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How to Check 8A Extract in Maharashtra — Complete Guide 2026

The 8A Extract Maharashtra is the Village Form 8A land record listing every survey number a single owner holds in one village. It is the document that exposes plots a seller chose not to mention. This guide covers how to pull it, read it, and cross-check it against the 7/12.

Quick Reference

Also calledVillage Form 8A, 8A Utara, Khata Extract

Issued byRevenue Department, Government of Maharashtra (Talathi)

Valid forAs on date of issue (verify within 30 days of registration)

CostFree (unsigned view)

Time takenInstant online

Online portalbhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in

note₹15 (digitally signed copy) 7 to 15 days at Talathi office

What is 8A Extract in Maharashtra?

Definition

The 8A Extract is a village-level land record under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966 and the Record of Rights Rules, 1971. It groups every survey number held by one Khata account holder into a single statement.

Where the 7/12 is plot-specific, the 8A is owner-specific. One Khata number, one extract, every parcel that person owns inside that village. It also carries the land revenue assessment, the cultivator notes, and the tax dues against each holding.

That switch in viewpoint matters. A seller can hand over a clean 7/12 for the plot they want to sell while quietly holding three other parcels under loan or attachment elsewhere in the same village. The 8A is the only document that pulls all of it onto one page. Banks ask for it before agricultural credit. Sub-Registrars expect it during registration.

State-specific note: The 8A reveals undisclosed plots of the seller. If their 8A lists five survey numbers and they only mentioned one, treat every other entry as a potential dispute or encumbrance.

How to Get 8 A Extract in Maharashtra

Pull the 8A free from Mahabhulekh for a quick view, or pay ₹15 on Digital Satbara for a legally valid copy. Have the Khata number or seller's name ready.

Online method (recommended)

Open the official portal Go to [bhulekh

mahabhumi.gov.in](http://bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in) for the unsigned view, or [digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in](http://digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in) /dslr for the digitally signed PDF. Avoid lookalike sites.

Bookmark only the .[gov.in](http://gov.in) address.

Pick division, district, taluka, village Choose from the six revenue divisions: Pune, Konkan, Nashik, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Amravati, Nagpur

Drill down to the exact village.

Select 8A and search From the menu pick Record of Rights type 8A

Search by Khata number (Account number) if available, or by first and last name of the seller.

Pay and download For the digitally signed version, register on Digital Satbara, recharge the wallet, pay ₹15, and download

The QR code and 16-digit verification number make it bank- and court-ready. ###

Pull the 8A in the seller's name without the Khata number. It surfaces every plot they hold.

Offline method (Sub-Registrar Office)

Visit the Talathi Saja office Go to the Talathi office covering the village where the land sits

Carry a photo ID and the seller's name or Khata number.

File the application Submit a written request for the 8A extract

The Talathi pulls the village register and prepares an attested copy.

Pay the nominal fee

Standard counter rates apply, usually under ₹50 with court fee stamps

Collect within 7 to 15 days Pick up the signed and stamped extract

Confirm every survey number listed matches the 7/12 the seller produced.

Ask for a copy of the latest land revenue receipt at the same time.

What Does 8A Extract Contain in Maharashtra?

Each row tells you something about the seller's full landholding inside that village.

Field	What it means	What to check
Khata Number (Account No)	Owner's account ID at village level	Match with the 7/12 Khata number
Owner Name	Account holder in the village register	Compare with seller's Aadhaar and PAN
Survey/Gat Numbers Held	Every plot the owner controls in that village	Count must match all parcels disclosed
Total Area	Aggregate landholding in hectares and ares	Cross-check with the seller's stated holding
Land Revenue Assessed	Tax payable per plot per year	Unpaid dues become a charge on the land
Cultivator Status	Whether self-cultivated or tenant-farmed	Tenant entries can trigger Tenancy Act protection

Good sign: A clean 8A shows a single Khata number, owner's name matching ID proof, every survey number declared by the seller, current land revenue paid up, and self-cultivated status.

Common Issues With 8A Extract in Maharashtra

Each row tells you something about the seller's full landholding inside that village.

Hidden plots not disclosed by seller

The 8A lists every parcel the seller holds in the village. Sellers routinely show only one 7/12 while holding three others under bank loans, attachments, or family disputes elsewhere.

Fix: Pull the 8A in the seller's name yourself before paying any advance. Reconcile every entry.

8A and 7/12 mismatch

The Khata number on the 7/12 must match the 8A. A mismatch means the records have not been reconciled, often after a partition or sale that was never updated.

Fix: Demand the seller resolve the mismatch through a Talathi correction before registration.

Pending land revenue dues

Unpaid revenue and cesses sit as a charge on the land and pass to the buyer at registration.

Fix: Get a current revenue clearance receipt from the Talathi alongside the 8A.

Tenant cultivator entry

If the cultivator column names someone other than the owner, Maharashtra's tenancy laws may give that person purchase rights ahead of you.

Fix: Verify with the Talathi whether tenancy proceedings are open. Walk away if rights are pending.

Outdated Khata after partition or inheritance

Family partitions often lag in records. The 8A may still show the deceased owner or a single Khata where multiple heirs now hold.

Fix: Insist on a fresh ferfar update reflecting current heirs before buying.

Section 155 manipulation risk

Maharashtra confirmed mass record manipulation in early 2026 affecting thousands of farmers. The 8A is as exposed as the 7/12.

Fix: Pull two digitally signed copies a few weeks apart and compare every line.

Why 8A Extract Matters for Land Buyers in Maharashtra

Four reasons it deserves the same weight as the 7/12.

📋

Owner-level visibility, not plot-level The 7/12 shows one plot

The 8A shows the seller's entire footprint in that village. It is the single best tool for catching a seller who under-discloses.

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Hidden encumbrance exposure A loan, attachment, or court order on any plot the seller owns can later cloud the parcel you are buying if the records get disputed

The 8A is where those signals first appear.

🏦

Bank loan and registration requirement The 8A is required alongside the 7/12 for agricultural loans, mutation entries, and registration of agricultural land sale deeds in Maharashtra

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Maharashtra-specific: Khata and tenancy check Only Maharashtra runs the 8A as a separate village register tied to Khata numbers

The tenancy column on it can trigger pre-emption rights under state law that no other document reveals. ###

Red flag: A seller who refuses to share their 8A in their own name, gives only a Khata number for one plot, or insists you check only the 7/12. They are hiding something.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 8A Extract in Maharashtra?

The 8A Extract is a Village Form 8A record under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966 listing every survey number an owner holds in one village along with land revenue dues, area, and cultivator details. It is owner-specific, not plot-specific.

How much does the 8A extract cost in 2026?

The unsigned view on [bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in](http://bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in) is free. The digitally signed copy from [digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in](http://digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in) costs ₹15 per download. The Talathi office issues paper copies for under ₹50 in court fee stamps.

What is the difference between 7/12 and 8A in Maharashtra?

The 7/12 covers one survey number with ownership and crop details. The 8A covers all survey numbers held by one Khata account holder in a village. Use 7/12 to verify a plot, 8A to verify a seller.

How do I verify if an 8A extract is genuine?

Pull the digitally signed PDF from [digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in](http://digitalsatbara.mahabhumi.gov.in) yourself. Scan the QR code on the document and confirm the 16-digit verification number on the portal. Never accept the seller's printout as proof.

Is the 8A required for land registration in Maharashtra?

Yes. Sub-Registrars expect the 8A alongside the 7/12 for registration of agricultural land sales. Banks also require it for crop loans, agricultural credit, and mortgages on rural land.

How do I find the Khata number on the 8A?

The Khata number, also called the Account number, sits at the top of the 8A as the owner's village-level ID. The same Khata number must appear on every 7/12 the seller produces for plots in that village.

Can NRIs access Maharashtra 8A records online?

Yes. NRIs can view and download 8A extracts from Mahabhulekh and Digital Satbara from anywhere. No Indian mobile is required for viewing. Note that NRIs generally cannot purchase agricultural land in Maharashtra except by inheritance.

What if the 8A and 7/12 do not match?

Stop the transaction. A Khata or area mismatch signals an unreconciled mutation, partition, or earlier sale. Insist the seller resolve it through a Talathi correction application before any advance changes hands.

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