Puducherry Property Registration Charges 2025: Stamp Duty, Fees & Process

If you're planning to buy, sell, gift, or lease a property in Puducherry, understanding the updated property registration charges is important. The government of Puducherry has kept the process straightforward with fixed stamp duty and registration charges across the Union Territory.

This guide explains every charge in detail, gives practical examples, lists documents required, and explains how to use the online registration system effectively.

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Overview of Stamp Duty and Registration Charges in Puducherry

As of 2025, the government charges the following for property registration:

For Sale, Gift, and Exchange of Property

The charges apply on the higher value between the declared market price and the government-fixed guideline value.

Example of Stamp Duty and Registration Fee

Scenario: A person is buying a residential flat in Puducherry for ₹50,00,000. The guideline value is also ₹50,00,000.

Male Buyer:
Stamp Duty: ₹5,00,000 (10% of ₹50 lakh)
Registration Fee: ₹25,000 (0.5% of ₹50 lakh)
Total Cost: ₹5,25,000

Female Buyer:
Stamp Duty: ₹2,50,000 (5%)
Registration Fee: ₹25,000
Total Cost: ₹2,75,000

This is a significant saving for women property buyers.

Stamp Duty Concession for Women Buyers

To encourage women to own property, Puducherry offers a 50% reduction in stamp duty for women buyers.

Eligibility Conditions

The property must be registered solely in the woman’s name
The buyer must be a permanent resident of Puducherry
Valid address proof (ration card, Aadhaar card, or voter ID) must be submitted

This benefit does not apply if the property is jointly owned with a male co-owner.

Can You Claim Tax Benefits on These Charges?

Yes. Under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, home buyers can claim:

Stamp duty
Registration fee

as deductions up to ₹1.5 lakh in a financial year. This applies only to residential property, and the deduction is allowed only in the year in which the property is registered.

Property Registration Process in Puducherry

Step-by-Step Registration Procedure

Step 1: Online Appointment and Payment

Visit the official portal: epathirapathivu.py.gov.in
Select the type of deed and upload required documents
Pay the applicable stamp duty and registration fee online
Choose your convenient appointment date and time

Step 2: In-person Visit to the Sub-Registrar Office

Submit original documents
Provide ID and address proofs
Biometric verification and digital signing of deed
Receive a digitally signed registration receipt and acknowledgment

The entire process is now partially digital, which reduces processing time and manual delays.

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Documents Required for Property Registration

Make sure the following documents are ready before your appointment:

Duly drafted Sale/Gift/Mortgage/Lease Deed
Encumbrance Certificate for the past 13 years
Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of buyer and seller
Passport-size photographs
Property Tax receipts and latest Patta copy
Proof of payment of stamp duty and registration charges
Additional proof of residence for women buyers (if claiming concession)

Important Points to Remember

You cannot underquote the property value. If market price is lower than guideline value, the higher value will be considered.
Delay in registration beyond 4 months of execution of deed may attract penalty.
Always verify the current guideline value before finalizing the property.
Double-check all spellings, survey numbers, and measurements in the deed before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Are the stamp duty and registration charges different in Karaikal or Mahe?

No, the charges are uniform across the Union Territory of Puducherry including Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

Q2: Can I get the stamp duty refund if the deal is cancelled?

Yes, partial refund is possible under specific conditions, but you must apply within 6 months from the date of stamp duty payment.

Q3: What happens if I don’t register my property?

An unregistered property document is not legally valid in court, and the buyer cannot claim ownership rights.

Q4: Can I register my land in Puducherry using a Power of Attorney?

Yes, but the Power of Attorney must be duly stamped and registered, especially if it’s given by an NRI or someone residing outside the Union Territory.

Conclusion

Understanding Puducherry’s property registration charges helps you avoid surprises and budget accurately. The rules are simple, uniform, and transparent:

Stamp Duty: 10% (5% for women)
Registration Fee: 0.5%
Women buyers get major concessions
Tax benefits are available
Online slot booking makes the process easier

Buying a property is a major step — having clarity about the registration process is equally important.

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