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

Detailed Legal Analysis

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 Kochi, you must apply to the municipal authority or the revenue officer having jurisdiction over the property for mutation of entries.

The Kerala High Court has held that mutation does not confer title but is a fiscal record for payment of property tax. Kerala Rent Control Act 1963 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.