Maharashtra Launches Digital Portal for Deemed Conveyance Applications by Housing Societies
The Maharashtra government has launched the PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal, enabling housing societies to apply for deemed conveyance online. This move aims to streamline the process and increase transparency.
MaharashtraHousing SocietiesDeemed ConveyancePratyay MahabhumiEgovernanceReal Estate MaharashtraMay 25, 2025
The move is expected to benefit over 70,000 housing societies across the state that are eligible but have yet to secure deemed conveyance — the legal transfer of land ownership from builder to society. Of Maharashtra’s 1.25 lakh registered cooperative housing societies, more than 78,000 are still without this essential ownership document.
Streamlined Process, No More Office Visits
“The entire deemed conveyance process — right from application submission to final certification — can now be done online,” said an official from the cooperation department. “This eliminates the need for society representatives to make repeated visits to the deputy registrar’s office.”
The PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal is part of the state’s broader plan to integrate digital platforms into legal and bureaucratic procedures, thereby increasing efficiency and transparency.
Six-Month Deadline for Completion
Under the new system, authorities are required to complete the conveyance process within six months of receiving an application. While document verification and certificate issuance will be conducted digitally, in-person hearings may still be conducted where deemed necessary.
“This initiative is aimed at reducing the burden on citizens as well as officials. The PRATYAY platform — which stands for Paperless Revision and Appeal in Transparent Way — is designed to make quasi-judicial proceedings faster and more accessible,” said Deepak Taware, state cooperation commissioner and registrar. “It’s a landmark change for cooperative societies across Maharashtra.”
No More Offline Applications
From now on, only online applications will be accepted for deemed conveyance. To facilitate the transition, the department has begun training sessions for officials, deputy registrars, and legal advisors across districts.
“This digital shift will empower societies with faster resolution and greater transparency,” said Kiran Sonawane, deputy registrar at the department’s headquarters. “We expect the new platform to reduce paperwork and bring consistency to the conveyance process.”
The PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal was inaugurated earlier this week by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, underscoring the state’s commitment to governance reform through digital technology.
Background
Deemed conveyance allows cooperative housing societies to legally transfer land ownership from developers, enabling them to undertake redevelopment, repairs, or loan applications. The lack of conveyance has left many societies vulnerable and dependent on builders for land-related decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is deemed conveyance?
Deemed conveyance is the legal transfer of land ownership from developers to cooperative housing societies, allowing them to undertake redevelopment, repairs, or loan applications.
How does the PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal work?
The PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal enables housing societies to apply for deemed conveyance online, streamlining the process and reducing the need for in-person visits to the deputy registrar’s office.
What is the deadline for completing the conveyance process under the new system?
Under the new system, authorities are required to complete the conveyance process within six months of receiving an application.
Can in-person hearings still be conducted?
Yes, in-person hearings may still be conducted where deemed necessary, although most of the process will be handled digitally.
Who is eligible to apply for deemed conveyance through the portal?
Housing societies that are registered and eligible but have yet to secure deemed conveyance are eligible to apply through the PRATYAY MahaBhumi portal.
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