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How to Get
NA Order (Collector)
in Madhya Pradesh — Complete Guide 2026
NA Order Madhya Pradesh is the formal Collector or SDM order that converts agricultural land into non-agricultural use under the MP Land Revenue Code. The order, often called land diversion MP, is mandatory before any construction. This guide walks you through application, fees, and the 90-day buyer rule.
Also called
Land Diversion Order, Vyapavartan, NA Conversion Certificate
Issued by
District Collector or Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
Valid for
Permanent, subject to commencement of use within prescribed time
Cost
Premium based on market value plus revenue assessment under the 2014 rules
Time taken
30 to 90 days for clean, undisputed cases
Online portal
Collector office MP / district collectorate diversion module MP
note
confirm exact premium with the District Collector
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What is NA Order in Madhya Pradesh?
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Definition
NA Order is the formal sanction issued by the District Collector or SDM under Section 59 of the Madhya Pradesh Land Revenue Code, 1959, permitting conversion of agricultural land to a non-agricultural purpose. The order is governed by the 2011 Amendment Act and the 2014 diversion rules.
Land in MP defaults to agricultural classification. Even if you buy a plot near a city, even if the area looks like a township, the revenue record still treats it as farmland until a NA Order changes it. Build a house on unconverted land and you face penalty assessment, demolition risk, and a cloudy title that no bank will touch. The MP Land Revenue Code states this clearly. No construction without diversion. The order is what shifts the use entry on your Khasra from agricultural to residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed.
The non-agricultural conversion Madhya Pradesh process is also called Vyapavartan. The Collector assesses market value, calculates a premium based on the new use, and issues the order against payment. Areas covered by an approved master plan can apply online through the district collectorate portal. Other areas still need an offline file at the Collector office. Once the premium hits the treasury and the order issues, you receive a fee receipt that itself functions as the certificate of conversion. That receipt is what you submit to the municipal body for the building permit.
The 2015 Ordinance gives new buyers 90 days to intimate the District Collector in writing about their conversion intent. You then have one year to complete diversion and three years to start the proposed use. Miss any window and penalties bite.
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How to Get NA Order in Madhya Pradesh: Step-by-Step
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You can file the application online for master-plan areas through the district collectorate diversion portal, or offline at the Collector or SDM office. Keep the sale deed, latest Khasra, B1, ID proof, and a site plan ready before you start.
Online method (recommended)
Open district collectorate portal Visit your district collectorate website (for example, the Jabalpur or Bhopal collectorate page) and click Land Diversion
The portal handles areas covered under approved master plans.
Confirm the property falls within a master plan area before applying online. Outside master plans, the offline route is the only option.
Fill the application Enter Bhumiswami details, 7/12 or B1 extract, current Khasra, intended use (residential, commercial, industrial, mixed), and area in hectares
Upload supporting documents.
Pay the conversion premium The system calculates the premium based on guideline value and intended use
Premiums for residential dwelling houses under 100 square metres in non-urban areas are exempt under the 2014 rules. Pay online.
Download the fee receipt Once the District Collector approves the request, the fee receipt issues
This receipt is the certificate of conversion. Save the digital and printed copies.
Cross-check the receipt details against your sale deed before using it for any building permit application.
Offline method (Sub-Registrar Office)
Visit the Collector or SDM office Walk into the office covering the land
Carry the registered sale deed, B1, latest Khasra, ID proof, site plan, intended use note, and applicable NOCs.
Submit the diversion application Fill the prescribed application form for diversion
Attach supporting documents and submit at the counter. Collect the acknowledgement and case number.
Site inspection The Tehsildar or Naib Tehsildar visits the site, verifies physical possession, current land use, and compatibility with the master plan or zoning rules
Stay reachable for clarification.
Receive the NA Order After premium payment and approval, the Collector or SDM signs the diversion order
Collect the certified copy. Match every field against your sale deed and Khasra before accepting it.
Apply for mutation immediately after the NA Order so the revenue record reflects the new non-agricultural use.
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What Does NA Order Contain in Madhya Pradesh?
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Each line of the diversion order tells you something the building inspector and bank loan officer will check.
Field | What it means | What to check |
|---|---|---|
Order Number and Date | Unique Collector or SDM case ID | Must be present and verifiable in the collectorate record |
Khasra Number | Plot under conversion | Must match sale deed and B1 |
Bhumiswami Name | Current registered landholder | Must match the seller's ID and sale deed |
Original Use | Pre-diversion classification (agricultural) | Must match B1 and Girdawari entries |
New Use Permitted | Residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed | Must match your intended construction |
Area Diverted | Extent in hectares converted | Must match the proposed building footprint |
Premium Paid | Conversion fee deposited | Must be supported by the treasury receipt |
Conditions and Time Limits | Commencement window and use restrictions | Must be respected to avoid lapse of order |
A clean NA Order shows the correct Khasra, matching Bhumiswami name, the exact new use you applied for, premium paid in full, and a valid time limit for commencement under the 2014 diversion rules.
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Common Issues With NA Order in Madhya Pradesh
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Each line of the diversion order tells you something the building inspector and bank loan officer will check.
90-day intimation missed
The new buyer fails to inform the District Collector within 90 days of acquisition about diversion intent.
File the intimation immediately even if late, attach a written explanation, and pay any prescribed penalty before the file moves to assessment.
Construction started without diversion
The owner builds on agricultural land without an NA Order. Penalty assessment, demolition orders, and bank loan rejection follow.
Stop work immediately. Apply for regularisation through the Collector. Pay back-dated premium and penalty. Build only after the order issues.
Land falls outside master plan
The plot is outside any approved master plan area. The online route is unavailable.
File offline at the Collector or SDM office with a complete document set. Expect a longer timeline and a possible Town and Country Planning concurrence.
Diversion not commenced within deadline
The owner gets the NA Order but does not commence the proposed use within three years. The order can lapse, voiding the conversion.
Apply for an extension before the deadline expires. Document the reason for delay. If lapsed, reapply from scratch with fresh premium.
Wrong intended use selected
Owner applies for residential conversion, then tries to build commercial. The NA Order does not cover the new use.
File a fresh application for change of non-agricultural use under Section 59A. Pay the differential premium before changing the construction plan.
Mismatch between order and revenue record
The NA Order issues but the B1 and Khasra still show the land as agricultural due to mutation lag.
File a written request at the Tehsildar's office to push the mutation update, then pull a fresh B1 from MP Bhulekh before any onward sale.
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Why NA Order Matters for Land Buyers in Madhya Pradesh
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This single order decides whether your construction is legal or illegal.
Confirms legal change of land use The NA Order is the only document that legally changes the use entry from agricultural to non-agricultural
Without it, every subsequent permission, mutation, and building approval is built on quicksand.
Mandatory before construction The warning is unconditional
No building permit, no completion certificate, no occupancy certificate issues for a structure on unconverted agricultural land. Banks will not lend on it. Buyers will refuse it.
Banks need it for construction loans Every PSU and private bank in MP demands a certified NA Order along with the sale deed and Bhu Abhilekh before sanctioning any construction loan or builder finance against the property
Banks need it for construction loans Every PSU and private bank in MP demands a certified NA Order along with the sale deed and Bhu Abhilekh before sanctioning any construction loan or builder finance against the property
Madhya Pradesh-specific: 90-day buyer rule and 2014 premium structure The 2015 Ceiling Ordinance gives buyers a 90-day intimation window
The 2014 diversion rules set the premium structure based on use and market value. Both deadlines and premium slabs are unique to MP.
If the seller markets agricultural land as a "ready-to-build plot," promises diversion will happen later, or refuses to share existing NA Order paperwork, walk away. Honest sellers in MP either complete diversion themselves or price the premium into the deal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for NA Order in Madhya Pradesh?
How do I apply for NA Order in Madhya Pradesh?
For master-plan areas, apply online through the district collectorate diversion portal. Outside master-plan areas, submit a written application at the Collector or SDM office with sale deed, B1, Khasra, and supporting documents.
What is the 90-day rule for new buyers in MP?
What is the 90-day rule for new buyers in MP?
The 2015 Ceiling Ordinance requires a buyer to inform the District Collector in writing within 90 days of acquisition of the intent to convert the land for non-agricultural purposes. Missing this attracts penalty assessment.
How long does NA conversion take in MP?
How long does NA conversion take in MP?
Clean, undisputed cases under the master plan route typically clear within 30 to 90 days. Offline files in non-planning areas take longer because they require site inspection, planning concurrence, and physical premium deposit.
How much is the NA conversion fee in Madhya Pradesh?
How much is the NA conversion fee in Madhya Pradesh?
The premium is calculated under the 2014 diversion rules based on guideline value, intended use, and area. Residential dwelling houses under 100 square metres in non-urban areas are exempt.
Is NA Order mandatory before construction in MP?
Is NA Order mandatory before construction in MP?
Yes. Section 59 of the MP Land Revenue Code prohibits non-agricultural use of land without prior diversion. Building without an NA Order invites penalty assessment, demolition risk, and rejection of bank loans and occupancy certificates.
Can NA Order be done online in MP?
Can NA Order be done online in MP?
Online diversion is allowed only for plots covered under an approved master plan. The application is filed through the district collectorate portal with online premium payment. Land outside master plans still requires an offline Collector office file.
What documents are needed for NA conversion in MP?
What documents are needed for NA conversion in MP?
You need the registered sale deed, latest B1 and Khasra extract, ID proof, site plan with proposed use, applicable NOCs from utility and planning departments, and recent property tax receipts before filing the diversion application.
What happens if I do not commence use after NA Order in MP?
What happens if I do not commence use after NA Order in MP?
The MP Land Revenue Code requires you to start the proposed non-agricultural use within three years of the NA Order. If you fail, the conversion can lapse and you may need to reapply with fresh premium and documents.
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