The Karnataka Signed Encumbrance Certificate (EC) is an official digitally signed document that provides details about any financial or legal liabilities associated with a property. It is issued by the Sub-Registrar’s Office and serves as proof of ownership and the property's transaction history.
What information does a digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate contain?
A digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate includes details like the property owner’s name, transaction history, survey number, extent, village, mortgages, claims, and other encumbrances recorded for the property.
Is a digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate mandatory for property transactions?
Yes, a digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate is often mandatory for property transactions to verify the legal and financial status of the property, ensuring there are no disputes or liabilities.
What is “NIL EC”?
If no deeds of transactions are registered in respect of a property mentioned in the application of EC, nil encumbrance certificates is issued. If Certificate is issued in this form, it means that there are no registered transactions / liabilities on the property for a given period of time.
Whether pending litigations are reflected in EC?
Pending litigation on the property is not reflected in the encumbrance certificate.
Can I use a digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate for bank loans?
Yes, a digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate is accepted by most banks and financial institutions for loan processing, as it is legally valid and certified.
What is the fee for obtaining the digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate?
You can get your digitally signed Encumbrance Certificate at a discounted price of Rs 499. However, if you order documents in bulk then you can get it at a much lower price.