Sale Deed Draft
Drafting of sale deeds for transfer of property — title recitals, consideration, indemnities and registration with the Sub-Registrar.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹5,000 – ₹30,000
- Typical duration
- 5 days
Service overview
Drafting formal Sale Deeds for the absolute transfer of ownership of movable or immovable property from seller to buyer.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
Property buyers and sellers executing final property sales and ownership transfers.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
Precise legal drafting incorporating indemnity clauses, complete chain of title, consideration receipt, and transfer terms.
Key deliverables
Comprehensive Sale Deed draft, stamp duty estimation guide, and registration procedure checklist.
Standard turnaround time
3 to 5 working days.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
No government fee for drafting.
Stamp duty on the sale deed is payable at the State rate on the higher of the sale consideration and the circle (guidance) value — commonly 5–7% of the value, with concessions for women in some States — plus a registration fee, commonly around 1%.
Key outcomes: a registered sale deed that transfers ownership to the buyer.
Forms & filings involved
- Sale deed on stamp paper or with e-stamp duty paid
- Registration with the Sub-Registrar under the Registration Act, 1908, with biometric capture of the parties
- TDS on sale consideration of ₹50 lakh or more, deposited by the buyer
- Mutation of the property records in the buyer's name after registration
Documents required
- Previous title deeds and chain of title
- Encumbrance certificate and property tax receipts
- Approved plan and occupancy certificate, where applicable
- Identity and address proof and PAN of buyer and seller
- Two witnesses with identity proof
What we need from you
- Sale consideration and payment details
- Property description as per municipal and revenue records
- Date of handover of possession
- Witness details for registration
Important conditions
Subject to payment of appropriate stamp duty, registration fees, and execution before sub-registrar.
Additional information
Registration appointment scheduling and witness coordination guidelines are included
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Is registration of a sale deed compulsory?
Yes. A sale of immovable property worth ₹100 or more must be by a registered instrument under the Transfer of Property Act and Registration Act.
How is stamp duty on a sale deed calculated?
On the higher of the sale price and the government circle value, at the State's rate — commonly 5–7%, with concessions for women in some States.
What happens after the sale deed is registered?
The buyer applies for mutation of the property records and updates utility and tax records.
How many witnesses are needed?
Two witnesses, with identity proof, are needed at registration.