A Patta is an official revenue document issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu establishing legal ownership of land, while a Chitta contains crucial details regarding land classification, area measurements, and ownership records. Obtaining an online Patta Chitta extract via the official Anytime / Anywhere e-Services portal (eservices.tn.gov.in) allows property buyers, landowners, and legal consultants to quickly verify land title authenticity and revenue records.
Key Information Included in a Patta Chitta Extract
| Field | Description |
| Owner Details | Name of the registered landowner(s) and assigned Patta number |
| Land Classification | Categorization as Nanjai (wetland) or Punjai (dryland) |
| Location Data | District, Taluk, Revenue Village, Survey Number, and Subdivision |
| Property Extent | Precise total land area recorded in hectares and ares |
Step-by-Step Online Extraction Process
Access the Portal: Visit the official e-Services site at eservices.tn.gov.in.
Select Service: Click on View Patta Copy / A-Register Extract or View Patta & FMB / Chitta / TSLR Extract.
Select Location: Choose the District, Taluk, and Village where the property is located.
Choose Search Method: Search using either the Patta Number or the Survey / Subdivision Number.
Submit & Download: Enter the authentication captcha to view, print, or save the digitally verified web copy of the extract.
Why Verifying Patta Chitta is Crucial
Title Verification: Confirms that the seller is the recorded owner in government revenue registers before executing a sale deed.
Banking & Financial Approval: Serves as a mandatory legal document for securing bank home loans or land mortgages.
Fraud Prevention: Helps identify unapproved plots, government land (Poramboke), or title disputes prior to property acquisition.
