The Government of Assam launched Mission Basundhara 3.0 as the third and most ambitious phase of its flagship land record modernization program. The mission was officially notified by the Revenue & Disaster Management Department on 15th October 2024 and became operational from 19th October 2024. The formal launch ceremony took place at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati, with Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma presiding over the event.
Building on the success of Mission Basundhara 1.0 (launched in 2021) and Mission Basundhara 2.0 (launched in 2022), the third edition introduces several new services, expanded eligibility criteria, and a fully digitized framework for land-related applications. The mission aims to provide land rights to indigenous communities, occupancy tenants, educational and religious institutions, and other eligible groups through a transparent, online process.
Mission Basundhara 3.0 – Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mission Name | Mission Basundhara 3.0 |
| Launch Date | 20th October 2024 (notified from 19th October 2024) |
| Launched By | Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma |
| Department | Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Govt of Assam |
| Application Mode | Online through Sewa Setu Portal |
| Official Portal | Sewa Setu Portal / Basundhara Dashboard |
| Helpline Number | 1800-345-3574 (Toll-Free) |
| Helpline Email | rtps-assam@assam.gov.in |
Complete List of Services under Mission Basundhara 3.0
The government notification dated 15th October 2024 lists the following services to be covered under Mission Basundhara 3.0. These services are delivered through the Sewa Setu Portal, with applications submitted entirely online.
| Sl No. | Service Name | Description / Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Review of Mission Basundhara 2.0 cases pending for clarification | Re‑examines applications that were stuck or kept pending under the previous phase due to missing information or objections. |
| 2 | Digitalised settlement of land to non‑individual juridical entities | Land patta / settlement rights for schools, colleges, namghars, temples, clubs, and other registered institutions. |
| 3 | Settlement of unsettled Bhoodan & Gramdan lands | Formal ownership rights to occupancy tenants living on donated Bhoodan/Gramdan land that was never officially settled. |
| 4 | Ownership rights to occupancy tenants in erstwhile rural lands / township | Converts long‑term occupancy tenancy into formal land ownership within notified township or rural areas. |
| 5 | Offering reclassification suits | Change land classification from agricultural to residential/commercial (or vice versa) as per actual use. |
| 6 | Annual Patta to Periodic Patta conversion (end‑to‑end digitalisation) | Upgrade your yearly renewable lease (Annual Patta) into a permanent, transferable Periodic Patta. |
| 7 | Limited conversion of tea grant land to Periodic Patta | One‑time facility for small tea growers to convert government tea grant land into a long‑term periodic patta. |
| 8 | Settlement of land under SVAMITVA NC (Non‑Cadastral) village survey | Provides conclusive land rights and property cards for residents of previously unsurveyed non‑cadastral villages. |
| 9 | Settlement of Khas & Ceiling Surplus Land | Allotment of vacant government land (Khas land) or surplus ceiling land to eligible landless families. |
| 10 | Settlement of Occupancy Tenant | Regularisation of tenancy rights for those who have been occupying a piece of land for a long period without formal title. |
| 11 | Settlement of special cultivators (tea, coffee, rubber) | Land settlement for small growers of tea, coffee, rubber and other plantation crops on government land (up to 30 bighas). |
| 12 | Hereditary land of Tribal Communities – settlement | Formal recognition and patta issuance for land traditionally held and inherited by ST/tribal families. |
| 13 | Transfer of Annual Patta from the original AP holder | Transfer of Annual Patta rights to legal heirs or authorised persons when the original allottee is deceased or unable to hold. |
| 14 | Regularisation of settlement of PGR / VGR land | Settlement rights for pasture land (PGR) or village grazing reserve (VGR) that has been under bonafide cultivation/use. |
| 15 | Online payment of Land Revenue (e‑Khajana) | Digital payment facility for land revenue / rent – avoids physical visits to treasury or circle office. |
| 16 | Mutation | Recording change of ownership in land records due to inheritance, sale, gift, or court decree. |
| 17 | Partition of undisputed cases & reclassification of agri‑land (<1 bigha) | Formal division of jointly held agricultural land among co‑owners (below 1 bigha) along with land‑type reclassification. |
Eligibility Criteria to Apply
| Sl No. | Eligible Category | Specific Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indigenous SC/ST applicants | Exempted from three-generation proof requirement. Relaxation of three-generation criteria for SC/ST/Tea Tribe/Ex-Tea Tribe/Adivasi/Gorkha communities. |
| 2 | Tea Tribe, Ex-Tea Tribe, Adivasi, Gorkha communities | Recognized as "sons of the soil"; three-generation ancestry requirement waived. |
| 3 | Refugees with valid certificates | Holders of refugee certificates with a date prior to 25th March 1971 are eligible. |
| 4 | Occupancy tenants (urban and rural areas) | Families living on erstwhile rural lands or town lands without formal ownership rights. |
| 5 | Educational, religious, socio-cultural institutions | Non-government institutions with 3+ years possession in rural areas (10+ years in urban areas) before 1st October 2021. |
| 6 | Bhoodan and Gramdan land holders | Occupancy tenants on Bhoodan/Gramdan lands seeking ownership rights. |
| 7 | Residents of non-cadastral villages | For SVAMITVA-based land settlement where surveys have been completed. |
| 8 | Moran and Matak communities | For settlement of hereditary land with three-generation possession, up to 50 bighas in rural areas. |
| 9 | Small tea, coffee, rubber cultivators | For regularization of grant land used for cultivation purposes. |
Documents Required for Mission Basundhara 3.0
Applicants need to upload scanned copies of the following documents while applying online. The specific documents required may vary depending on the service being availed.
| Sl No. | Document Name | Purpose / Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar Card | For identity verification and voluntary authentication. |
| 2 | Voter ID or other government-issued photo ID | Alternative identity proof. |
| 3 | Jamabandi copy / Patta documents | Existing land records (if applicable). |
| 4 | Land revenue receipt (Khazana) | Proof of up-to-date tax payment. |
| 5 | Caste certificate | For SC/ST/OBC/MOBC applicants claiming category-based benefits. |
| 6 | Refugee certificate | For applicants claiming eligibility under pre-1971 refugee category. |
| 7 | Rent receipts / Rayati Khatian copy | For occupancy tenants seeking ownership rights. |
| 8 | Affidavits and declaration forms | As required for specific services. |
| 9 | Certificate of legal heirs | If application is being made by legal heirs of original occupant. |
All documents should be scanned and uploaded in PDF or JPEG format. File sizes should be within the prescribed limits (usually 200 KB to 500 KB).
How to Apply for Mission Basundhara 3.0?
The entire application process is online through the Sewa Setu portal. Applicants do not need to visit revenue circle offices. Here is the complete step‑by‑step procedure:
- Go to the official Sewa Setu portal: Sewa Setu Portal (sewasetu.assam.gov.in)
- Click on the “Basundhara” services section or use the direct service group link.
- Select the exact service you need from the list of 17 services (e.g., mutation, patta conversion, settlement, etc.).
- Click “Apply Now” for your chosen service.
- Enter your mobile number and the captcha code shown on screen.
- An OTP will be sent to your mobile. Enter it to verify your identity.
- Fill in the online application form with your land details:
- Dag number / patta number
- District, circle, village
- Personal details as per Aadhaar card
- Upload the required documents (Aadhaar, jamabandi copy, land revenue receipt, caste/refugee certificate if applicable).
- Pay the applicable service fee online through the portal.
- Review all entered details carefully, then click “Submit”.
- Save the application reference number shown after successful submission. You will need it to track status, follow up, or file any grievance.
Note: No need to visit a circle office for submission. All steps are online. Keep scanned copies of your documents ready before starting.
Important Dates
| Service | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Initial MB 3.0 application window | 19th October 2024 | 31st December 2024 |
| Moran and Matak community settlement (Notification dated 20th November 2025) | 1st December 2025 | 31st January 2026 |
| Final application submission deadline (extended) | 20th October 2024 | 10th January 2025 |
| Deadline for disposal of Moran/Matak applications | 1st December 2025 | 31st July 2026 |
Important Links
| Sl No. | Link Description | Action / Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sewa Setu Portal (for applications) | Sewa Setu Portal |
| 2 | Basundhara Dashboard | Basundhara Dashboard |
| 3 | Revenue and Disaster Management Department | Revenue Department, Assam |
| 4 | Official MB 3.0 Notification (PDF) | Available on Sewa Setu portal under "Basundhara" section |
| 5 | Track Application Status | Track Status on Basundhara Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to check Orunodoi 3.0 beneficiary list 2026?
Go to orunodoi.assam.gov.in, click “Beneficiary List”, select your district and circle, then search by name or mobile number.
How to check land owner name in Assam?
Visit basundhara.assam.gov.in, go to “View Jamabandi”, enter district, circle, village, and dag/patta number to see owner details.
What is the helpline number for Mission Basundhara 3.0?
Call 1800-345-3574 – it is toll free for all Basundhara and land record queries.
How to check my Mission Basundhara application status?
Go to sewasetu.assam.gov.in, click “Track”, enter your application reference number, and click submit.
Who is eligible for relaxed land patta under Mission Basundhara 3.0?
Tea tribes, Adivasis, Gorkhas, SC/ST – need only pre-1971 refugee certificate or caste certificate; no 3-generation proof required.
