Introducing Unified Cadastral System Model: Reforming & Modernizing Land Governance in Pakistan

The Specification Document for the Unified Cadastral System Model is now available on the PakistanGIS GeoNode Platform.

Developed and released by Survey of Pakistan, this document provides a standardized framework for reforming and modernizing the cadastral system of Pakistan. The sample model has been built within the ArcGIS environment.

What’s Inside?

  • Clear definitions of key cadastral components & layers
  • Guidelines for data collection, storage, sharing & maintenance
  • Metadata standards aligned with international best practices
  • Proposed workflows, stakeholder roles & responsibilities

Why It Matters?

  • Transparent & digitized land records
  • Reduced land disputes through boundary clarity
  • Stronger foundation for urban planning & infrastructure
  • Modernization of land governance with GIS integration

What You Can Do?

  • Read the Document — get familiar with its details
  • Share this Post — to raise awareness among surveyors, planners and academics
  • Contribute Your Feedback — your input can help refine implementation
  • Apply It in Your Work — mapping, planning, land administration & beyond

Access the full document here: http://geonode.pakistangis.org/documents/93

Together, let’s build a transparent, modern, and accessible cadastral system across Pakistan.