1. Approach the Local Revenue or Taluk Office
The Tahsildar, Talathi, or Village Administrative Officer (VAO) is typically the first point of contact to apply for updated land survey records.
- Visit the local revenue office where the land is located
- Submit application with survey number and land details
- Pay nominal processing fees
- Used for Patta, Chitta, or Adangal extracts
2. Apply at the Survey and Land Records Department
In many states, the Survey & Settlement Department or the Directorate of Land Records handles official survey maps and field measurement requests.
- Submit Form-1 or state-specific survey request form
- Required when boundaries are unclear or disputed
- Certified surveyor visits land for physical measurement
- Updated Field Measurement Book (FMB) issued post-survey
3. Use State Online Land Portals (Bhoomi, Dharani, etc.)
Several states offer digitized land record services through official portals where you can download or apply for survey maps online.
- Bhoomi – Karnataka
- Dharani – Telangana
- MahaBhulekh – Maharashtra
- Bhulekh UP, AnyROR (Gujarat)
- Input survey number and district to access records
4. Request a Resurvey if Boundaries Have Changed
If land has been subdivided or if earlier maps are outdated, a resurvey may be needed, usually initiated through the revenue office or land records department.
- Apply for demarcation or subdivision
- Land must be physically accessible for surveyor
- Surveyor issues updated sketch and area statement
- Map is registered in official land record system
5. Documents Required for Survey Application
Applicants must submit valid ownership and identity proof along with the request for updated survey records.
- Registered sale deed and encumbrance certificate
- Latest tax paid receipt and Patta copy
- Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID
- Site photos or old sketch (if available)
6. Verification of Field Measurement Book (FMB)
The FMB sketch is a scaled technical map showing land boundaries, subplots, and measurements as per the state’s land grid.
- Issued by survey department or VAO
- Critical for fencing, plotting, and layout approval
- Used during disputes or encroachments
- Can be combined with GIS or GPS mapping
7. Certified Copy from Sub-Registrar’s Office (if linked)
In some states, updated land survey data is linked to the property’s registration file. You may request a certified copy while reviewing ownership documents.
- Request property record file from SRO
- Includes prior FMB, survey sketch, and EC
- Cross-check survey number with mutation record
- Ensures title and physical alignment
8. Hire a Licensed Government Surveyor
For disputed land or layout development, you may need to hire a licensed surveyor through the official government department.
- Apply via regional Survey & Land Records office
- Fees depend on area, complexity, and urgency
- Surveyor prepares a site visit report and updates records
- Certificate is signed by surveyor and counter-signed by Tahsildar
9. Track Application via Grievance or Citizen Service Portal
States offer service tracking and redressal portals where you can monitor the status of your land record or survey update request.
- MeeSeva (Telangana), e-Sewa (Andhra Pradesh), Seva Sindhu (Karnataka)
- Acknowledgement ID helps check progress
- Digitally signed records may be downloaded
- Helps escalate delays in survey or demarcation
