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Registered Rent Agreement FAQ

Documents, drafting, biometric verification, fees, tenure, payment and registration timelines.

What documents are required?

Owner: Aadhaar and PAN. Tenant: Aadhaar. Two witnesses: Aadhaar. Property: Index II or electricity bill. Power of Attorney and company/partnership cases may require additional documents.

Are hard-copy documents required?

No. Clear digital copies can be shared through the online form, WhatsApp or email for drafting. Documents are handled according to the privacy policy.

How many witnesses are required?

Two witnesses are required and they should have Aadhaar for the biometric execution process.

Can I change the draft before biometric?

Yes. Review the draft carefully and request required changes before biometric verification. Finalise the draft before any party completes biometric.

Can commercial property agreements be registered?

Yes. Assistance is available for residential and commercial Leave & License agreements. Non-individual entities may need authorization documents.

Can tenure be longer than 11 months?

Yes. The calculator and workflow support agreement tenure up to 60 months. Applicable government charges can change with tenure.

Do you assist with renewal?

Yes. Renewal or extension is processed similarly to a fresh agreement and biometric verification is generally required again.

Is biometric verification mandatory?

For e-registration of the Leave & License agreement, biometric authentication is part of the registration workflow for the relevant parties.

Can Owner and Tenant complete biometric at different places?

Yes, subject to executive availability. Multiple-location visits can attract additional visit charges.

What if a party is outside India?

Remote assistance or device-shipping options may be available. A compatible Windows laptop is required for the supported remote device workflow; availability and charges depend on location.

How are rent agreement charges calculated?

The estimate depends on rent, deposit and tenure. The fee calculator separately shows estimated government charges, service fee and any extra visit/add-on amount.

When must government fees be paid?

The current service workflow requires government fees before biometric processing / appointment confirmation. Follow the payment instructions shown during booking.

How long does registration usually take after biometric?

The typical stated timeline is 3–4 working days, but actual timing depends on the concerned Sub Registrar office, workload and government systems.

Is Pune police intimation included?

For Pune district, tenant intimation is part of the e-registration workflow. Outside Pune, optional online police-intimation assistance may be available for an additional fee.