There are 575 number of sub registrar offices in the state of Tamilnadu located across 33 districts. All the Sub registrar offices carryout the below document registration as per the chart. The Registration and stamp paper fee is provided as below. Please note that, Stamp duty and Registration Fee in Tamil Nadu is fixed by government time to time.
1. Current Stamp Duty and Registration Rates
In Tamil Nadu, the standard stamp duty on most property transactions including sale, gift, and exchange deeds is 7% of the market or guideline value, whichever is higher. Registration charges are set at 4% of the same property value. From April 1, 2025, women buyers purchasing property valued up to ₹10 lakh benefit from a reduced registration rate of 3%, while stamp duty remains at 7%.
2. Concessions & Special Cases
Certain types of property transfers attract lower rates. For family transfers such as gift, release, partition, or settlement deeds among relatives the stamp duty is reduced to 1%, with a maximum cap (e.g. ₹25,000 for stamp duty and ₹4,000 for registration). For first-time sale of newly developed properties under ₹50 lakh (up to ₹4 crore), a stamp-duty reduction of 3% (or 2% up to ₹4 crore) has been introduced effective December 1, 2023
3. Instrument‑Specific Charges & Reforms
The state also charges stamp duty on a range of non‑property documents. In May 2024, Tamil Nadu hikes stamp duty for over 20 legal instruments: adoption deeds increased from ₹100 to ₹1,000; affidavits from ₹20 to ₹200; leases, power‑of‑attorney documents, and others saw significant increases. Meanwhile, a major reform notified on June 23, 2025 formally adopts the “composite value” method inclusive of super built-up area and land share for apartments, and allows guideline values to be updated any time during the year rather than only in October, aligning valuations more closely with market realities
1. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Conveyance Sale / Sale of Property / Land in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Document Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Conveyance (Sale) / Sale of Property
7% on the market value of the property
4% on the market value of property.
2. Stamp duty and Registration fee for the gift registration in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Gift to others
7% on the market value of the Property
4% on the market value of the property.
3. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Exchange of Property Asset in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Exchange
7% on the market value of the greater value.
4% on the market value of greater value property.
4. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Simple Mortgage in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Simple Mortgage
1% (on the loan amount) subject to a maximum of Rs 40,000/-
1% on loan amount subject to a maximum of Rs.10,000/-
5. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Mortgage with Possession in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Mortgage with possession
4% on loan amount
1% subject to the maximum of Rs.2,00,000/-
6. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Agreement to Sale in TN
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Agreement to Sale
Rs.20
1#% on the money advanced(1% on total consideration if possession is given)
7. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Agreement Registration related to Construction building / Construction Agreement
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Agreement relating to construction of building
1 % on the cost of the proposed construction or the value of construction or the consideration specified in the agreement whichever is higher
1 % on the cost of the proposed construction or the value of construction or the consideration specified in the agreement whichever is higher
8. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Lease Registration in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Lease
Lease doc. below 30 years
1 % on the total amount of rent, premium, fine etc
1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-
Lease doc. upto 99 years
4 % on the total amount of rent, premium, fine etc
1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-
Lease doc. above 99 years or perpetual Leave
7 % on the total amount of rent, fine, premium of advance, if any, payable.
1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-
9. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Cancellation
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Cancellation
Rs.50
Rs.50
10. Stamp duty and Registration fee for for Partition between family and non family members in Tamil Nadu
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
i) Partition among family members
1% on the market value of the property subject to a maximum of Rs.25000/- for each share
1% subject to a maximum of Rs.4000/- for each share.
ii) Partition among Non family members
4% on the market value of the property for separated shares
1% on the market value of the property for separated shares
11. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Release ( Family / Non Family ) in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Release
i) Release among family members (co – parcenars)
1% on the market value of the property but not exceeding Rs.25000/-
1% on the market value of the property subject to a maximum of Rs.4000/-
ii) Release among non family members (co – owner & benami release)
7% on the market value of the property
1% on the market value of the property
12. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Power of Attorney in Taminadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Power of Attorney
i) General Power of Attorney to SELL the immovable property
Rs. 100
Rs.10,000
ii) General Power of Attorney to SELL the immovable property (Power is given to family member)
Rs. 100
Rs.1,000
iii) General Power of Attorney to SELL the movable property & for other purposes
Rs. 100
Rs.50
iv) General Power of Attorney given for consideration
4% on Consideration
1% on Consideration or Rs.10,000/- whichever is higher
13. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Memorandum of deposit of Title Deeds for Loan
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Memorandum of Deposit of Title Deeds
0.5% on loan amount
1% on loan amount subject to a maximum of Rs 6000/-
subject to a maximum of Rs.30000/-
14. Stamp duty and Registration fee for family and non family settlement in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Settlement
i)In favour of family members
1% On the market value of the property but not exceeding Rs.25000/-
1% on the market value of the property subject to a maximum of Rs.4000/-
ii) Other Cases
7% on the market value of the property
4% on the Market Value
15. Stamp duty and Registration fee for Partnership deed registration in Tamil Nadu
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
Partnership deed
i) where the capital doest not exceed Rs.500
Rs. 50
1% on the Capital invested
ii) Other Cases
Rs. 300
1% on the capital invested
16. Stamp duty and Registration fee for declaration and registration of Trust / Society
Type of of Doc. Registration
Stamp Duty
Registration Fee
16. Declaration of Trust (if property is there, it would be considered as sale)
Rs. 180
1% on the Amount
Must know about Stamp duty and Registration Fee
Understanding the registration fees and stamp duty charges in Tamil Nadu is essential for anyone involved in property transactions. These charges form a significant part of the overall cost of buying or transferring property. The state’s standard rate of 7% for stamp duty and 4% for registration makes it one of the more structured systems in India. However, the government has also introduced targeted concessions, such as reduced fees for women buyers and family-related property transfers, promoting inclusivity and affordability.
Recent reforms like the adoption of the composite value method and real-time updates to guideline values aim to make the system more transparent and market-aligned. These changes reflect Tamil Nadu’s commitment to modernization and ease of doing property transactions. By staying informed about current rates and benefits, buyers and sellers can make better financial decisions. It’s always wise to consult official sources or legal professionals before finalizing any deed. Informed choices help avoid legal complications and unexpected costs. With evolving policies, Tamil Nadu continues to balance revenue generation with public welfare.
