How to Check HMDA Layout Approval Online in Hyderabad

I am writing this article with all my heart. I come from a family that is in the real estate business.

I have been observing property deals since childhood. And I have 6 years of experience and expertise.

I want to tell you that there are many people in Hyderabad who lose money after buying a plot.

Do you know why they lose money because they buy without verification? They do not know how to check HMDA Layout Approval Online in Hyderabad. So don’t worry, I will show you step by step.

I’ve seen many people lose lakhs of rupees because they bought plots without checking if they were HMDA-approved.

That’s why I decided to write this simple and practical guide — so that you, as a buyer, can easily check if your plot or layout is genuine and safe.

By the end of this article, you’ll know:

• What HMDA means
• How to check layout approval online step-by-step
• How to identify fake approvals
• Why LP numbers are important
• How to cross-check using government websites

Even if you’ve never bought land before, don’t worry — I’ll explain everything in very simple words.

What Is HMDA Layout Approval?

HMDA stands for Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority.

It is the government body that plans, approves, and regulates real estate development in the Hyderabad region.

Whenever a developer or builder creates a new venture (layout of plots) inside Hyderabad or surrounding mandals (like Tukkuguda, Maheshwaram, Shamshabad, etc.), they must get HMDA approval before selling.

I think you know that HMDA is a government department that looks after how Hyderabad grows.

And whenever a builder or developer wants to start a new layout or venture. For example, dividing land into plots in areas such as Tukkuguda, Maheshwaram, or Shamshabad. They must first get permission from HMDA.

Basically, approval means, government needs to verify whether the property is valid or not. If not valid, the government does not approve to sale of the plot. 

When HMDA checks a layout, it verifies:

• Land ownership documents
• Road and drainage planning
• Open space (parks)
• Water and electricity access
• Proper layout design

If the property is correct, HMDA gives an LP Number (Layout Permission Number).

Why HMDA Layout Approval Is Important

I must say that, in Hyderabad, you’ll find thousands of ventures on OLX or banners showing “HMDA approved,” but not all are real.

Please, I request you before buying any plots, you must check if HMDA is approved or not.

Let’s see why it’s important to check:

1. Legal Protection

Only HMDA-approved plots are legally valid. If the layout is fake, the government can cancel registration in the future.

2. Bank Loan Eligibility

Do you know that Banks like SBI, HDFC, and ICICI approve loans only for HMDA layouts?

3. Higher Property Value

If you take HMDA-provided land, those properties increase value faster than village or Gramakantam lands.

4. Peace of Mind

When you buy in an HMDA layout, you know the land has been verified for roads, parks, and legal documents.

5. No Future Problems

No one can claim “land dispute” or “illegal venture” later if it’s properly approved.

What Is an LP Number (Layout Permission Number)?

As you know, every HMDA-approved layout has a unique code called an LP number.

It looks like this: 45/LO/Plg/HMDA/2025

Let’s break it down:

• 45 → Serial number of the layout
• LO/Plg → Layout Office, Planning Department
• HMDA → Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority
• 2025 → Year of approval

When you find an LP number in a brochure, please you can verify it online using the HMDA website. Do not trust only words.

Step-by-Step: How to Check HMDA Layout Approval Online

Here’s how you can verify any layout’s HMDA approval yourself in just a few minutes — no agent needed.

Step 1: You can go to the Official HMDA Website

You should open this website

👉 https://hmda.gov.in

This is the main official website of HMDA. 

Step 2: Click on “Online Services”

On the top menu bar, you can see the “Online Services”.

You should  → Click “Layout Permissions.”

Step 3: Choose the Correct District and Mandal

You can easily get the list like below:

• District (e.g., Rangareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri)
• Mandal (e.g,. Tukkuguda, Maheshwaram)
• Select the area where your layout is located.
• Then click “Search.”

Step 4: See the List of Approved Layouts

You can easily get the information once you click. 

• LP Number
• Layout Name
• Village Name
• Developer Name
• Extent (in Acres)
• Status (Approved/Final)

You can easily get all the information, like the LP number.

If your layout name and LP number are in this list → ✅ It’s approved by HMDA.

If not found → ❌ It’s not approved (be careful before buying).

Step 5: Open the Layout Report

You can click on the LP number — a layout report PDF will open.

You’ll see:

• Approval Date
• Layout Map
• Survey Numbers
• Open Space details
• Roads, Drainage plan
• Download this PDF and keep it for your records.

Step 6: Cross-Check LP Number

Now, double-check that the LP number in the PDF matches the LP number shown in the developer’s brochure.

If there’s any difference, it might be a fake copy.

Example: Real HMDA Layout Verification

Let’s say a developer says:

“HMDA Approved Layout – LP No: 07/LO/PLG/HMDA/2019 at Taramatipet Village.”

Now you can:

Go to HMDA Layout Search

Select Rangareddy District → Ghatkesar Mandal → Taramatipet

You’ll see that LP number with the developer name

✅ This means it’s genuine.

If the LP number doesn’t appear → ❌ Don’t believe the developer.

How to Spot Fake “HMDA Approved” Claims

Many ads show “HMDA Approved Layout” banners, but inside, the land is not approved. Here’s how to identify fake ones.

• LP number is not displayed on fake plots; even if it is displayed, it is a fake LP number, so check the website.
• LP number may be mismatched, such as a year invalid.

What If Layout Is DTCP Approved (Outside Hyderabad)?

HMDA works only for the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region.

Basically, land is outside of the city, for example, like Shadnagar Sangareddy, or Narsapur. So, it is under DTCP.

✅ DTCP = Directorate of Town and Country Planning.

You can check easily on this website

👉 https://dtcp.telangana.gov.in/

You can follow these steps 

• Select district
• Click “Approved Layouts”
• You can search by layout name or LP number
• If not listed there → ❌ You should not trust.

What to Do After Checking HMDA Approval

As you know, these are very important steps. Once you confirm layout approval, don’t stop here.

You should also verify:

• You should check ownership in the Dharani portal to check who owns the land.
• You must check the Encumbrance Certificate (EC) to see if the land has any loans or disputes.
• You can check RERA Telangana for big projects with multiple plots
• This combination makes your property 100% safe.

Real-Life Example from My Experience

A few years ago, a family friend bought land near Shabaad.

Do you do that? What the developer said, they said “HMDA approved,” but they didn’t check online.

Later, they found it was Gramakantam land, not in the HMDA list.

Result: registration was canceled, and they lost ₹4 lakhs.

I’ve done many plot verifications in Hyderabad for my clients. I learned plot verification from my family business. And now I’m helping people.

That’s why I started TrulyAcres.com to help people.

Final Words

I have seen many cases where lots of people blindly trust developers. You know that checking HMDA Layout Approval is the first and most important step before buying land in Hyderabad.

• Never trust anyone blindly — even if they say “HMDA approved.”
• Always check the layout and LP number yourself on the official HMDA website.

When you verify properly, you protect your hard-earned money and secure your family’s future.

💬 Written by Shaik Iqbal, So I have 6+ of Hyderabad Real Estate Consultant experience.