| | Mutation Fee | Late Fee (if applied after 90 days) | | --- | --- | --- | | Below ₹1,00,000 | ₹500 | ₹100 per month (max ₹500) | | ₹1,00,001 to ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹200 per month (max ₹1,000) | | Above ₹5,00,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹500 per month (max ₹2,000) | | Inheritance (no monetary value) | ₹250 | ₹50 per month (max ₹250) |

The primary goal of Form 32A is to prevent fraudulent property claims and identity theft. By capturing biometric data, the state ensures that:

Before filing Form 32A in Telangana, the applicant must:

After successful mutation, a new passbook is issued free of cost (or a nominal ₹50 printing fee). However, if you lose the passbook, a duplicate can be obtained by filing Form 32D with a fee of ₹200.

: The form is specifically designed to collect passport-sized photographs and left thumb fingerprints from the seller (executant), the buyer (claimant), and the witnesses.

Sometimes, a property may be under a court dispute. If a "Court Attachment" or a "Decree" is registered against the property, it will reflect in the EC. Buying such a property invites years of legal battles.

Before you pay a token advance, you must be certain that the person selling you the property actually owns it. The EC (derived from the application forms) lists all registered transactions executed during a given period. It shows the flow of ownership from Person A to Person B. If the seller’s name does not appear in the recent entries, it is a major red flag.

While many homebuyers focus solely on the Sale Deed, the informed buyer knows that the integrity of a property transaction relies heavily on due diligence. This article explores the significance of Form 32A in Telangana, its relationship with the Encumbrance Certificate (EC), and why it is indispensable for a secure investment.

: It acts as a supporting document alongside mandatory identity proofs like Aadhaar Cards and PAN Cards (required for transactions over ₹5 Lakhs).