as collateral for bank loans. As of 2026, over 2.25 crore property owners have received cards across India.

Am I Eligible?

Quick check — answer 3 questions

Is your age between 18 and 100 years?

Is your annual family income under ₹1 Cr?

Do you live in a Rural area?

Benefit Details

Legal property card (title deed / Record of Rights) for your rural house — enables using property as collateral for bank loans; reduces property disputes; provides permanent digital record accessible online anytime

Provided by Central Government

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply

Any rural household owner in a village whose property is in the Abadi (inhabited) area — not agricultural land; applicable to all categories (no income/caste restriction); property must be in a village covered under the SVAMITVA survey (state-wise rollout); NRI property owners and absentee owners also eligible if property is in rural Abadi area

Age Range

18 to 100 years

Income Limit

Up to ₹1 Cr / year

Residence Type

Rural

Required Documents

💡 Tip: Keep original documents and 2 photocopies ready. Self-attest all photocopies.

How to Apply

1

Check if Your Village is Covered

online

Go to svamitva.nic.in → "Progress Dashboard" → select your state → check if your district/block/village has completed the drone survey. If not yet surveyed, your property card will be issued once the survey is conducted in your area (typically within 3 years of state MoU).

2

Participate in Drone Survey

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When Survey of India drones survey your village (announced by district administration), ensure your house boundary is clearly visible and accessible. No application is required — drones automatically map all structures in the Abadi area. Mark any disputed boundaries to village officials before the survey.

3

Verify Draft Map (Enquiry Phase)

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After drone survey, a draft property map is shared with the village. The Gram Panchayat displays the draft maps for a 15–30 day enquiry period. Visit the Gram Panchayat and verify your property boundary on the map. Report discrepancies to the tehsildar or village patwari immediately.

4

Receive Property Card

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After the enquiry period and state revenue department validation, property cards (also called Adhikar Abhilekh, Gharauti, Chaavdi Utara depending on state) are issued. Cards may be distributed at special camps organized by the district administration or via PM at state-level events.

5

Download Digital Property Card

online

Log in to svamitva.nic.in → enter your state → search by district, tehsil, and village → enter your property ID or owner name → download the property card as PDF. A physical card is also issued by the state revenue department. Use the card for bank loans, mutation, and tax records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Any rural household owner in a village whose property is in the Abadi (inhabited) area — not agricultural land; applicable to all categories (no income/caste restriction); property must be in a village covered under the SVAMITVA survey (state-wise rollout); NRI property owners and absentee owners also eligible if property is in rural Abadi area. Available for individuals aged 18 to 100 years with annual income up to ₹1 Cr. Residence: Rural. Coverage: All India.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Information is compiled from official government sources for guidance purposes. Eligibility and benefits may vary. Always verify with the official portal or nearest government office before applying.

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