Use this rent agreement stamp duty calculator to work out the stamp duty on a rent agreement or lease in Delhi before you buy the e-stamp. It covers 11-month agreements and leases of up to five years, includes rent increases, and tells you whether the agreement must be registered.
Rent agreement stamp duty calculator (Delhi)
Indian Stamp Act, 1899, Schedule I-A, Article 35, as applicable to Delhi. For leases of up to 5 years.
How to use the calculator
- Enter the monthly rent.
- Choose the term of the agreement.
- Enter any annual increase agreed in the rent.
- Add recurring charges the tenant pays to the owner as part of rent, if any.
- Click Calculate stamp duty.
How the duty is calculated
| Term | Basis | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 year (e.g. 11 months) | Total rent payable | 2% |
| Above 1 year up to 5 years | Average annual rent | 2% |
| Above 5 years | Average annual rent or a multiple of it | Conveyance rate; get it checked |
Average annual rent is the total rent for the whole term divided by the number of years. Recurring charges the tenant must pay to the owner under the agreement count as rent. A premium or non-refundable advance attracts separate duty.
Examples
| Monthly rent | Term | Increase | Stamp duty |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹25,000 | 11 months | None | ₹5,500 |
| ₹25,000 | 12 months | None | ₹6,000 |
| ₹25,000 | 3 years | 5% a year | ₹6,305 |
| ₹30,000 | 5 years | 10% a year | ₹8,792 |
When registration is compulsory
A lease for more than one year, from year to year, or reserving a yearly rent must be registered under Section 17(1)(d) of the Registration Act, 1908 and Section 107 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. An unregistered lease of that kind cannot be used to prove its terms in court. Registration and pasting fees are paid at the Sub-Registrar in addition to stamp duty. If a party cannot attend, they can act through a power of attorney.
Buying the e-stamp
- Buy the e-stamp from an authorised collection centre or online, for the exact duty.
- Name the first party and describe the document as a lease or rent agreement.
- Print or attach the agreement to the e-stamp certificate and sign after the e-stamp date.
- Keep the e-stamp certificate number; it can be verified online.
Next steps
Duty is only one part of a safe tenancy. Our guide to the rent agreement in Delhi covers the clauses to include, tenant police verification and the Delhi Rent Control Act. If a tenant later refuses to leave, see how to evict a tenant in Delhi. A contract drafting lawyer in Delhi can draft and register the agreement for you.
Frequently asked questions
How is stamp duty on a rent agreement calculated in Delhi?
For a lease of up to five years, stamp duty is 2% of the average annual rent. Average annual rent is the total rent payable over the term divided by the number of years. For an agreement of one year or less, it is calculated on the total rent payable.
How much stamp duty is payable on an 11-month rent agreement in Delhi?
2% of the total rent for the 11 months. For a monthly rent of ₹25,000, the total is ₹2,75,000 and the stamp duty is about ₹5,500.
Is security deposit included in stamp duty?
A refundable security deposit is generally not treated as rent. A premium, fine or non-refundable advance attracts separate duty under Article 35. Check how your agreement describes the deposit before buying the e-stamp.
Does rent escalation affect stamp duty?
Yes. The average annual rent is worked out on the total rent payable over the whole term, including agreed increases. Enter the annual increase in the calculator to include it.
Is registration needed after paying stamp duty?
Only if the lease is for more than one year, from year to year, or reserves a yearly rent. Such leases must be registered at the Sub-Registrar. An 11-month agreement only needs proper stamping and is usually notarised.
What about leases above five years?
Leases above five years attract duty at the conveyance rate on the average annual rent, or a multiple of it for longer terms, and must be registered. Get the figure checked for your term before buying the e-stamp.
This calculator gives an estimate for leases of up to five years based on Article 35 of Schedule I-A of the Indian Stamp Act as applicable to Delhi. Confirm the duty before buying the e-stamp.
Related guides and services
- Rent agreement in Delhi: stamp duty, registration and clauses
- Power of attorney in Delhi
- Contract Drafting Lawyer in Delhi
- Tenant Eviction Lawyer in Delhi
Written and reviewed by Advocate Shubham Mehta
Advocate, Bar Council of Delhi (Enrl. No. D/6398/2021), and head of SRLM Law Associates. He practises before Rohini Courts, other Delhi District Courts, Family Courts, consumer commissions and the Delhi High Court. More about the firm
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Last updated: September 2026. This page is for general information only and is not legal advice.