An encumbrance certificate in Andhra Pradesh clarifies that a particular land in Andhra Pradesh can be sold of free title and has no legal disputes or pending taxes. The EC is a crucial land-related document that enables an individual to avail loans against it or uses it for mutation purposes and much more. This paper carries various details about a particular land and can help curb fraudulent cases in the future.

An encumbrance certificate signifies that the property is free of disputes and has a free title or ownership. This certificate reflects all the details on ownership, transactions and any other encumbrances related to land. It provides a landowner with security to restrict any land disputes against his land.

An EC comes with the following details mentioned on it –

• Name of the property owner
• Property related documents
• Details mentioned on the sales deed
• Name and dates of transactions made in a property for a specific period
• Mortgage details, if used to avail a loan or others

There are two different ways to avail an encumbrance certificate in Andhra Pradesh. One can opt for an online or offline route to apply for the land-related certificate. Now, let’s look into the application procedures and individuals who can apply.

Follow the underlying steps to apply for EC online –

Step 1 - Visit the official website of Andhra Pradesh Registration and Stamp Department.

Note – An individual has to register on the website first before proceeding to apply for EC.

Step 2 - Select Online EC from the homepage and enter details on the redirected page.

Step 3 - Enter the credentials you receive through SMS on your registered mobile number. 

Step 4 - Enter the OTP and captcha you receive after entering the username and password, and click on 'Submit.'

Step 5 – Once registered on the portal select encumbrance certificate.

Step 6 – In the redirected page, enter land details and click on ‘Submit’.

Step 7 – Next page will display all the details of your land. Click on ‘Next’ to choose between signed or unsigned certificates.

Step 8 – On choosing an unsigned certificate, you will be redirected to the next page. Click on ‘Select All’ and then ‘Print’ to download the certificate.

If you opt for a signed certificate, you will receive an OTP on the registered mobile number, enter details and download the encumbrance certificate.

An applicant can choose either of the two offline processes to apply for a Encumbrance Certificate in Andhra Pradesh. They may approach a MeeSeva franchise or directly approaching the sub registrar's office under whose jurisdiction the land falls. Read the procedures below for more details.

Through MeeSeva Franchise

Step 1 – Visit the nearest MeeSeva franchise.

Step 2 – Submit an application provided by the MeeSeva operator and fill it up with details in the provided spaces.

Note – Remember to include the mode of delivery in the form as well.

Step 3 – Submit the form and applicable fees to the operator.

Step 4 – You will receive application process updates through SMS on your registered mobile no.

Step 5 – After verifying the authenticity of provided details, a concerned sub-registrar officer approves the application request for EC.

After approval from SRO, EC is issued and sent to the applicant from the franchise via post, or the applicant needs to collect it from the operator directly as per the mode of delivery chosen.

Through Sub-registrar Office

The procedure to avail EC in Andhra Pradesh is listed below.

Step 1 – Visit your nearest Sub-registrar’s office.

Step 2 – Collect Form 22 of EC. Fill it with your particulars as per requirement.

Step 3 – Submit this form along with property details, title details, and other required documents.

Step 4 – Pay the fees applicable as per the set period of encumbrance.

After submission, a concerned officer will inspect to verify these details, and upon satisfaction, an acknowledgement slip will be generated for the applicant.

The following documents are required to file an application for EC:

• Applicant’s residence proof
• Identity cards like Aadhaar, PAN and ration cards
• Property address and credentials
• Sales deed copy (any sales deed related to land, latest or old)
• Application purpose
• EC requirement period
• Copy of power of attorney if applied by a holder of the same

Individuals who are eligible to avail an EC are as follows -

• Applicants should own land
• Individuals must have the intention to buy land
• Someone who holds a power of attorney

Follow the below procedure to check EC in Andhra Pradesh –

Step 1 – Visit the official portal of the Stamp and Registration Department of Andhra Pradesh.

Step 2 – Select ‘Encumbrance certificate (EC)’ on the sidebar at the right side.

Step 3 – Go through the details on the next page and click on ‘Submit’.

Step 4 – On the next page, select the search criteria, ‘Document No.’ or ‘Memo No.’ or ‘None’ and enter the remaining details, including captcha and then click on ‘Submit’.

The next redirected page will display an encumbrance certificate with details of a particular property.

Various usages of Encumbrance certificate are as follows –

• Legal land owner proof
• To avail loans from various financial institutions
• The land mutation process becomes seamless
• To buy a property

Through this article, one can understand its importance and the procedures to apply for an encumbrance certificate in Andhra Pradesh. With three methods available, an individual can apply for EC as per their convenience and secure ownership of a particular land.