Karn Goyal (Doctor) 18 November 2012

Mutation of the property

Respected Lawyers,

Sir, my mother owned an apartment in Delhi, however she has passed away recently (without any will), leaving behind two legal heirs, my sister and myself, now we want to transfer ownership of the appartment on both our names/ on one persons name (which ever is easier). I was told about the mutation of the property. However what I understood is that, it is only transfer of property for revenue puposes without any legal right of ownership, is it true?. Would you clarify my doubt and guide me the best way for the process?. I will be highly obliged.

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Ajit Singh Cheema (practising Advocate) 19 November 2012

Entry in the revenue record and its approval / sanction of mutation is an important act. Once the property is mutated in your name and the mutation is sanctioned,you get the legal ownership. Contact the halqua patwari/ tehsildar at the earliest,for mutation of the property in your name.

Karn Goyal (Doctor) 19 November 2012

Thank you.....sir, is the mutation possible without a registered will of my mother? Does mutation allows us to sell the apartment in question, in future if the situation arrises?

surjit singh (Assistant) 20 November 2012

Mr Cheema is correct. For mutation you need not have to have a will. After mutation you have every right in the property. If possible get a legal heir certificate in your favour.