# Bengaluru Launches Online Plot Subdivision Service for Joint Property Owners New e-Aasthi 2.0 platform enables individual A-eKhata issuance for jointly held land plots. - **Source:** [mint - industry](https://www.livemint.com/rss/industry) - **Published:** 2026-10-21 - **Topic:** [Operations](https://brifing.si/c/operations) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/a6d2080c-44a7-4307-bc57-340a8d50af4c ## Digital Subdivision Launch The Greater Bengaluru Authority introduced a new online service on October 18 via the e-Aasthi 2.0 platform. This initiative allows joint property owners to divide their plots based on recorded ownership shares. It specifically targets properties currently held under a single A-eKhata, streamlining the process for various types of joint stakeholders. ## Eligibility and Scope This service is restricted to vacant plots and properties with buildings measuring up to 2,000 square meters. It explicitly excludes multi-storey flats or units from the subdivision process. For plots exceeding the 2,000 square meter threshold, owners must adhere to the standard subdivision procedures mandated by the local Town Planning Wing. ## Technical Requirements Each resulting subdivided plot must exceed 50 square meters and maintain at least six meters of road frontage. Owners are required to provide independent access to a public road, either directly or via an internal path. Applicants must also submit a formal plot subdivision sketch prepared by a registered professional architect. ## Ownership Flexibility The service enables individual owners to manage their specific share of the plot independently. This includes the legal rights to sell, gift, or mortgage their portion without requiring consent from other joint owners. Furthermore, it allows for the independent payment of property taxes and the ability to obtain separate building plan sanctions. ## Fee Structure Subdivision charges are calculated as a percentage of the property's guidance value. Residential plots are subject to a 0.2% fee, while industrial plots incur a 0.3% charge. Non-residential properties are taxed at 0.5%, with other categories set at 0.2%. These fees are payable online once the application receives official approval from authorities. ## Application Workflow To initiate the process, owners must log into the e-Aasthi 2.0 platform and select the subdivision or bifurcation option for their existing A-Khata. Users then enter joint owner details, upload the architect-certified sketch, and specify the subdivided plot area. The system provides a streamlined digital interface to manage these complex property records. ## Policy Context Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda noted that this service responds to long-standing citizen requests. The policy accommodates various ownership structures, including siblings, heirs, and non-family joint owners. By digitizing this workflow, the government aims to reduce administrative friction for property holders who previously faced significant hurdles in separating their land titles. ## Operational Impact This transition to digital subdivision marks a significant shift in urban land management for Bengaluru. By enabling independent A-eKhatas, the authority simplifies legal and financial autonomy for property owners. Future users should monitor the e-Aasthi 2.0 platform for updates or contact the dedicated helpline if they encounter specific issues during their application. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.livemint.com/industry/real-estate/bengalurus-gba-launches-plot-subdivision-service-for-jointly-owned-properties-how-to-obtain-separate-a-ekhatas-online-11792557256111.html — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._