How to Get Property Fard Online in Pakistan
How to Get Property Fard Online in Pakistan
A Fard is an important land-record document used to show information about land and its recorded ownership. It is commonly needed for property verification, sale and purchase transactions, bank or loan matters, legal proceedings and other land-related purposes.
The process of obtaining a Fard online in Pakistan depends on where the property is located. Pakistan does not operate one single nationwide online Fard system. Provincial land-record authorities have developed their own digital services.
In Punjab, the Punjab Land Records Authority (PLRA) provides an official online Fard service. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has a digital e-Fard system operated by the Board of Revenue. Sindh provides online land-record searches through its Sindh Zameen portal. The availability and procedure in other areas can differ, so property owners should use the official authority responsible for their land.
This guide explains what a Fard is, how to apply for one online, what information may be required, how the process differs by province, what to do if the record cannot be found online, and how to verify the information before using the Fard for a property transaction.
What Is a Property Fard?
A Fard is an official land-record document containing information about a particular piece of land and the ownership or rights recorded in the relevant land-record system.
In Punjab, PLRA describes Fard as an official document providing information about land, including its area, location and ownership details. PLRA provides Fard through Arazi Record Centers as well as through its online system.
The exact information appearing on a Fard depends on the land-record system and the property involved.
A Fard may contain information such as:
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Owner's name
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Father's name or other identifying information
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Land area
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Khewat information
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Khatoni information
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Khasra information
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Village or mouza
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Tehsil
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District
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Ownership or rights information
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Relevant land-record entries
A Fard should not automatically be treated as the same document as a registered sale deed or registry. These documents can serve different purposes and may need to be checked together during a property transaction.
Can You Get a Fard Online in Pakistan?
Yes, online Fard or digital land-record services are available in several parts of Pakistan.
However, the procedure depends on the location of the property.
For example, Punjab's official PLRA website currently provides a "Get a Fard" service and an online Fard portal. PLRA also provides Fard services through Arazi Record Centers and authorized Arazi Moawin centers.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's official Digital Property Record Issuance System provides ownership searches, e-Fard requests, payment tracking and secure PDF download.
Sindh's Board of Revenue operates the Sindh Zameen portal, which provides digital land-record searches by name and CNIC along with property-register and other revenue-record services.
Information You Should Prepare Before Applying
Before starting an online Fard application, collect the available information about the property.
Depending on the province and service, useful information may include:
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Owner's full name
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Father's name
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CNIC number
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Mobile number
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Email address
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District
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Tehsil
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Village or mouza
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Khewat number
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Khatoni number
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Khasra number
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Survey number
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Existing Fard
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Registry information
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Mutation or Intiqal information
You may not need all of these details. The exact requirements are determined by the relevant land-record authority.
How to Get Fard Online in Punjab
Punjab currently has a dedicated digital land-record system operated by the Punjab Land Records Authority.
The official PLRA website provides a "Get a Fard" service, while its online Fard system allows users to access the digital land-record service.
Step 1: Visit the Official PLRA Website
Start with the Punjab Land Records Authority's official website.
Do not rely on an unofficial property website when applying for an official land-record document.
Step 2: Select the Fard Service
Find the "Get a Fard" or "Fard Online" service on the official PLRA platform.
Step 3: Provide the Required Information
Enter the personal and property information requested by the system.
PLRA identifies CNIC and property details such as Khewat, Khasra or registry information among the information that may be needed.
Step 4: Verify Your Ownership Information
The system will use the information you provide to locate the relevant land record.
Carefully check the returned information before continuing.
Step 5: Select the Correct Property Record
If more than one record appears, review the available information and select the property that matches your land documents.
Step 6: Complete the Required Payment
Where a fee applies, follow the official payment procedure provided by PLRA.
Do not send payment to an unofficial person or account simply because someone claims to be an agent.
Step 7: Complete Verification
If the system requires additional identity or ownership verification, complete the process according to the current PLRA instructions.
Step 8: Obtain the Fard
After the application and required verification are completed, obtain the Fard through the available official method.
PLRA currently provides digital access as well as physical Fard issuance through Arazi Record Centers.
Can You Get a Punjab Fard Without Visiting an Arazi Record Center?
Yes. PLRA currently provides an online Fard service.
PLRA also says that citizens can obtain a Fard from an Arazi Record Center and through authorized Arazi Moawin service centers.
This gives property owners more than one official route.
If the online process does not work or the required record is not available digitally, visiting the relevant service center may be necessary.
Punjab Fard Through the Punjab Zameen App
PLRA also provides the Punjab Zameen mobile application.
According to PLRA, the app supports land-record services including ownership verification, applying for a Fard and tracking mutation status.
Users should download or access the application through the official PLRA channels rather than unofficial copies.
How to Get an e-Fard in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has a separate digital land-record system operated by the Board of Revenue.
The official Digital Property Record Issuance System provides services for ownership searches and e-Fard requests. It also provides payment tracking and secure PDF download.
Create an Account
The official KP system instructs users to register by providing information such as:
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Name
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Father's name
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CNIC
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Mobile number
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Email address
Generate the Biometric Tracking ID
The KP system includes a biometric verification process and instructs users to generate a biometric tracking ID for NADRA verification.
Search the Ownership Record
The system searches the ownership record using information such as the registered name, father's name and CNIC.
Review the search results carefully and select the correct ownership record.
Generate the Payment Slip
The system provides for generation of a Payment Slip ID, or PSID.
The official KP system states that payment can be made through supported digital banking channels, ATMs, mobile banking applications and services including Easypaisa, JazzCash, UPaisa or internet banking.
Download the e-Fard
After the required application, verification and payment process is completed, the system provides for secure PDF access to the e-Fard.
How to Check Land Records in Sindh
Sindh uses a different digital system.
The Board of Revenue Sindh operates the official Sindh Zameen portal. It provides land-record searches by name and CNIC and includes services related to property registers, maps, microfilmed records and registries.
The portal states that millions of land-record entries have been digitized and made available for public searching.
Search by Name
The Sindh portal provides a name-based search facility.
The official search page requires a full name and captcha.
Search by CNIC
Sindh Zameen also provides a CNIC-based search facility.
The official page asks for the CNIC/NIC without dashes and a captcha.
Important Sindh Limitation
The Sindh portal clearly states that the online information is for public information and does not itself have legal validity. It advises users to visit the relevant Revenue Service Center to obtain official certified documents.
Therefore, an online search result should not automatically be treated as a substitute for a certified land-record document when one is required.
What About Balochistan?
Land-record digitization in Balochistan is being developed through the Board of Revenue's land-record computerization programme.
The availability of online land records can depend on the district, phase of digitization and type of record.
If you need a Fard or equivalent land-record document for property in Balochistan, check the current services offered by the Board of Revenue Balochistan and the relevant district revenue authority.
Do not assume that a property record is unavailable simply because it cannot be found through an online search.
What About Islamabad?
Islamabad has a different property-record structure from the provincial revenue systems.
Depending on the property, records may involve authorities such as the ICT Administration, Capital Development Authority or another relevant organization.
A person seeking a land or property document in Islamabad should first identify the authority responsible for that particular property.
The procedure for obtaining a registered document, property verification report or other property record may therefore differ from the Fard systems used in Punjab and KP.
Fard vs Registry
Many property buyers confuse Fard with registry.
They are not necessarily the same document.
A registry generally relates to the registered document through which a property transaction or transfer is recorded.
A Fard is a land-record extract showing information maintained in the relevant land-record system.
During property due diligence, both may be relevant.
For example, a buyer may want to compare:
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Fard
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Registry
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Mutation or Intiqal
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CNIC of the seller
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Property number
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Khasra number
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Khewat information
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Other applicable authority records
Fard vs Mutation
Mutation, commonly called Intiqal in Pakistan, is another important land-record concept.
A mutation records a change in rights or ownership in the applicable revenue record.
A Fard can show the land-record position, while mutation records can help establish how a change was recorded.
Therefore, a buyer should not assume that obtaining one document eliminates the need to check other relevant records.
How Much Does an Online Fard Cost?
There is no single Fard fee for the entire country.
The applicable charges depend on the province, authority, type of Fard and service channel.
For Punjab, PLRA states that Fard charges depend on the purpose, such as Information Fard or Sale Fard, and that rates are fixed by PLRA. The official PLRA page currently gives a fee structure based on Khatoni/Khewat together with applicable PLRA service charges.
Because government fees can change, users should confirm the current fee on the official portal before making payment.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Fard Online?
Processing time depends on the province, service, verification requirements and whether the record is already available digitally.
Some online searches may provide information quickly, while an official Fard, certified copy or record requiring additional verification may take longer.
Do not rely on an unofficial website claiming a guaranteed processing time.
Can an Overseas Pakistani Get a Fard Online?
In some jurisdictions, yes.
Punjab's PLRA specifically states that it supports overseas Pakistanis with remote land services, including ownership verification and obtaining Fard.
The exact process depends on the property location and the service being requested.
An overseas Pakistani should always use the official authority and carefully follow its identity-verification requirements.
What If the Property Record Is Not Found Online?
Do not immediately assume that the property has no record.
There may be several reasons:
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The record has not been digitized.
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The property falls outside the current online coverage.
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The property is recorded under different information.
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The wrong district or tehsil was selected.
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The record is maintained by another authority.
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The database requires correction.
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The record is too old or requires office-based verification.
If you cannot find the property, contact the relevant government land-record authority or visit the appropriate service center.
How to Verify a Fard Before Buying Property
A Fard is an important document, but property buyers should not rely on one document alone.
Before purchasing property, compare the Fard with:
Seller's CNIC
Make sure the seller's identity corresponds with the recorded ownership information.
Registry
Compare the registered transaction document with the land record.
Mutation
Check relevant mutation or Intiqal records where applicable.
Property Identification
Compare the Khasra, Khewat, Khatoni, plot or survey information.
Land Area
Check whether the recorded area matches the documents and transaction being offered.
Development Authority or Housing Society
If the property is located in a housing scheme, additional records may be maintained by the relevant society or development authority.
Is an Online Fard Legally Sufficient?
The answer depends on the purpose and the document issued by the relevant authority.
An online search result is not necessarily the same as a certified official document.
This distinction is particularly important in Sindh, where the official portal expressly states that its public information does not have legal validity and advises users to obtain official certified documents from a Revenue Service Center.
Before using a Fard for court proceedings, a property transfer, bank financing or another formal purpose, confirm what form of document the relevant institution requires.
Common Mistakes When Getting a Fard Online
Using the Wrong Province's Portal
Always use the system responsible for the property.
Entering Incorrect Property Details
A small mistake in a Khasra, Khewat, survey number or other identifier can lead to the wrong record.
Relying Only on the Owner's Name
Names can be similar. Where available, use additional identifying information.
Confusing Fard With Registry
A Fard and registered deed can have different purposes.
Ignoring Mutation
Ownership changes may require examination of mutation or Intiqal records.
Paying Unofficial Agents
Use official payment channels and authorized service centers.
Assuming Every Record Is Online
Digitization is not complete or identical across all jurisdictions.
Treating an Online Search as a Certified Document
A public online search may not have the same status as an official certified document.
How to Keep Your Property Records Safe
After obtaining the Fard, keep a digital copy in a secure location.
It is also useful to maintain copies of:
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Registry
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Fard
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Mutation
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Sale deed
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Allotment letter
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Transfer letter
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Property tax records
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Relevant authority correspondence
Keep the original documents in a secure place and avoid handing over original documents to unknown persons.
Final Advice
Getting a property Fard online in Pakistan is increasingly convenient, but the process depends on the location of the property.
For Punjab, use the Punjab Land Records Authority's official online Fard service. For Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, use the Board of Revenue's Digital Property Record Issuance System. In Sindh, use the official Sindh Zameen portal for available digital land-record searches and follow the Board of Revenue's instructions when a certified record is required.
Before buying or transferring property, compare the Fard with the registry, mutation and other relevant records. If information conflicts, do not ignore the discrepancy. Contact the competent authority and, for significant transactions, consider obtaining independent legal verification.
Government portals and procedures can change, so always confirm the latest requirements, fees and verification method from the relevant official authority before submitting an application or making a payment.
Guide Information
Eligibility
Property owners, landowners and other persons who are legally entitled to obtain or verify land-record information can use the relevant official Fard or land-record service. Requirements differ by province and service. In some situations, an authorized representative may apply on behalf of the owner where the required authorization is accepted by the relevant authority.
Required Documents
Requirements vary by authority. Commonly requested information can include original CNIC or CNIC details, owner's name, father's name, mobile number, email address and property information such as Khewat, Khatoni, Khasra, survey number, registry details, district, tehsil and village or mouza. KP's digital system requires account information and includes biometric verification. Punjab's PLRA identifies CNIC and property details such as Khewat, Khasra or registry information for Fard services.
Fees
Fard fees vary by province, purpose, record type and service channel. In Punjab, PLRA states that Fard charges depend on the purpose, such as Information Fard or Sale Fard, with rates fixed by PLRA. Always check the current official fee schedule before payment.
Processing Time
Processing time varies according to the authority, type of Fard, digital availability of the record and verification requirements. Some online services can provide digital access after the required process, while records requiring additional verification may take longer.WHEN TO APPLY:Apply for a Fard whenever current land ownership or land-record information is required, especially before purchasing, selling, transferring, mortgaging or otherwise dealing with property.
Application Method
Apply through the official online land-record port
Validity Period
A Fard does not have one universal validity period for every purpose in Pakistan. The acceptable age
Step-by-Step Process
- Identify the province or territory where the property is located.
- Identify the government authority responsible for the land record.
- Collect the property owner's full name.
- Collect the owner's CNIC information if required.
- Note the owner's father's name where required.
- Collect the owner's registered mobile number if required.
- Collect the property district.
- Collect the property tehsil.
- Find the relevant village, mouza or revenue area.
- Collect the Khewat number where available.
- Collect the Khatoni number where available.
- Collect the Khasra number where available.
- Collect the survey number where applicable.
- Keep the existing registry available for reference.
- Keep previous Fard or mutation information available if available.
- Open the official land-record website for the property location.
- Avoid unofficial websites claiming to issue government Fard documents.
- Select the official Fard or land-record service.
- Create an online account if the authority requires one.
- Enter your personal information exactly as requested.
- Enter the property information carefully.
- Complete captcha or security verification if required.
- Complete biometric verification where the official system requires it.
- Search for the relevant ownership record.
- Review all search results carefully.
- Select the correct ownership record.
- Check the owner's name against the available documents.
- Check the property identifiers against the registry or other records.
- Check the recorded land area.
- Review the relevant ownership or rights information.
- Complete the official payment process where a fee is required.
- Save the payment receipt or PSID where applicable.
- Complete any additional verification requested by the authority.
- Submit the Fard request.
- Track the application through the official portal if tracking is available.
- Download the digital Fard where the system provides a PDF.
- Print the document if a physical copy is required.
- Check the Fard for spelling and property-record errors.
- Compare the Fard with the registry.
- Compare the Fard with the mutation or Intiqal where applicable.
- Check the seller's identity before a property transaction.
- Verify the property number, Khasra, Khewat or survey information.
- If the record cannot be found, check whether the property has been digitized.
- Contact the relevant official service center if the record remains unavailable.
- Obtain a certified copy if required for a court, bank or property transaction.
- Keep the Fard and supporting documents securely.
- Do not give original property documents to an unknown intermediary.
- Do not make a major property payment solely on the basis of an unverified online search.
- Resolve discrepancies with the relevant authority before completing a transaction.
- Confirm the latest official requirements before making another application or payment.
Official Information
Contact: Punjab Land Records Authority:
Frequently Asked Questions
A Fard is an official land-record document containing information about land and recorded ownership or rights.
Yes, online Fard or digital land-record services are available in several parts of Pakistan, but the process varies by province.
No. Different provinces and authorities operate their own digital land-record systems.
Use the official Punjab Land Records Authority online Fard service and follow the current application and verification procedure.
The official Punjab land-record system is operated by the Punjab Land Records Authority.
PLRA currently provides an online Fard service, although some circumstances may require an Arazi Record Center or other authorized service channel.
PLRA identifies CNIC and property details such as Khewat, Khasra or registry information among the information needed for Fard services.
PLRA states that its Punjab Zameen app supports applying for Fard and other land-record services.
PLRA states that its digital services support overseas Pakistanis with remote land-record services, including obtaining Fard.
Yes. The KP Board of Revenue operates an official Digital Property Record Issuance System for e-Fard requests.
The KP system requires account information including name, father's name, CNIC, mobile number and email, and includes biometric verification.
The official KP system includes biometric verification through a biometric tracking ID and NADRA verification.
Yes. The official KP system provides an ownership-record search using registered personal information.
The official KP system provides secure PDF download after the required process.
Yes. The Board of Revenue Sindh operates the Sindh Zameen digital land-record portal.
Yes. Sindh Zameen provides a CNIC-based search for available land records.
Yes. The official portal provides a name-based search facility.
Not necessarily. The Sindh portal states that its online information is for public information and has no legal validity, and advises users to obtain official certified documents from a Revenue Service Center when required.
No. Fard and registry are different types of property records and can serve different purposes.
No. Mutation or Intiqal records a change in rights in the applicable revenue record, while a Fard provides information from the land-record system.
It can be an important part of property verification, but buyers should also check the registry, mutation and other relevant records.
No. Digital coverage varies by province, district, property type and the extent of record computerization.
Contact the relevant land-record authority or service center because the record may not be digitized or may require a different search method.
Fees vary by province, purpose and service. Check the latest official fee schedule before payment.
Do not assume it is free. PLRA publishes applicable Fard charges and service charges, which should be checked before applying.
Processing time varies according to the authority, record availability and verification requirements.
It may be possible through an authorized representative where the relevant authority accepts the required authorization documents.
Some systems support name-based searches, but additional property or identity information may be required to obtain an official Fard.
Some digital systems use CNIC for identification or searching, but requirements vary by province.
Khewat is a land-record identifier used in relevant revenue records to identify ownership holdings.
Khasra is a land-record identifier used to identify a specific parcel or survey area in applicable revenue records.
Khatoni is a land-record identifier associated with landholding or cultivation records in relevant revenue systems.
Comparing both documents can help identify differences in ownership, property identification or transaction history.
Yes, where applicable, mutation or Intiqal should be considered as part of property due diligence.
Not necessarily. The legal status of an online search depends on the authority and the purpose for which the information is being used.
A Fard may be requested for financing or verification, but the bank determines the documents and form of verification it requires.
A Fard may be relevant in legal proceedings, but the court or legal adviser may require a certified document or additional records.
Compare it with official land records and other relevant property documents and use the issuing authority's verification mechanism where available.
Contact the relevant land-record authority and ask about the official record-correction procedure.
Some authorities provide remote or digital services for overseas Pakistanis, but the exact procedure depends on the jurisdiction.
An agent is not necessarily required where an official online service is available. If assistance is used, verify that the person or center is authorized.
Obtain the document through the official authority or an authorized service channel and use the authority's verification facilities where available.
Some digital systems provide downloadable electronic documents. KP's official e-Fard system specifically provides secure PDF download.
Verify the Fard, registry, mutation, seller identity and relevant development or housing-society records before making a major payment.
Not necessarily. Separate legal and court-record checks may be required to investigate disputes or litigation.
A Fard provides information from the relevant land-record system, but a complete property history may require registry, mutation and other records.
Access and authorization rules vary. Do not assume that another person's complete land record can be obtained without lawful authorization.
Use only the official government portal responsible for the property and follow its current identity, payment and verification procedures.