Property Registration Process in India (2025)

When you buy a house, land, or commercial property, registration is a legal step that makes you the rightful owner. The process is governed by the Registration Act, 1908 and is mandatory under Indian law.

✅ Steps in Property Registration

1. Agreement to Sell / Sale Deed Preparation

• Draft a Sale Deed or Agreement to Sell between buyer & seller.
• It should clearly mention property details, ownership, sale price, and terms.

2. Calculate Stamp Duty & Registration Fees

• Stamp Duty varies by state (usually 4% – 7% of property value).
• Registration Fee is generally 1% of the property value.
• Some states offer concessions for women buyers.

3. Payment of Stamp Duty

• Can be paid via e-stamping, franking, or stamp paper purchase.

4. Visit Sub-Registrar Office (SRO)

• Both buyer & seller (with two witnesses) must visit the Sub-Registrar Office in the property’s jurisdiction.
• Submit documents and biometric verification (fingerprint, photo, signature).

5. Submit Required Documents

• Original Sale Deed
• ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID) of buyer & seller
• Passport-size photographs
• Property Card / Patta / Khata certificate
• Latest Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
• Latest Property Tax Receipt
• Power of Attorney (if applicable)

6. Verification by Sub-Registrar

• The registrar verifies ownership, legal clearance, and payment of stamp duty.

7. Completion of Registration

• Once approved, the property is officially registered in the buyer’s name.
• The buyer receives a certified copy of the Sale Deed.

📌 After Registration

1. Apply for Mutation of Property at local municipal records.
2. Update Khata/Patta in your name.
3. Start paying property tax in your name.

⚡ Example (Andhra Pradesh / Tamil Nadu)

• Stamp Duty: Around 5%
• Registration Fee: 1%
• For a property worth ₹50 Lakhs → You’ll pay approx. ₹3 Lakhs in total charges (may vary by location).

🔎 Key Points to Remember

• Always check Encumbrance Certificate (EC) before purchase to ensure no legal disputes.
• Verify the seller’s ownership with Patta/Khata certificate.
• Use only government-approved stamp duty & registration portals for payment.
• Registration is mandatory – without it, the sale has no legal validity.

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