Buyer Checklist: 7 Essential Documents to Verify Before Buying Property in Gujarat

Buying a residential flat, commercial office, or NA plot in Gujarat requires diligent verification of statutory title records and government clearances. Here are the 7 must-check legal documents:

1. GujRERA Registration: Verify the RERA project number and sanctioned building layout on gujrera.gujarat.gov.in.
2. Title Clearance Certificate: 30-year search report issued by an advocate confirming marketable title.
3. 7/12 & 8-A Revenue Records: RoR documents showing land ownership history and absence of encumbrances.
4. NA Permission & Raja Chithi: Non-Agricultural conversion order and local municipal corporation building sanction.
5. Commencement Certificate (CC) & BU Permission: Building Use certificate from AMC/AUDA before taking physical possession.
6. Index-2 Copy: Registered sale deed extract confirming authentic registration in sub-registrar records.
7. NOC from Society/Developer: Confirming zero pending maintenance arrears or utility dues.