Why is Registration Mandatory?

• Legal ownership proof: — Registered deed is the strongest proof

• Prevents fraud: — Public record prevents duplicate sales

• Bank loans: — Banks require registered property documents for home loans

• Dispute resolution: — Registered documents have evidentiary value in court

Documents Required

• Original Sale Deed: (drafted by lawyer, printed on stamp paper)

• Identity proof: of buyer and seller ([Aadhaar](/guide/aadhaar-card-apply-online), PAN, Passport)

• Address proof: of both parties

• Property documents:

Step 1: Get Property Verified

• Verify title — Ensure seller has clear ownership

• Get Encumbrance Certificate (EC) — Check for pending loans or disputes

• Verify property tax is paid

• Check for any litigation on the property

Step 2: Draft the Sale Deed

• Names and addresses of buyer and seller

• Property description (survey number, area, boundaries)

• Sale consideration (price)

• Terms and conditions

Step 3: Calculate and Pay Stamp Duty

• e-Stamp:: Purchase from authorized vendors or State government portal

• Franking:: Get stamp paper franked at authorized bank

• Non-judicial stamp paper: (traditional method)

Step 4: Book Appointment Online

• UP:: igrsup.gov.in

• Maharashtra:: igrmaharashtra.gov.in

• Tamil Nadu:: tnreginet.gov.in

• Karnataka:: kaveri.karnataka.gov.in

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