To check Patta Chitta by survey number, go to the Tamil Nadu land records portal eservices.tn.gov.in , click “View Patta & FMB / Chitta / TSLR Extract”, select your District, Taluk, and Village, choose the “Survey Number” search option, enter your survey number and subdivision number (for example, 123/2B), verify with the OTP and captcha, and view the land details owner name, Patta number, land extent, and classification.
This is useful when you know the survey number but not the Patta number. It is free, needs no login, and also lets you view the FMB (boundary sketch) for that survey number. If nothing shows, the survey number may be wrong, subdivided, or in a different village.
What is a Survey Number in Land Records?
A survey number is a unique number given to a specific piece of land during the government land survey. Every plot of land in a village has a survey number, and often a subdivision number too (for example, 123/2B), which identifies an exact portion of that survey plot.
Survey number vs Patta number:
- A survey number identifies the land/plot itself.
- A Patta number identifies the ownership record.
- One Patta can cover multiple survey numbers, and one survey number can be split among several owners (subdivisions).
You often know the survey number (from the sale deed, FMB, or old documents) but not the Patta number especially when checking someone else’s land before buying. The survey number lets you find the land and its owner.
Understanding the Survey Number and Sub-Division Number
To search correctly, it helps to understand how a survey number is written, because a small mistake here is the number one reason searches fail.
A full survey number usually looks like this: 123/2B
- 123 is the main survey number — the number given to the original larger plot during the government survey.
- 2B is the sub-division number — it points to a specific smaller portion of that plot.
Why sub-divisions:
A large plot with Survey Number 123 can be divided into smaller parts over time. This may happen after a sale, inheritance, or land division. Each new portion gets a sub-division number like 1, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, and so on. So survey number 123 might have many sub-divisions, each owned by a different person.
Simple example:
- Survey No. 123 = the original 2-acre plot.
- 123/1 = the first 1-acre portion (owned by Ravi).
- 123/2A = a half-acre portion (owned by Kumar).
- 123/2B = another half-acre portion (owned by Priya).
So if you only enter “123” without the sub-division, you may see several owners or no clear result. To find Priya’s exact plot, you must enter 123/2B.
You almost always need both the main survey number AND the sub-division number to get the correct, single record. Get both from the sale deed or FMB sketch.
Sub-division letters matter — 2A and 2B are different plots with different owners. Never mix them up.
Patta Chitta by Survey Number Overview 2026
| Detail | Information |
| Search Method | By Survey Number (+ subdivision) |
| Portal | eservices.tn.gov.in |
| Run By | Tamil Nadu Revenue Department |
| Also Need | District, Taluk, Village |
| Login Needed? | No |
| Verification | OTP + captcha |
| Details Shown | Owner, Patta number, extent, classification |
| FMB Available? | Yes — boundary sketch by survey number |
| Cost | Free |
| Format | View + download PDF |
How to Check Patta Chitta by Survey Number (Step-by-Step)
Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Go to the official portal eservices.tn.gov.in.
Step 2: Choose your language (English or Tamil).
Step 3: Click “View Patta & FMB / Chitta / TSLR Extract”.
Step 4: Select your District, then Taluk and Village.
Step 5: Choose the area type — Rural or Urban (Natham).
Step 6: Select the “Survey Number” search option (instead of Patta Number).
Step 7: Enter the Survey Number and the Subdivision Number (for example, 123 and 2B).
Step 8: Enter your mobile number, then the OTP and captcha.
Step 9: Click Submit — the land details for that survey number appear, including the owner name, Patta number, extent, and classification.
Step 10: Download the PDF if you need a copy.
How to Find Your Survey Number If You Don’t Know It
What if you don’t know the survey number? Do not worry — you can find it from several sources:
- Sale Deed / Registration document: Your property’s sale deed clearly mentions the survey number and sub-division.
- Old Patta / Chitta copy: Any previous Patta Chitta you have shows the survey number.
- Property tax receipt: Municipal/panchayat tax receipts often list the survey number.
- FMB sketch: The Field Measurement Book sketch is drawn against the survey number.
- Patta Number search: If you know your Patta number, search by Patta first — the record will show all survey numbers under it.
- “Find My Survey Number” tools / village map: The village map (also called the “A-Register” area map) links plots to survey numbers.
- VAO office: Your Village Administrative Officer can find the survey number from the land location and owner name.
What Details You See By Survey Number
When you search by survey number, the record shows:
- Owner name(s) — who owns the land under that survey number.
- Patta number — the ownership record linked to it.
- Survey and subdivision number — the exact plot.
- Land extent (area) — the size of the plot.
- Classification — Nanjai (wetland) or Punjai (dryland).
If the survey number is subdivided among several owners, you may see multiple entries — one for each subdivision. Make sure you are looking at the correct subdivision for the land you care about.
How to View the FMB Sketch by Survey Number
The survey number is that you can also view the FMB (Field Measurement Book) sketch — the map showing the land’s boundaries:
- On eservices.tn.gov.in a, select the FMB / sketch option (or the combined View Patta & FMB).
- Enter your District, Taluk, Village, and Survey Number.
- Verify with OTP/captcha and submit.
- The FMB sketch appears — showing the shape and boundaries of that survey number.
- Download or print it.
The FMB shows the exact boundaries, which is essential during land purchase, boundary disputes, and division of land..
Old Survey Number vs New Survey Number (Re-Survey)
The government sometimes conducts a re-survey of land — a fresh, modern survey (often using GPS and digital mapping). After a re-survey:
- The old survey number may change to a new survey number.
- Your old documents may still show the old number, while the portal now uses the new number.
- This mismatch makes the old number show no result online.
What to do if this happens:
- Check with the VAO or Taluk office for the new survey number matching your old one.
- Some districts publish an old-to-new survey number conversion list.
- Once you have the new number, search again on the portal.
During a land purchase, always confirm you are using the current (new) survey number — a deed with an outdated survey number can cause registration and mutation problems.
Natham (Village Housing) Survey Numbers
If your land is a house plot inside a village settlement (Natham), the survey process is a little different:
- Natham land is the residential/housing area of a village.
- It may use a Natham survey number or a sub-division specific to the settlement.
- On the portal, choose the “Natham” or “Urban” option (not Rural) when searching such plots.
For town/city plots, the equivalent record is the TSLR (Town Survey Land Register), searched by the town survey number.
When to Use Survey Number vs Patta Number
Both searches give you the Patta Chitta here is when to use which:
- Search by Survey Number: Best when you know the land/plot (from a sale deed or FMB) but not the Patta number — for example, checking a seller’s land before buying.
- Search by Patta Number: Best when you know your own Patta number and want to quickly pull up your record.
Simple choice:
- Checking someone else’s land (buying)? → usually Survey Number.
- Checking your own land? → either, but Patta Number is quick.
What to Do if the Survey Number Shows No Record
Sometimes the search shows no result. Here are the common reasons and fixes:
- Wrong survey or subdivision number: Re-check the exact number on your sale deed/FMB — including the subdivision letter (2A vs 2B).
- Wrong village/taluk selected: The land may be in a neighbouring village — try the correct one.
- Land was subdivided/renumbered: After a subdivision or re-survey, the survey number may have changed — check with the VAO.
- Old records not digitised: Some very old records may need a manual check at the Taluk office.
- Area type wrong: Try switching between Rural and Urban (Natham).
Why Check Land Details by Survey Number?
Checking by survey number is especially useful for these reasons:
- Before buying land — verify the seller is the real owner of that exact plot.
- Confirm the extent — check the actual area matches what the seller claims.
- Check boundaries — view the FMB for the survey number.
- Find the Patta number — when you only have the survey number.
- Detect fraud — confirm no wrong details on that plot.
Common Problems and Solutions
- No record found: Re-check the survey/subdivision number and village.
- Multiple owners shown: The land is subdivided — find the correct subdivision.
- OTP not received: Check your mobile number and try again.
- Details look wrong: Apply for a correction at the Taluk/VAO office.
- FMB not opening: Try a different browser or download again.
- Someone asking for money to “check”: It is free — do not pay agents.
Conclusion
Checking Patta Chitta by survey number is a quick, free way to find land ownership and details when you know the survey number but not the Patta number — which is exactly the situation when checking a seller’s land before buying. On eservices.tn.gov.in, click “View Patta & FMB / Chitta / TSLR Extract”, select your district, taluk, and village, choose Survey Number, enter the survey and subdivision number (like 123/2B), verify with OTP, and view the owner name, Patta number, extent, and classification plus the FMB boundary sketch.
Enter the exact survey and subdivision number, check the correct subdivision if the land is split among owners, and if nothing shows, verify the village and number or check with the VAO. For any land deal, view the FMB for boundaries and verify the record is genuine before you pay.
Checking is completely free and needs no login so use the survey number to confirm ownership, extent, and boundaries every time, and protect yourself from land fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I check Patta Chitta by survey number?
Go to eservices.tn.gov.in, click “View Patta & FMB / Chitta / TSLR Extract”, select your district, taluk, and village, choose the Survey Number option, enter the survey and subdivision number, verify with OTP and captcha, and view the land details.
2. What is the difference between a survey number and a Patta number?
A Survey Number identifies the land, while a Patta Number identifies the ownership record. One Patta can cover multiple Survey Numbers, and one Survey Number can be divided among different owners.
3. Can I find the owner’s name using a survey number?
Yes. When you search Patta Chitta by survey number, the record shows the owner name(s), the Patta number, the land extent, and the classification. This is useful for checking a seller’s land before buying.
4. What is a subdivision number in a survey number?
A subdivision number (like the “2B” in 123/2B) identifies an exact portion of a survey plot when the land is split among owners. You usually need both the survey number and subdivision number to get the correct record.
5. Can I view the FMB sketch by survey number?
Yes. Use the Survey Number to check the FMB sketch and view the land boundaries. It is useful for land purchases, boundary disputes, and land division.
6. Why is my survey number showing no record?
The survey or subdivision number may be wrong, the wrong village/taluk may be selected, the land may have been subdivided or renumbered, or the area type (Rural/Urban) may be wrong. Re-check the details or ask the VAO.
7. Is checking Patta Chitta by survey number free?
Yes. Viewing and downloading Patta Chitta and FMB by survey number on the official portal is completely free and needs no login. If anyone asks for a fee, it is a scam.
8. Do I need to log in to search by survey number?
No. You do not need to log in. You only need the district, taluk, and village, the survey and subdivision number, and a mobile number for the OTP verification.
9. Multiple owners are showing for one survey number. Why?
This means the survey number is subdivided among several owners. Each subdivision has its own entry, so make sure you are looking at the correct subdivision for the land you are checking.
10. Should I check the FMB along with the Patta Chitta?
Yes. Patta Chitta shows ownership and land details, while FMB shows the boundaries. Check both by Survey Number before buying land and verify the records.
11. How can I find my survey number if I don’t know it?
Check your sale deed or registration document first — it clearly lists the survey and sub-division number. You can also find it on an old Patta copy, property tax receipt, FMB sketch, village map, or by asking your VAO. If you know your Patta number, search by Patta to see all survey numbers under it.
12. My old survey number shows no record. Why?
The land may have been re-surveyed, giving it a new survey number, while your old documents still show the old one. Check with the VAO or Taluk office for the matching new survey number, and use that to search the portal. Always use the current survey number for any land deal.
13. How do I search a house plot (Natham) by survey number?
For a house plot inside a village settlement (Natham), choose the “Natham” or “Urban” option instead of “Rural” and enter the Natham survey number. For town or city plots, use the TSLR (Town Survey Land Register) with the town survey number.
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