My father died and I want to mutate the property in my name in Kolkata, what is the procedure?

Mutation is the process of changing the ownership records of a property in the revenue or municipal records after transfer by death, sale, or gift. In Kolkata, you must apply to the municipal authority or the revenue officer having jurisdiction over the property for mutation of entries. The Calcutta High Court has held that mutation does not confer title but is a fiscal record for payment of property tax. West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 may prescribe the documents required for mutation, such as the death certificate, legal heir certificate, and affidavit. You must submit the application with the prescribed fee and supporting documents. The authority will issue a notice to interested parties and consider objections if any. Once mutation is effected, the property tax records will be updated in your name. You should obtain a mutation certificate as proof of the updated records.