Aadhaar Mandatory for Property Transactions in UP, Karnataka from Feb 1, 2026

• Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka will mandate Aadhaar authentication for property buying and selling from February 1, 2026.
• Buyers, sellers, and witnesses must undergo Aadhaar biometric authentication during property registration.
• The new rule aims to curb property fraud, benami transactions, and registrations using fake identities or documents.
• This initiative is part of the central government's 'One Nation, One Registration' program for a uniform, digital, and secure system.
• Citizens will need to carry their Aadhaar card and be physically present for biometric verification during registration.

Why It Matters: Aadhaar authentication becomes mandatory for property deals in UP, Karnataka to enhance security and transparency.