By Jaiprime Research Desk · Reviewed by Rishabh GargUpdated Generally, yes, if you are an Indian citizen resident in India. Rajasthan does not restrict agricultural land to farmers or state residents, but ceiling limits apply, and land held by SC/ST khatedars cannot be transferred to people outside those communities. NRIs, OCIs and foreign nationals cannot buy agricultural land.
| Buyer | Can buy agricultural land in Rajasthan? |
|---|---|
| Resident Indian citizen (any state) | Generally yes, within ceiling limits |
| Resident Indian buying SC/ST khatedar’s land | No, unless from the same protected community |
| NRI / OCI | No (can inherit) |
| Foreign national | No |
| Company | Restricted; take legal advice |
Rajasthan’s ceiling law limits how much agricultural land a holder can own. Most farmhouse buyers are far below it, but large investors should check.
Land held by Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe khatedars is protected from transfer to buyers outside those communities. The jamabandi shows the khatedar; ask before you negotiate.
Owning agricultural land does not let you build on it. A farmhouse or house needs 90-A conversion. See can I build a farmhouse on agricultural land?
No. Rajasthan does not require buyers to be agriculturists, though other limits apply.
No. NRIs and OCIs cannot buy agricultural land, plantation property or farmhouses, but can inherit them.
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