New Property Division Law in Uttar Pradesh: Section 116 and One-Day Division (2025 Updates)

Dividing family property in Uttar Pradesh, like land or houses, often causes long fights among families. But the Yogi Adityanath government has made new rules to make this process easier, cheaper, and faster. In this blog, we’ll explain the latest 2025 rules, focusing on Section 116 of the Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006, and the idea of one-day property division. This information comes from official sources and recent news to give you clear and correct details. Let’s dive in!

What’s the Law Behind Property Division?

In Uttar Pradesh, dividing property (like land or homes) is mainly guided by the Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006. This law works for both village and city properties, but it’s mostly used for village land, like farmland. For family (ancestral) property, the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 (updated in 2005) also applies, giving equal rights to sons and daughters.

In 2025, the government made big changes to cut costs. Earlier, people had to pay 4-5% of the property’s value as fees, which could be lakhs of rupees. Now, it’s a fixed low amount, helping many families settle disputes quickly.

What’s New in 2025?

The Yogi government introduced updates in 2024-2025 to make property division simple and clear. Here are the main changes:

• Fixed Fees: For dividing family property, the total fee is now just 10,000 rupees (5,000 for stamp duty + 5,000 for registration). This was approved on September 2, 2025. Before, fees depended on property value, which was too expensive for many. Now, you can make a settlement or partition deed easily, whether in a village or city.

• Online Help: The UP Bhulekh website (upbhulekh.gov.in) lets you check land records like khatauni or khasra in real-time. In 2025, applying for division or name transfer online became easier, reducing paperwork.

• Village Land Rules: For village residential land, new rules allow direct division among heirs after the owner’s death. The “gharauni” (ownership certificate) now supports name transfers.

• Court Rulings: In 2025, the Allahabad High Court said that changing land use doesn’t count as division unless done under Section 116. Also, co-owners can change land use only after separating their share.

These changes help families avoid long court battles and settle divisions peacefully.

What is Section 116?

Section 116 of the Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006, deals with dividing land, especially joint family property like farmland. It makes sure all heirs get their fair share.

• What It Covers: This section is for farmland owned together. All heirs, including daughters (as per Hindu law), have equal rights.

• How It Works:

  • All family members apply to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) or tehsil court.

  • Officers visit the property, check it, and suggest a division plan.

  • If everyone agrees, the division is finalized. If not, it goes to a revenue court.

• 2025 Updates: Courts clarified that a preliminary division order isn’t final—you need a final order. They also pushed for faster handling of cases, especially if there’s a stay order.

This section prefers revenue offices over civil courts, saving time.

One-Day Division: Real or Not?

“One-day division” is a popular term for the fast process under the new rules. It’s possible, but with conditions:

• How It Happens: If all heirs agree and have all documents, you can apply, get the property checked, sign the deed, and register it in one day at the tehsil office. The fixed 10,000-rupee fee makes it affordable.

• Conditions: No disputes, clear land records on UP Bhulekh, and all family members present. In 2025, Sections 116 and 117 made this process quicker. If lots need to be drawn, it might take a bit longer, but agreed cases finish in 24 hours.

• Example: If siblings agree on division, they can go to the tehsil, apply, and finish everything the same day. Disputes may take 15-30 days or go to court.

This fast option was heavily promoted in 2025 to clear old disputes.

Step-by-Step Guide to Property Division

• Gather Documents: Family register, khatauni/khasra copy (from upbhulekh.gov.in), Aadhaar card, and property proof.

• Apply: Fill a form under Section 116 at the SDM or tehsil office. Fee: 10,000 rupees.

• Inspection and Agreement: Officers check the property and divide shares.

• Make Deed: Sign on stamp paper and register at igrsup.gov.in.

• Update Records: Update names on Bhulekh. Disputes go to court.

Note: For Muslims or Christians, different personal laws apply.

Benefits and Challenges

Benefits:

• Low cost (from lakhs to thousands).

• Saves time (one day for agreed cases).

• Easy online access (UP Bhulekh).

• Promotes family harmony and clears old disputes.

Challenges:

• Disputes cause delays.

• Risk of fake documents.

• The court challenges if the rules aren’t followed.

Conclusion: Tips and Next Steps

The 2025 property division law in Uttar Pradesh is a significant benefit for families, enabling fair and swift division under Section 116. If you’re planning to divide property, consult with a local lawyer or visit your local revenue office. Check official websites like igrsup.gov.in or bor.up.nic.in for details. Agreement is the key to success!

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