What is 7/12 Utara?
The Maharashtra Land Records Department describes the computerized 7/12 as an online extract of land information. The record combines information associated with Village Form 7 (record of rights) and Village Form 12 (crop-related information). It is commonly referred to as Satbara or 7/12 Utara.
Source: Maharashtra Land Records Department FAQ. Source checked 11 September 2026.
View-only vs digitally signed 7/12
Free / view-only record
Useful for checking information online. The department FAQ says the free Bhulekh 7/12 and 8A are for viewing and are not the versions to use for official/legal purposes.
Digitally signed record
The official digital Satbara portal states that digitally signed 7/12, 8A and Property Card records can be used for official and legal purposes.
How to find and download a 7/12
- Open the official Maharashtra 7/12 service.
- Search using ULPIN where available, or choose the relevant division, district, taluka/land-record office and village/city.
- Use the survey/Gat-related search fields to locate the required land record.
- Review the selected record details carefully before continuing.
- For a digitally signed copy, log in to the official service and complete the required payment/download process.
How to verify a digitally signed 7/12
Open the official 7/12 verification service and enter the verification number printed on your downloaded record. The verification page is operated by Maharashtra's Revenue Department.
Open official verification page ↗Important checks before relying on a land record
Confirm that the district, village, survey/Gat number and holder details match the property you intend to check. A 7/12 is an important land record, but a property purchase or title decision can require additional records and professional legal due diligence. MahaMetric does not provide title certification or legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 7/12 Utara?
It is a Maharashtra land-record extract commonly called Satbara. The state describes the computerized 7/12 as land information made available online, including record-of-rights and crop-related information.
Can the free online 7/12 be used for legal work?
The Maharashtra land-record department says the free Bhulekh version is for viewing, while a digitally signed 7/12 can be used for official and legal purposes.
How much does a digitally signed 7/12 cost?
The official 7/12 download service currently displays a fee of ₹15 per copy. Check the government portal before payment because fees can change.
Does a digitally signed 7/12 need a Talathi stamp or signature?
The department FAQ states that a separate Talathi signature and stamp are not required for the digitally signed record.
How can I verify a downloaded 7/12?
Use the official verification page and enter the verification number shown on the downloaded digitally signed 7/12.
Sources & related tools
Government information in this guide was checked against the Maharashtra Land Records Department, its official 7/12 service and the Digitally Signed Satbara portal on 11 September 2026.