Bhu Bharati TS: How to Find Your New 11-Digit Bhudhaar
The landscape of land administration in Telangana has fundamentally shifted with the implementation of the Telangana Record of Rights in Land Act, 2024. For property owners, the old Dharani-centric search is a thing of the past. As of January 2026, the Bhu Bharati portal is the definitive “Source of Truth,” introducing the 11-digit Bhudhaar—a unique identifier that acts as the mandatory digital backbone for every land parcel in the state.
What is the 11-Digit Bhudhaar in Telangana? (The “Aadhaar for Land”)
Bhudhaar is the unique digital identity assigned to every land parcel across Telangana. Much like an Aadhaar card for individuals, it ensures that land records are tamper-proof and easily verifiable.
- Temporary Bhudhaar: Currently assigned to most parcels based on legacy Dharani data. It indicates that the record is digital but formal Geo-referencing is still in progress.
- Permanent Bhudhaar: Issued only after the 2026 Drone Surveys and GIS mapping are completed. It confirms the exact latitude and longitude coordinates of your land’s boundaries.
Value Add: While the Central Government uses a 14-digit ULPIN (Bhu-Aadhaar), Telangana’s 11-digit Bhudhaar is the specific legal requirement for state-level revenue transactions and local bank approvals.
Why You Need Your Bhudhaar Number in 2026
Since the January 2026 portal updates, the Bhudhaar number has become a mandatory field for almost all land-related activities:
- SRO Slot Booking: You cannot book a registration appointment on the IGRS TS portal for agricultural land without an active Bhudhaar.
- Bank Loans: To curb “double-mortgage” fraud, financial institutions now verify the Bhudhaar-linked Encumbrance Certificate (EC) before sanctioning loans.
- Mutation & Succession: Under the new Act, transfers of title (Sale, Gift, or Inheritance) are automatically updated via the Bhudhaar ID, eliminating the need for separate manual applications.
Step-by-Step: How to Find Your Bhudhaar on Bhu Bharati Portal
Finding your ID takes less than two minutes. Follow this official 2026 workflow:
- Access the Portal: Visit bhubharati.telangana.gov.in. Avoid old Dharani bookmarks, as they may lead to outdated cached data.
- Module Selection: On the homepage dashboard, click on “Information Services” and select the “Land Details Search” module.
- Search Parameters: Choose your District, Mandal, and Village. You can search using your Survey/Sub-Division Number or your Pattadar Passbook Number (PPB).
- Decoding the Result: Once the “Land Status” screen loads, your 11-digit Bhudhaar appears at the top right of the property card.
- Download the Card: Look for the m-Bhudhaar icon to save a PDF copy or generate a QR-coded digital card for your records.
Troubleshooting: “No Records Found” or Missing Bhudhaar
If your land details are missing during this 2026 migration phase, do not panic.
- Migration Lag: Thousands of records are currently undergoing a Forensic Audit to fix previous Dharani discrepancies.
- The 22-A Conflict: Properties flagged under the Prohibited List (Section 22-A)—such as Waqf, Endowment, or Govt lands—may have their IDs temporarily hidden until cleared.
- How to Raise a Grievance: Use the Bhu Bharati Grievance Module. In 2026, grievances are decentralized; you can submit a request online which is directly routed to your local Tahsildar-cum-Joint Sub-Registrar for spot verification.
Bhu Bharati vs. IGRS TS: Which Portal Should You Use?
Understanding the 2026 bifurcation is key to saving time:
| Feature | Bhu Bharati (Rural/Agri) | IGRS TS (Urban/Residential) |
| Property Type | Agricultural Land / Farm Lands | Flats, Villas, Commercial, Urban Plots |
| Primary ID | 11-Digit Bhudhaar | Document Number / Plot Number |
| Main Service | Passbooks, Mutations, NALA | EC Search, Market Value, Deed Copies |
The Future of Land Records: Permanent Bhudhaar & GIS Mapping
The ongoing 2026 Drone Survey across Telangana marks a shift toward absolute boundary precision. Once your land parcel undergoes GIS mapping, your “Temporary” ID transitions to a Permanent Bhudhaar. This digital certificate embeds exact latitude/longitude coordinates into the state’s registry, effectively ending legacy boundary disputes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee for finding my Bhudhaar?
No, it is a completely free public service on the official portal.
Can I search by Aadhaar?
Yes, but only if your Aadhaar-linking is already verified for that specific survey number.
What is a Bhudhaar Card?
A QR-coded document containing your land’s spatial data and ownership history.
Does it replace my Khata number?
No; it maps to your Khata/PPB number to provide a modern, searchable digital anchor.
