Sale Deed in the State of Himachal Pradesh

 

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What is a Sale Deed?

 


A Sale Deed is a legal document that acts as proof of the sale and transfer of ownership of land/property from the seller to the buyer. Registration of the Sale Deed is mandatory under Section 17 of the Registration Act, 1908.

 

 

 

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Steps for Sale Deed Registration in Himachal Pradesh

 

 

  1. Drafting the Sale Deed:

     

    • Prepared by a qualified advocate.

    • Must clearly mention parties’ details, property description, consideration amount, terms and conditions.

     

  2. Stamp Duty and Registration Charges:

     

    • Sale Deed must be printed on stamp paper of the required value.

    • In Himachal Pradesh, the stamp duty typically is 5% of the sale consideration for men and 4% for women (concessions may apply).

    • Registration fee is usually 1% of the property value.

     

  3. Payment of Stamp Duty:

     

    • Paid either by purchasing stamp papers or through e-stamping via the Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) or the state government portal.

     

  4. Visit to the Sub-Registrar’s Office:

     

    • Both parties (buyer and seller) must appear at the jurisdictional Sub-Registrar Office.

    • Need to carry all required documents (listed below).

    • The Sale Deed is then registered after verification.

     

  5. Receiving the Registered Deed:

     

    • After registration, a certified copy of the Sale Deed can be obtained.

    • The original deed is handed back after the process (sometimes after a few days depending on office workload).

     

 

 

 

 

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Documents Required

 

 

  • Drafted Sale Deed (original + 2 copies)

  • Identity Proof of both parties (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport)

  • Passport size photographs

  • Latest Land Revenue Records (Jamabandi, Tatima, Intkaal copy)

  • Original Title Deed/Ownership document of the seller

  • Encumbrance Certificate (showing no pending dues)

  • NOC (if required, e.g., from society, municipal authorities)

  • Agreement to Sell (if any was made prior)

  • Power of Attorney (if signing through an agent)

  • Stamp duty and registration fee receipts

 

 

 

 

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Special Points to Note in Himachal Pradesh

 

 

  • Section 118 of the Himachal Pradesh Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972 applies.

    👉 Non-agriculturists (those not originally residents of HP) cannot buy agricultural land without permission from the State Government.

  • Permission from DC Office might be required if the buyer is a non-agriculturist or for certain types of properties.

  • Mutation of Property:

    After registration, you must apply for mutation of the land records in your name at the Tehsil office.

  • Women Buyers:

    Stamp duty concessions are available for women in HP to encourage women’s ownership of property.

 

 

 

 

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Why Proper Sale Deed Registration is Important

 

 

  • Provides legal ownership.

  • Prevents future disputes or fraud.

  • Necessary for obtaining loans against property.

  • Helps in mutation and tax assessments.