Kodavasal SRO

About Kodavasal Sub-Registrar Office

Kodavasal Sub-Registrar Office (SRO) is the official property registration authority serving Kodavasal and surrounding localities in Thiruvarur district, under the Tanjore zone of the Tamil Nadu Registration Department. This SRO plays a key role in legally recording property transactions, ensuring ownership transfer is valid, searchable, and enforceable.

The Kodavasal SRO has jurisdiction over 38 villages and covers a substantial land record base of 23,858 survey numbers. For buyers, sellers, and legal heirs, these survey numbers are critical identifiers used for verifying guideline value, patta details, encumbrance history, and registration eligibility. Whether you are purchasing agricultural land, residential plots, or village house properties, confirming the correct village and survey number under Kodavasal SRO is the first step to a smooth registration.

Documents Required for Registration

Carry originals and keep 1–2 sets of photocopies. Missing documents are one of the most common reasons for delay at the SRO.

• Sale deed / title documents (draft sale deed or relevant deed such as gift/partition/settlement)
• ID proofs of buyer and seller: Aadhaar and PAN (as applicable)
• Photographs of buyer and seller (passport size, as required)
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC) for the required period to confirm lien/charge history
• Patta copy (latest available patta / chitta / adangal details, wherever applicable)
• Property tax receipts (latest paid receipts for house/land tax, if applicable)
• Previous sale deeds (chain of title documents to establish ownership continuity)

Registration Process at Kodavasal SRO

Follow this practical step-by-step flow to reduce rework and ensure your document is accepted for registration.

1. Check guideline value for your survey number: Verify the village, street/area, and survey number mapping and confirm the guideline value applicable to the property.
2. Calculate stamp duty (7%) and registration fee (2%): Estimate costs based on the higher of market value or guideline value, as applicable. Keep a buffer for any additional charges or corrections.
3. Prepare and sign the sale deed: Draft the deed with correct names, boundaries, extent, survey numbers, consideration amount, and schedule. Ensure all parties sign as required.
4. Book slot online via TNReginet portal: Use the Tamil Nadu Registration Department’s online system to schedule an appointment and avoid long waiting times.
5. Visit Kodavasal SRO with all documents: Buyer, seller, and required witnesses should be present with originals and copies.
6. Biometric verification and document scanning: Parties complete biometrics, photo capture (if required), and documents are scanned for official record.
7. Collection of registered document: After successful registration, collect the registered document as per the SRO’s delivery process (same day or subsequent working day depending on workload and verification).

Services Provided

Kodavasal SRO supports property documentation and citizen services commonly required in Thiruvarur district real estate transactions.

• Sale deed registration (property purchase and transfer)
• Gift deed registration (transfer without consideration)
• Partition deed registration (family/ancestral property division)
• Lease registration (registered lease agreements)
• Will registration (optional registration of wills)
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC) issuance
• Certified copy requests (copies of registered documents, as per record availability)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the office timings of Kodavasal SRO?

  Office timings can vary due to government orders, local holidays, and token/slot systems. Confirm the latest working hours directly with the Kodavasal SRO before visiting.

• How to book an appointment online?

  You can book a slot through the TNReginet portal by selecting the SRO, service type, and preferred date/time (subject to availability). Keep your document details and party information ready.

• What is the processing time for registration?

  Processing time depends on document completeness, biometric verification, and SRO workload. Many registrations are completed the same day, while some may take additional working days for verification or corrections.

• How to obtain Encumbrance Certificate (EC)?

  EC can be applied through the TNReginet portal or via the SRO, using accurate property details such as village name, survey number, and the required date range.

Disclaimer

This page is for general guidance for property buyers and sellers dealing with Kodavasal Sub-Registrar Office in Thiruvarur district (Tanjore zone). For current office timings, updated fee structures, slot availability, and official procedures, contact the Kodavasal SRO directly or refer to TNReginet. Guideline values referenced are effective from July 2024 and may change based on government revisions.