The Future Of Property Transfers Under The Transfer Of Property Act Of 1882: E-Conveyancing And Blockchain
- IJLLR Journal
- Jul 29
- 1 min read
Gargi Bose, Assistant Professor, School of Legal Studies, REVA University, Bangalore
ABSTRACT
The Transfer of Property Act, 1882, which governs the majority of India's property transfers, has long been linked to inefficiencies, delays, and a lack of transparency. E-conveyancing, or the practice of carrying out and registering real estate transactions online, presents a viable substitute in a time of digital revolution. As a possible future model for real estate transactions in India, this study investigates the intersection of blockchain technology with e-conveyancing. With an emphasis on sectors including the sale, mortgage, lease, and gift of immovable property, it examines how well these changes mesh with the TPA's current rules.
The study assesses the potential of blockchain's decentralized, impenetrable ledger to protect land records, reduce fraud, and use smart contracts to automate ownership transfers. The legal challenges associated with putting such technologies into practice are also critically examined, including concerns about jurisdiction, data privacy, electronic signatures, and the admissibility of digital recordings under Indian evidence law. The study compares international models, such as Sweden's blockchain registry and the UK's Digital Street, to find best practices that India may use. In the end, the study promotes legislative and regulatory changes to bring India's property law system up to date with digital advancements, guaranteeing increased effectiveness, accessibility, and legal certainty.
Keywords: Transfer of Property Act, E-Conveyancing, Blockchain, Smart Contracts, Digital Land Records, Property Law, Legal Tech, Real Estate Transactions, Indian Registration Act, Property Transfer Reform.
