What is RERA and Why Does It Matter?
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 — commonly known as RERA — is India's landmark legislation designed to protect home buyers. Every residential or commercial project with more than 8 units or 500 sq.m. of land must be registered with the state RERA authority before advertising or selling.
Buying a RERA-registered property ensures the developer cannot deviate from the approved plan, must maintain a separate escrow account for project funds, and is legally bound to deliver possession on time.
How to Check RERA Status in Karnataka
Step 1: Visit the K-RERA Portal
Go to the official Karnataka RERA website at rera.karnataka.gov.in. This is the only authoritative source for RERA verification in Karnataka.
Step 2: Search by Project or RERA Number
Click on "Registered Projects" and search using either the project name, developer name, or the RERA registration number (format: PRM/KA/RERA/1251/xxx/xxx/xxxxx).
Step 3: Verify the Details
Check the registration validity date, approved carpet area, number of units, and possession timeline. Compare these with what the developer has promised you.
Step 4: Check for Complaints
The K-RERA portal also shows any complaints filed against a project or developer. Check the "Complaints" section for any red flags.
Red Flags to Watch For
Be cautious if: the developer cannot provide a RERA number, the RERA registration has expired, the approved plan differs from what's being marketed, or the developer asks for payments to a non-escrow personal account.
How Proplisto Helps
Every property listed on Proplisto includes its RERA registration number on the property detail page. We verify developer credentials and display RERA status prominently — so you can browse with confidence. All 100+ developers on our platform are background-checked and verified.
