Land possession certificate (LPC) is an important document that is issued when there are no ownership issues with respect to the land. This certificate has to be provided when an owner is selling his land. In this guide, we will outline the importance of land possession certificate in Bihar and how you can apply it online.
Details mentioned in land possession certificate in Bihar
The land possession certificate will include
- Date
- Place
- Name of the owner
- Certificate that the owner is in possession of the land that is until the time period asked for
- Mouza and Thana number
- Tauza number
- Khata number
- Kesara number
- Area
- Report
- Stamp and signature of the circle officer ( from the government
- Signature of the owner
Source: Mahabodhi Mahavidhyalaya, Nalanda
What are the documents required to apply for possession certificate?
- Application form copy
- Ration card
- Sale deed and registered lease agreement
- Encumbrance certificate ( Form 15)
- Passport size photos
How to apply for possession certificate in Bihar online?
- Click on online LPC. You will reach https://biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in/Biharbhumi/UserLogin . On this page, enter your registered mobile number and click on captcha and sign in. If you don’t have an account here, click on registration and register yourself to proceed.
- Click on LPC and fill the LPC application form by entering.
- Choose rural or urban based on location of land.
- Next proceed to fill land and applicant details.
- For instance, if you click on rural, enter information including sub-division, block, village
- Enter land parcel number, Aadhaar number and contact details.
- Enter family member’s information including applicant name, address, date of birth, marital status, occupation and income.
- Upload all the required documents mentioned, verify and check.
- Once you have submitted, you will get an acknowledgement with the application id.
How to check status of application of land possession certificate in Bihar?
To check the status, click on https://parimarjan.bihar.gov.in/biharBhumireport/frm_LPC_StatusNew
- Select from dropdown box, the district, Achal and financial year and click on proceed.
- You can either enter case number or certificate number, security code or click on search.
How to view LPC case number?
The case numbers of LPC have changed and to see the new one, go to https://parimarjan.bihar.gov.in/biharBhumireport/Images_Gov/LPC_2022-23.pdf to view the changed LPC case number.
How to apply for land possession certificate in Bihar offline?
- To apply for the land possession certificate, visit the circle office under which the land is located. The circle officer will handle all documentation related to land possession certificate in Bihar.
- Fill the application form by entering details such as
- Owner’s name and address
- Property/land details including location, area, plot number, etc.
- Type of land –agricultural, non-agricultural
- Proof of ownership that will include details of previous land records, registry papers etc.
- Submit the application form along with supporting documents. These are:
- Land title deed
- Previous land records
- Khatian
- Aadhaar card
- Property tax receipts etc
- Submit the Application
- Once the form is submitted the circle officer will verify the details, which may take some time. Post verification, the process of issuing the land possession certificate will start.
- Once the certificate is ready, go to the circle office again and collect the document.
Fees for applying for possession certificate in Bihar
| Type | Fees |
| Below poverty line (BPL) | – |
| Above poverty line (APL) | Rs 10 |
Why is land possession certificate in Bihar needed?
You have to submit a copy of the land possession certificate in Bihar if
- You want to take a loan on your land parcel in Bihar
- Know how much is your share if you will be inheriting an ancestral land
- If the farmer wants to take loan on his agricultural land, he will have to submit the land possession certificate
- To avail the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Yojana, one has to have the land possession certificate
Housing.com POV
Land possession certificate in Bihar is an important legal document that one should have who is in possession of a valid land parcel in India. One can easily get the land possession certificate in Bihar online from the convenience of their house. While this certificate backs your land ownership, it also is necessary for various government subsidies and especially if you want to sell your land.
FAQs
Is having a land possession certificate in Bihar mandatory?
Yes, all legal documents related to land should be necessarily registered and should be in your possession.
What are the fees for applying for land possession certificate in Bihar?
If you are above the poverty line, then the fee is Rs 10. People below the poverty line need not pay anything for land possession certificate.
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