Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in Delhi 2026
Calculate stamp duty and registration charges on property purchase across New Delhi, Dwarka, Rohini, and other cities in Delhi.
Stamp duty in Delhi at a glance
Delhi offers a generous 2% concession for female buyers (4% vs 6%) — among the largest gender-based concessions in India. Properties above ₹25 lakh pay an additional 1% MCD transfer duty.
Rates verified 2026-07 against the sources listed at the bottom of this page.
Quick reference — total charges by property value
| Property Value | Male Buyer | Female Buyer | Registration | Total (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹25 lakh | ₹1,50,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹1,75,000 |
| ₹50 lakh | ₹3,00,000 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹3,50,000 |
| ₹1 crore | ₹6,00,000 | ₹4,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹7,00,000 |
| ₹2.5 crore | ₹15,00,000 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,50,000 | ₹17,50,000 |
Major cities in Delhi
The same Delhi rates apply across these cities, but each may have additional municipal cess or local development charges. Confirm with the local sub-registrar before signing.
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* Rates are approximate and vary by city, area type (urban/rural), and property type.
* Always verify with your local sub-registrar office before transactions.
Renting instead of buying?
Rent agreements in Delhi cost 2% of average annual rent for the standard 11-month term — see the full rules and online options.
Rent Agreement Stamp Duty in Delhi →Gifting property to family instead?
Gift deeds to close relatives in Delhi cost No concession — same as sale — a fraction of the sale-deed duty on this page.
Gift Deed Stamp Duty in Delhi →Duty is charged on the circle rate, not your deal price
Delhi computes stamp duty on the higher of your declared price and the government-notified value — see how to look it up for your locality and what changed in the latest revision.
Circle Rate in Delhi →Local charges and concessions in Delhi
MCD levies an additional 1% transfer duty on properties above ₹25 lakh (effective ~7% male / ~5% female). NDMC area: 5.5% male / 3.5% female. Delhi Cantonment Board: flat 3%.
Women pay 4% vs 6% for men with no value cap. Joint male+female ownership: 5%.
Frequently asked questions
What are the stamp duty and registration charges in Delhi in 2026?+
Stamp duty is 6% for men and 4% for women — plus a registration fee of 1% of the higher of sale value or circle rate + ₹100 pasting fee. On a ₹50 lakh property, the stamp duty alone works out to about ₹3,00,000.
Is stamp duty lower for women in Delhi?+
Yes — women pay 4% against 6% for men. Women pay 4% vs 6% for men with no value cap. Joint male+female ownership: 5%.
How is stamp duty calculated in Delhi?+
Duty is charged on the higher of the declared sale price and the government-notified value (Circle Rate) for the locality — declaring a lower price does not reduce it. Registration fee is added on top, and some cities add local cess.
What is the registration charge in Delhi?+
1% of the higher of sale value or circle rate + ₹100 pasting fee, paid at the sub-registrar office along with the stamp duty when the sale deed is registered.
Can I legally reduce stamp duty in Delhi?+
Women pay 4% vs 6% for men with no value cap. Joint male+female ownership: 5%. Gift deeds to close family are often charged far less than sale deeds — see the gift-deed guide linked below. Undervaluing the sale price does not work: duty is computed on the government valuation.
Sources
Last verified 2026-07. Rates change via state notifications — confirm with the sub-registrar before executing a deed.
Other states' stamp duty rates
Stamp duty varies significantly across Indian states. Compare Delhi with other states:
7.00% male • 6.00% female
7.00% male • 5.00% female
6.00% male • 5.00% female
7.00% male • 5.00% female
5.00% male • 5.00% female
7.00% male • 7.00% female
4.00% male • 4.00% female
4.90% male • 4.90% female
6.00% male • 6.00% female
7.50% male • 7.50% female
8.00% male • 8.00% female
5.00% male • 5.00% female