Property Due Diligence in Mumbai: Complete Verification Guide (2026)

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Why Mumbai Needs Extra Due Diligence

Mumbai has the highest property values in India — mistakes are expensive. Common issues include society formation delays, redevelopment complications, and builder SPV structures that obscure ownership.

Step 1: MahaRERA Verification

MahaRERA is India's most active RERA authority. Every Mumbai project must be registered.

How to check:

1. Visit maharera.maharashtra.gov.in
2. Search by project name, builder name, or RERA registration number
3. Verify: registered carpet area, possession date, promoter details, complaints filed

Red flags: No RERA registration, expired registration, mismatch between marketed and registered carpet area, multiple complaints.

Use our RERA Verification Tool for a guided check.

Step 2: Title Search and Verification

Mumbai title search requires checking with the Inspector General of Registration office.

Documents to verify:

• Sale deed / agreement for sale
• Title search report (minimum 30 years)
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC) from sub-registrar
• Property card from City Survey Office
• 7/12 extract (for suburban/rural conversions)
• NA (Non-Agricultural) order (if applicable)

Where to get EC: Sub-registrar office of the jurisdiction. Online at igrmaharashtra.gov.in (partial records).

Step 3: Society and Conveyance Check

Critical for resale: In Mumbai, most apartments are in cooperative housing societies. Verify:

• Society registration certificate
• Conveyance deed (has the builder transferred land to the society?)
• Society share certificate
• No-objection certificate from society for transfer
• Outstanding maintenance dues

Red flag: If conveyance has not been executed (common in Mumbai), the society does not legally own the land. Check with the District Deputy Registrar.

Step 4: Occupation Certificate (OC)

• Verify OC is issued by BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) or relevant municipal authority
• Check if OC covers the specific wing/phase you are buying
• Partial OC is common in phased projects — ensure your unit is covered

Step 5: Approved Building Plans

• Verify IOD (Intimation of Disapproval) and CC (Commencement Certificate) from BMC
• Check for any unauthorised construction or plan deviation
• Confirm FSI utilisation — TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) usage should be legitimate

Red Flags to Watch For

1. No conveyance deed after 4+ years of possession — builder may be holding land for future development rights
2. Mismatch between built area and approved plans — unauthorised construction risk
3. Redevelopment projects without proper tenant consents — legal challenges ahead
4. Builder SPV with no assets — ring-fenced entity that can be abandoned
5. Ongoing litigation — check Bombay High Court and NCLT records

Mumbai-Specific Registrar Offices

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does property verification take in Mumbai?

A thorough due diligence process takes 2-4 weeks. Title search (1 week), EC (3-5 days), RERA check (immediate), society verification (3-5 days), OC/plan verification (1 week).

Is it safe to buy without conveyance deed in Mumbai?

Technically possible but risky. Without conveyance, the builder still legally owns the land. Push for conveyance completion through the society or consult a property lawyer.

For a personalised due diligence assessment, book a consultation. Use our RERA Verification Tool to start your check.