Sale Agreement
Secure a property deal before the final sale deed.
Documentation
Sale Deed Drafting and Registration
Buying or selling property? Sale deed registration with a deed drafted by property lawyers, stamp duty worked out and support at the sub-registrar office.
- Draft in 2–3 working days; registration as per sub-registrar appointment
- Drafted by property lawyers
- Stamp duty calculation
- Registration support
What is a sale deed?
A sale deed (conveyance deed) is the document that actually transfers ownership of immovable property from seller to buyer. It must be stamped and registered at the sub-registrar office with jurisdiction over the property. Until it is registered, the buyer does not get legal title. It usually follows a sale agreement that records the price and conditions.
What a sale deed covers
- Description of the property, boundaries and measurements
- Sale consideration and how it was paid
- Chain of title and the seller’s assurance of clear title
- Possession, handover of documents and indemnity
- Encumbrances, taxes and dues settled up to the sale date
Costs and tax points
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Stamp duty | Varies by state – often 5–7% of the market or agreed value, with concessions for women in some states |
| Registration fee | Usually about 1%, subject to state caps |
| TDS | The buyer deducts 1% TDS when the consideration is ₹50 lakh or more |
On the day of registration
- Appointment – a slot is booked at the sub-registrar's office, often online.
- Stamp duty and fees – e-stamp paper is bought, and the registration fee paid.
- Presentation – the buyer, seller and two witnesses appear with original IDs and the deed.
- Verification – photographs and, in many states, biometrics are taken, and the sub-registrar checks the documents.
- Registration – the deed is registered and returned, or made available as a certified copy.
After registration
- Apply for mutation or khata transfer so the property records show the buyer as owner.
- Transfer the property tax, electricity and water connections to the buyer's name.
- For flats, complete the society transfer and update the share certificate.
- If there is a home loan, the lender usually keeps the original sale deed until the loan is repaid.
Don't under-value the property
Every state publishes a guideline or circle value for property. Stamp duty is payable on the higher of the agreed price and this value. For income tax, if the agreed price is lower than the stamp duty value by more than 10%, the seller's capital gains are worked out on the stamp duty value and the buyer may be taxed on the difference. Recording the real price, supported by a valuation where needed, avoids both problems.
Our service
Our property lawyers draft the sale deed, calculate stamp duty, prepare the documents for the sub-registrar and guide both parties through registration. Before you pay, protect yourself with a property title verification.
Documents required for Sale Deed
After you purchase, log in to My Account → My Services and upload each document below. Scanned copies or clear phone photos (PDF, JPG or PNG) are fine. Your files are stored privately and seen only by your assigned expert.
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Title documents of the seller Previous sale deed and chain of title Required
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Encumbrance certificate For at least the last 13–30 years, as available Required
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Property tax receipts and khata / mutation records Latest receipts Required
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ID proof, PAN and photos of buyer and seller PAN is needed for property transactions above ₹10 lakh Required
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Sale agreement If one was signed earlier If applicable
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Society or builder NOC and occupancy certificate For flats, where applicable If applicable
Sale Deed process with Nevo Legal
Documents
Title papers and party details shared.
Drafting
Sale deed drafted and reviewed with you.
Stamp duty
Duty worked out and e-stamping arranged.
Registration
Appointment booked and parties guided at the sub-registrar.
What you get
- Drafted sale deed
- Stamp duty and registration fee working
- Registration checklist and support
Sale Deed – frequently asked questions
Is registration of a sale deed compulsory?
Yes. A sale of immovable property must be by a registered sale deed to transfer ownership.
Who pays stamp duty on a sale deed?
Usually the buyer, unless the parties agree otherwise.
Do both buyer and seller need to be present?
Yes, along with two witnesses, unless someone appears through a registered power of attorney.
What is the circle rate or guideline value?
The minimum value of property in an area fixed by the state government. Stamp duty is charged on the higher of this value and the agreed price.
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