Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in West Bengal 2026
Calculate stamp duty and registration charges on property purchase across Kolkata, Howrah, Asansol, and other cities in West Bengal.
Stamp duty in West Bengal at a glance
West Bengal charges 6% up to ₹1 crore and 7% above (Kolkata/municipal areas); panchayat areas are 1% lower. The COVID-era 2% rebate ended on 1 July 2024.
Rates verified 2026-07 against the sources listed at the bottom of this page.
West Bengal stamp duty slabs by property value
West Bengalcharges stamp duty on a value-slab system — the rate depends on the property's agreement value, and the applicable rate applies to the entire value.
| Property value | Stamp duty rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹100 lakh | 6.00% |
| Above ₹100 lakh | 7.00% |
Quick reference — total charges by property value
| Property Value | Male Buyer | Female Buyer | Registration | Total (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹25 lakh | ₹1,50,000 | ₹1,50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹1,75,000 |
| ₹50 lakh | ₹3,00,000 | ₹3,00,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹3,50,000 |
| ₹1 crore | ₹6,00,000 | ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹7,00,000 |
| ₹2.5 crore | ₹17,50,000 | ₹17,50,000 | ₹2,50,000 | ₹20,00,000 |
Major cities in West Bengal
The same West Bengal 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 West Bengal cost ₹100 stamp paper (flat) for the standard 11-month term — see the full rules and online options.
Rent Agreement Stamp Duty in West Bengal →Gifting property to family instead?
Gift deeds to close relatives in West Bengal cost 0.5% of market value — a fraction of the sale-deed duty on this page.
Gift Deed Stamp Duty in West Bengal →Duty is charged on the market value (as assessed by igr), not your deal price
West Bengal 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.
Market Value (as assessed by IGR) in West Bengal →Local charges and concessions in West Bengal
Slabs shown are for Kolkata/corporation/municipal areas. Panchayat (rural) areas are 1% lower: 5% up to ₹1 crore, 6% above (the top rate includes a 1% surcharge).
No gender-based concession. Since January 2024, registration valuation uses carpet area instead of super built-up area.
Frequently asked questions
What are the stamp duty and registration charges in West Bengal in 2026?+
Stamp duty is charged on value slabs — from 6% to 7% depending on the property value — plus a registration fee of 1% of market value, uniform statewide. On a ₹50 lakh property, the stamp duty alone works out to about ₹3,00,000.
Is stamp duty lower for women in West Bengal?+
No — West Bengal charges the same rate for men and women. No gender-based concession. Since January 2024, registration valuation uses carpet area instead of super built-up area.
How is stamp duty calculated in West Bengal?+
Duty is charged on the higher of the declared sale price and the government-notified value (Market Value (as assessed by IGR)) for the locality — declaring a lower price does not reduce it. The applicable slab rate depends on that higher value. Registration fee is added on top, and some cities add local cess.
What is the registration charge in West Bengal?+
1% of market value, uniform statewide, paid at the sub-registrar office along with the stamp duty when the sale deed is registered.
Can I legally reduce stamp duty in West Bengal?+
No gender-based concession. Since January 2024, registration valuation uses carpet area instead of super built-up area. 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 West Bengal with other states:
6.30% male • 5.70% female
5.00% male • 4.00% female
4.00% male • 4.00% female
6.00% male • 5.00% female
7.50% male • 7.50% female
7.00% male • 5.00% female
8.00% male • 8.00% female
5.00% male • 5.00% female
5.00% male • 4.00% female
5.00% male • 3.75% female
6.00% male • 4.00% female
6.00% male • 5.00% female