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How to Check Adangal in Andhra Pradesh — Complete Guide 2026

The Adangal is Andhra Pradesh's village-level land record showing ownership, land classification, crops grown, irrigation source, soil type, and liabilities for each agricultural parcel. The wet, dry, or waste classification in the Adangal directly affects what you can build, grow, or finance on the land. This guide covers how to check it free on [meebhoomi.ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) and what each field means before you pay any advance.

Quick Reference
Also calledPahani / Village Account No. 3 / RoR 1-B Part II
Issued byRevenue Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh (maintained by Village Revenue Officer at village level)
Valid forNo expiry; updated seasonally for crop changes, annually for ownership changes
CostFree on meebhoomi.ap.gov.in; certified copy from MRO,
Time takenInstant online; certified copy from MRO: 10–15 days
Online portalmeebhoomi.ap.gov.in AP
noteconfirm current fee with local Mandal Revenue Office
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What is Adangal in Andhra Pradesh?

Definition

The Adangal is the village-level revenue register maintained for every agricultural survey number in Andhra Pradesh. It records land classification, cultivation details, ownership, and liabilities under the AP Rights in Land and Pattadar Pass Books Act, 1971.

People sometimes treat the Adangal and the ROR 1B as the same document. They're not. The ROR 1B is the ownership certificate. The Adangal is the land use report: it tells you what the land is, how it is used, and what constraints apply. Together they give a full picture. For any agricultural land purchase in AP, both must be checked. The Adangal alone does not prove title , but it tells you things the ROR 1B won't, specifically the wet/dry/waste classification, the current cultivator, and any liabilities or seasonal crop history.

Adangal meaning land purchase AP comes down to one question: does the land on paper match the land on the ground? A parcel recorded as "waste" in the Adangal is not cultivable. One recorded as "wet" commands a higher price and higher stamp duty, but also stricter usage rules. Sellers sometimes describe waste land as "dry" and dry land as "wet" to inflate value. The Adangal is the only official record that settles the classification question. Check it yourself on Meebhoomi before visiting the site.

State-specific note: In Andhra Pradesh, the wet, dry, or waste classification in the Adangal is the government's formal position on land type. No verbal claim from a seller, broker, or agent overrides it without a formal reclassification order from the Revenue Department.
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How to Get Adangal in Andhra Pradesh

The Adangal is free to view and download on [meebhoomi.ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) with no login needed. Keep the District, Mandal, Village name, and Survey Number or Khata Number ready. For official use in loans or legal proceedings, a digitally signed certified copy from the MRO is needed.

Online method (recommended)

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Open Meebhoomi portal Go to [meebhoomi
ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) . On the homepage, click "మీ అడంగల్ / గ్రామ అడంగల్" (Your Adangal / Village Adangal) under the Land Details section.
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Select location Choose District, Mandal, and Village from the dropdowns
Then select either "Your Adangal" (individual parcel) or "Village Adangal" (entire village listing).
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Enter search details and captcha Choose your search type: Survey Number, Khata Number, or Aadhaar Number
Enter the relevant number, solve the on-screen captcha, and click Submit.
On the result screen, check the colour of the record. Green records are digitally signed and legally valid. Red records require VRO or Tahsildar verification before use in official processes.
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Download and verify classification Save the Adangal as a PDF
Confirm the land classification (wet/dry/waste), pattadar name, extent, and cultivator name match what the seller told you.
Cross-check the survey number against the FMB Village Map tool on the same portal to confirm physical boundaries match the records.

Offline method (Sub-Registrar Office)

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Visit the MRO for your village The MRO covering the village where the land is located maintains the register
Bring Aadhaar, survey number, and Khata number.
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Request certified Adangal extract Ask for a certified Adangal copy signed by the Tahsildar or MRO
This is required for bank loan applications and legal disputes , the portal print-out alone is not sufficient for these purposes.
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Pay fee and receive receipt
The free portal version is for reference; the certified office copy carries a nominal charge.\]
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Collect and cross-check Take the signed certified copy
Check that the classification, survey number, pattadar name, and extent match the portal version and the ROR 1B exactly.
If classification shows "waste" but the seller claims it is cultivable, file a formal enquiry with the Tahsildar before any purchase.
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What Does Adangal Contain in Andhra Pradesh?

Each Adangal record for a survey number contains these fields; mismatches across them or against the ROR 1B are the first sign of a land use problem.

Field What it represents Verification note
Owner Pattadar name & khata numberRecorded owner and account numberMust match ROR 1B exactly; any discrepancy needs MRO correction before purchase.
Parcel Survey number & ULPINUnique parcel identifier and Unique Land Parcel Identification NumberCross-check against FMB Village Map to confirm the parcel you are viewing matches the physical land.
ClassLand classificationWet, dry, garden, or wasteThis is the binding government record; if it says "waste" or "Kharab," the land has no cultivation or construction value without formal reclassification.
CultivationCultivation detailsCurrent cultivator name, crop type, season (Kharif/Rabi), irrigation sourceIf the cultivator is someone other than the pattadar, that is a tenancy; confirm the seller's rights before proceeding.
ExtentExtent & water rateLand area in acres and cents; water charge leviedVerify against ROR 1B; any reduction in recorded area signals an unrecorded sub-division.
LiabilitiesLiabilitiesOutstanding revenue dues or mortgages recorded on the parcelAny liability entry means the land carries an encumbrance; it must be cleared before transfer.
Good sign: Pattadar name matches ROR 1B, land classified as wet or dry with an active irrigation source, no liabilities, current cultivator is the pattadar, and extent matches across all records.
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Common Issues With Adangal in Andhra Pradesh

Each Adangal record for a survey number contains these fields; mismatches across them or against the ROR 1B are the first sign of a land use problem.

Land classified as waste sold as dry
Sellers sometimes market waste land as dry land to justify higher prices. The Adangal classification is the government's official view. Building on or financing waste land without a formal reclassification order is not legally possible.
Fix: Open [meebhoomi.ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) before any site visit and check the classification field. If it reads "Kharab" or "Waste," ask for the reclassification order before negotiating.
Dry land sold as wet land
Wet land commands higher pricing due to irrigation access and double-crop potential. Some sellers claim wet status for dry parcels. The Adangal's water source field is the proof; "no irrigation source" next to a "wet" claim is a contradiction.
Fix: Check the Adangal water source field against the irrigation details in the same record. If there is no recorded water source for a parcel claimed to be wet, treat that as a false representation.
Agricultural land without NA Order sold for construction
In AP, agricultural land classified as dry or wet in the Adangal cannot be used for housing construction without a Non-Agricultural (NA) Order from the Revenue Department. Building without it can lead to demolition orders.
Fix: Ask for the NA Order document before signing any agreement for land you intend to construct on. If the Adangal still shows agricultural classification, no building work is legally permitted.
Active tenancy not disclosed by seller
If the Adangal shows a cultivator other than the pattadar, the land has an active tenancy. Tenants in AP have certain rights under Revenue law; a purchase without resolving tenancy can complicate possession.
Fix: Check the cultivator column in the Adangal. If a different person is listed as the cultivator, ask the seller to produce a tenancy termination document before any payment.
Name error in Adangal blocking loan or subsidy
A single letter misspelling in the pattadar name blocks crop loans, PM-KISAN benefits, and sometimes the sale registration itself. These errors are common in records moved from manual to digital formats.
Fix: Use the online Corrections tool on Meebhoomi, select "Correction in Computerized Adangal," enter the correct name per Aadhaar, upload proof, and note the complaint number. Visit MRO if not resolved in 15 days.
Old survey number not updated after resurvey
Since 2020, AP has been conducting a resurvey assigning new survey numbers. If an Adangal still shows the old survey number only, the FMB map reference may not align correctly.
Fix: Check both the old and new survey numbers in the Adangal and cross-reference against the ULPIN on Meebhoomi. Contact the local MRO if the numbers are inconsistent.
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Why Adangal Matters for Land Buyers in Andhra Pradesh

The Adangal decides whether the land is what the seller says it is.

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The only record that confirms land use The ROR 1B tells you who owns the parcel
The Adangal tells you what the parcel actually is. Classification as wet, dry, or waste determines what you can do with the land, what stamp duty applies, and what government schemes the land qualifies for.
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Wet/dry/waste classification drives price and risk A parcel priced as wet but recorded as dry in the Adangal is mispriced
Waste land carries no cultivation potential. Paying wet land rates for dry or waste land means overpaying and losing the basis for any future legal complaint about the transaction.
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Banks require Adangal for agricultural loans Crop loans, Kisan Credit Cards, and most agricultural term loans require a valid Adangal showing the applicant as the pattadar of cultivable land
A waste land classification, a tenancy entry, or a name mismatch will result in loan rejection even if the ROR 1B looks clean.
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AP-specific: Construction requires NA Order on top of Adangal Buying agricultural land in AP for residential or commercial use is a two-step process: first verify the Adangal classification, then obtain the NA Order from the Revenue Department
The Adangal alone does not authorize construction. Many buyers in AP have lost money by building on land still classified as agricultural in the Adangal without obtaining the NA Order.
Red flag: Any seller who shows a printed Adangal from months ago but refuses to open [meebhoomi.ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) live, or who claims the classification "will be updated soon," is not being straight. Check the live record before any token payment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adangal free to download on Meebhoomi?
Yes. Basic viewing and downloading on [meebhoomi.ap.gov.in](http://meebhoomi.ap.gov.in) is completely free. No login or fee is needed. A digitally signed certified Adangal copy from the Mandal Revenue Office for bank loans or legal use carries a nominal charge. 5 What does wet, dry, or waste classification mean in the AP Adangal? Wet land is irrigated and suitable for paddy or double-crop cultivation. Dry land relies on rain and supports pulses, cereals, or single-crop farming. Waste (Kharab) land is unfit for cultivation. Classification determines the land's price, loan eligibility, and what government schemes it qualifies for. 6 Is Adangal required for bank loans in Andhra Pradesh? Yes. Banks require Adangal to verify the land is cultivable, the applicant is the recorded pattadar, and there are no active tenancy or liability entries. A waste classification, name mismatch, or third-party cultivator entry will lead to loan rejection regardless of the ROR 1B. 7 Can I build on land classified as dry or agricultural in the AP Adangal? No, not without a Non-Agricultural Order from the Revenue Department. The Adangal classification is binding. Building on agricultural land without an NA Order in AP can result in demolition orders from local authorities. Always get the NA Order before any construction on land still classified as dry or wet. 8 How do I get a certified Adangal in Andhra Pradesh? Visit the Mandal Revenue Office for the village where the land is located. Request a certified Adangal extract signed by the Tahsildar. This signed copy is required for bank loan applications and court proceedings. The portal download from Meebhoomi is for reference only; it is not a substitute for the MRO-certified version.