Stamp duty example (Telangana)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly rent | ₹18,000 |
| Lease period | 11 months |
| Advance or deposit | ₹50,000 |
| Total consideration (18,000 × 11 + 50,000) | ₹2,48,000 |
| Stamp duty at about 0.4% | about ₹992 |
This is an example. We work out the figure for your rent, period and deposit, and confirm the current Telangana rate before you pay. Registration, where needed or chosen, carries a separate registration fee.
What a good Hyderabad rent agreement covers
- Names, addresses and PAN of landlord and tenant, and the property address with floor and flat number
- Rent, due date, yearly increase and the deposit amount with refund terms
- Lock-in period and notice period for both sides
- Maintenance charges, water, electricity and association dues: who pays what
- Repairs, painting and handover condition, with an inventory of fittings
- Permitted use, subletting, and what happens on non-payment or early exit
- For high rents, a note on TDS: the person paying rent may have to deduct tax
How it works
Send the basics on WhatsApp
Rent, deposit, period, and landlord and tenant details.
We draft and calculate stamp duty
You see the agreement and the stamp duty amount before paying.
E-stamp and signing
We arrange the e-stamp. Both sides sign and keep a copy.
Registration, if chosen
For 12 months or more, or if you want it registered, we guide the registration.
For landlords: tax on rent
Rent is income. Landlords report it in their return, and home-loan interest and a standard deduction can reduce the tax. See ITR filing in Hyderabad. A commercial tenant paying GST on rent also matters; see GST registration in Hyderabad.
Frequently asked questions
What is the stamp duty on a rent agreement in Hyderabad?
In Telangana it is generally worked out at about 0.4% of the total consideration, meaning the rent for the whole lease period plus any advance or deposit. We calculate the exact figure for your agreement and confirm the current rate before you pay.
Is registration compulsory for an 11-month agreement?
Registration is not compulsory for leases of 11 months or less, so many Hyderabad agreements are only stamped. Leases of 12 months or more need to be registered.
Is stamp paper or e-stamp better?
E-stamp is widely used and can be verified online. Stamp duty must be paid before or when the agreement is signed, because an unstamped agreement may not be accepted as proof.
Who pays the stamp duty, landlord or tenant?
The agreement decides it. In practice the cost is often shared or paid by the tenant. We write it clearly in the agreement.
Can I use the same agreement for a shop or office?
A commercial lease has different clauses, such as GST on rent, permitted use and lock-in. Tell us it is a shop or office and we draft it accordingly.