Property registration is a legal process of recording the property transaction with the Jharkhand government. It establishes ownership rights and protects the buyer from future disputes. The registration is governed by the Indian Registration Act, 1908 and the Jharkhand Registration Rules.
Why is Property Registration Important?
- Legal ownership proof: The buyer becomes the legal owner only after registration.
- Prevents disputes: Registered documents act as legal proof in case of ownership disputes.
- Tax compliance: Property tax and stamp duty are collected during registration.
- Loan eligibility: A registered property is essential to avail of loans.
Section 25 of the Jharkhand Registration Act
section 25 of the Registration Act, 1908, all documents related to registration of deed as to be submitted with four months from the date of property registration to the concerned Registrar officer. In case of any violations on above, the payment along with the fine of 10 times the amount of property registration fee has to be remitted in such case of property registration.
Stamp Duty and Registration Charges in Jharkhand
| Type of Property | Stamp Duty | Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Male ownership | 4% of property value | 3% of property value |
| Female ownership | 3% of property value | 3% of property value |
| Joint ownership (Male + Female) | 3.5% of property value | 3% of property value |
| Joint ownership (Male + Male) | 4% of property value | 3% of property value |
| Joint ownership (Female + Female) | 3% of property value | 3% of property value |
Documents Required
- Identity proof like Aadhaar card/voter card/PAN card/passport/driving licence etc. of the parties.
- Assessment slip containing the market value and chargeability of stamp duty and registration fees.
- PAN card or duly filled form 60 together with identity proof and address proof of the parties.
- Principal documents when the present document is supplementary to such principal document(s).
- Passport size photographs of the parties.
- Particulars of stamp duty and registration fee payment.
- Permission from the competent authority in case of transfer of riot of any Scheduled Tribe person to a non-Schedule Tribe person.
Process of Property Registration in Jharkhand
1. Property Valuation
Calculate the property value based on the government’s circle rate or the market value, whichever is higher.
Determine the applicable stamp duty and registration fees.
2. Preparation of Sale Deed
Draft the Sale Deed or property agreement with all details (buyer, seller, property description, sale amount, etc.).
Get it printed on stamp paper of appropriate value.
Both parties should sign the deed in the presence of two witnesses.
3. Pay Stamp Duty and Registration Fees
Stamp duty can be paid online or offline through the Jharkhand Registration Department website.
Generate the payment receipt.
4. Book an Appointment
Visit the Jharkhand Registration Department portal: JharBhoomi
Book an appointment at the Sub-Registrar Office (SRO) for document submission.
5. Document Submission
Submit the following at the SRO office:
Sale Deed
Stamp duty and registration fee receipt
Identity and address proof
The sub-registrar will verify the documents.
6. Biometric Verification
Both parties need to provide fingerprint scans and photographs.
7. Registration and Issue of Registered Deed
After verification, the deed is registered, and a unique document number is generated.
Collect the registered Sale Deed.
FAQs
Calculate Stamp Duty on e-Nibandhan?
Step 1: To view the applicable stamp duties visit the stamp duty page of the e-Nibandhan web portal.
Step 2: Select your district and type of deed.
Step 3: Now, enter the details relevant to the deed and click on the “Add” button to calculate your stamp duty value.
Purpose of Property Registration?
- To provide a guarantee of the genuineness of the document.
- To afford publicity for transactions.
- To ensure the prevention of fraud, conservation of evidence, and transfer of title to the owner.
- To maintain an up-to-date public record by registering a property.
- To afford the facility of determining whether a property has already been sold and
- To provide security of title deeds and facility of proving titles in case the original deeds are lost or destroyed.