What is the difference between digitised and signed land records, and which one do banks accept?

Most state portals offer two kinds of copies. The free on-screen or downloadable copy is meant only for information, and it usually carries a clear note saying it is not valid for legal or official use. The digitally signed or certified copy carries a digital signature of the revenue authority and a unique verification number, and that is the one that banks, courts and government offices accept. The reason for two versions is that the free copy lets anyone check details quickly, while the signed copy is an authenticated document with legal value that can be verified online using its code. So for casual checking use the free copy, but for any loan, court case, scheme application or sale, get the digitally signed or certified copy, which carries a small fee. Confirm where and how to get the signed copy on your state portal or at the tehsil.