How to Check Mutation Status Online on Bhoomi — Step by Step
If you've applied to have land transferred into your name, or you're waiting on a sale to get reflected in the official record, you've probably been refreshing the Bhoomi portal more often than you'd like to admit. Mutation status checks are one of the most searched things on the entire site, mostly because the process can feel like a black box once you've submitted your application.
This guide walks through exactly how to check your mutation status, what each status label actually means, and what to do if yours has been sitting there longer than it should.
What Is a Mutation, Exactly?
A mutation is just the official process of updating the RTC to reflect a change in ownership. It happens after a sale, inheritance, gift, or partition. The land itself doesn't change — only the name on the record does. Until the mutation is approved, the RTC still shows the previous owner, even if you've already paid for the land and registered the sale deed.
This is exactly why checking mutation status matters. Plenty of buyers assume that once a sale deed is registered, the job is done. It isn't — the mutation is a separate step, and it's the one that actually updates the RTC.
Step-by-Step: Checking Your Mutation Status
- Go to the official Bhoomi website and click 'View RTC and MR' on the homepage.
- Look for the 'Mutation Status' tab near the top of the page — it sits alongside the RTC and MR tabs, easy to miss if you're not looking for it.
- Select your District, Taluk, Hobli, and Village from the dropdowns.
- Enter the Survey Number the mutation was filed against. If you have the transaction or application number from when you submitted the mutation request, that works too and narrows the search faster.
- Click 'Fetch Details.' This pulls up every mutation application linked to that survey number — there can be more than one if the land has changed hands multiple times.
- Click on the specific application you're tracking. The status will show as one of three things: Pending, Accepted, or Rejected.
- If you need a copy for your own records, use your browser's print option or the download button if one's available on that screen.
What Each Status Actually Means
| Status | What's Happening | What You Should Do |
|---|---|---|
| Pending | Either still inside the mandatory 30-day objection window, or sitting with the Village Accountant or Revenue Inspector waiting for review. | Nothing urgent — but if it's been pending well past 30 days with no movement, it's worth following up. |
| Accepted | The mutation has gone through. The RTC should now reflect the new owner's name. | Pull up your RTC and confirm the name change appears correctly. |
| Rejected | Something in the application didn't check out — a missing document, an objection that was upheld, or a discrepancy in the records. | Visit the Taluk office to find out the specific reason, then re-file with the correction. |
Why Is My Mutation Taking So Long?
The honest answer is that timelines vary a lot depending on the Taluk and how busy the local office is. A clean mutation with no objections usually clears within 7 to 15 days after the 30-day objection window ends. That said, it's common for it to sit longer than that — sometimes because the officer handling it has a backlog, sometimes because of a minor paperwork issue nobody's flagged yet.
What If You See an Objection Filed Against Your Mutation?
During the 30-day window, anyone with a claim to the land — another family member, a co-owner, sometimes even a neighbor disputing a boundary — can file an objection. If that happens, your mutation won't move to Accepted until the objection is resolved, which usually means a hearing at the Taluk level. This can add weeks or months depending on how contested the issue is. If you see "Objection Filed" or similar wording, it's worth consulting a local lawyer rather than trying to handle it solely through the portal.
Checking Status Without an Internet-Savvy Setup
Not everyone wants to navigate dropdowns on a phone screen. If that's you, the same information is available by visiting your nearest Nadakacheri or Bhoomi center — bring your survey number and ask the staff to pull up the mutation status for you. It's slower than checking online, but it works just as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does mutation status take to update on Bhoomi?
After the 30-day objection period closes, a straightforward mutation typically clears within 7 to 15 days. If there are objections or missing documents, it can take 30 to 60 days or longer.
What does "Pending" status mean?
It means the application is either still within the 30-day objection window or has moved past that but is awaiting review by the Village Accountant or Revenue Inspector.
Can I check mutation status without a transaction number?
Yes. Search using District, Taluk, Hobli, Village, and Survey Number instead, and the portal will list all mutation applications tied to that survey number.
What happens if my mutation is rejected?
You'll need to find out the specific reason — usually a missing document or an unresolved objection — and re-file the application after correcting it. The Taluk office can tell you exactly what went wrong.
