Rent Agreement Stamp Duty & Registration Calculator
Estimate state-wise e-stamp duty, registration fees, and legal costs for 11-month or multi-year rent agreements across major Indian states.
Maharashtra (Mumbai / Pune / Thane) Rules:
0.25% of Total Rent + Non-Refundable Deposit for tenure, or annual rent based on tenure formula.
Urban areas registration fee is ₹1,000; rural areas ₹500.
Total Estimated Government Duty
For 11-month agreement (Maharashtra (Mumbai / Pune / Thane))
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Stamp duty is a government tax levied on legal documents, including residential leave & license agreements. Each state government in India sets its own stamp duty percentage and registration fee structure under their respective Stamp Acts.
Frequently Asked Questions (Stamp Duty)
Why are rent agreements usually made for 11 months in India?
Under Section 17 of the Registration Act 1908, leases of immovable property for any term exceeding one year (12 months) require mandatory registration at the Sub-Registrar Office. Making an 11-month agreement avoids expensive mandatory registration fees in several states.
How is stamp duty calculated for Leave and License in Maharashtra?
In Maharashtra, stamp duty is calculated at 0.25% of total rent for the tenure plus non-refundable deposit. In addition, mandatory online registration fee is ₹1,000 for urban areas.
Is an un-registered 11-month agreement valid in court?
An 11-month agreement printed on valid e-stamp paper of appropriate denomination (e.g. ₹100 or ₹200) and signed by both parties is legally enforceable for tenancy proof, though notarization or registration adds stronger evidentiary value.
Abdulla Harris
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Abdulla Harris is an active property owner and rental operations specialist. He leads legal and compliance editorial at TenantsFlo, focusing on Indian Rent Control Acts, Model Tenancy Act 2021 implementations, state-level stamp duty guidelines, and automated landlord workflows.