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Published on: Jun 24, 2026

Stamp Duty in Tamilnadu

Stamp duty must be paid on all documents that are registered in India under the Registration Act. The rate of stamp duty varies from state to state and would depend on the type of transaction being undertaken like sale, lease, gift, mortgage, etc., Further, stamp duty rates can also vary based on whether the registrant of document is a male, female or legal corporate entity like

company or LLP. In this article, we look at stamp duty rates in Tamilnadu.

Property Registration - Conveyance (Sale Deed Registration)

Stamp Duty: 7% of the market value of the property. Registration Fee: 1% of the market value of the property.

Gift Deed Registration

Stamp Duty: 7% of the market value of the property. Registration Fee: 1% of the market value of the property.

Exchange Deed Registration

Stamp Duty: 7% of the market value of the property having higher value. Registration Fee: 1% of the market value of the property.

Simple Mortgage Registration

Stamp Duty: 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.40,000. Registration Fee: 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.10,000.

Mortgage with Possession

Stamp Duty: 4% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.40,000. Registration Fee: 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.2,00,000.

Agreement to Sale

Stamp Duty: 4% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.40,000. Registration Fee: 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.2,00,000.

Cancellation

Stamp Duty: Rs. 50 Registration Fee: Rs. 50

Partition Deed - Amongst Family Members

Stamp Duty: 1% on the market value of the property but not exceeding Rs.10000/- for each share. Registration Fee: 1% subject to a maximum of Rs.2000/- for each share.

Partition Deed - Amongst Non-Family Members

Stamp Duty: 4% on the market value of the property for separated shares. Registration Fee: 1% on the market value of the property for separated shares.

General Power of Attorney to Sell Immovable Property

Stamp Duty: Rs. 100 Registration Fee: Rs.10,000 Property Registration

General Power of Attorney to Sell Movable Property & Others

Stamp Duty: Rs. 100 Registration Fee: Rs.50

Power of Attorney Given for Consideration

Stamp Duty: 4% on Consideration Registration Fee: 1% on Consideration

Settlement Deed - In favour of Family Members

Stamp Duty: 1% On the market value of the property but not exceeding Rs.10000/- Registration Fee: 1% on the market value of the property subject to a maximum of Rs.2000/-

Settlement Deed - Other Cases

Stamp Duty: 8% on the market value of the property Registration Fee: 1% on the market value

Partnership Deed - Less than Rs.500 Capital

Stamp Duty: Rs.50 Registration Fee: 1% on the capital invested

Partnership Deed - More than Rs.500 Capital

Stamp Duty: Rs.300 Registration Fee: 1% on the capital invested

Deposit of Title Deed

Stamp Duty: 0.5% on loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs.25000/- Registration Fee: 1% on loan amount subject to a maximum of Rs 5000/-

Release Deed - Amongst Family Members

Stamp Duty: 1% on the market value of the property but not exceeding Rs.10000/- Registration Fee: 1% on the market value of the property subject to a maximum of Rs.2000/-

Release Deed - Amongst Non-Family Members

Stamp Duty: 8% on the market value of the property Registration Fee: 1% on the market value of the property

Lease Deed - Below 30 Years

Stamp Duty: 1% of the total amount of rent, premium, fine, etc., Registration Fee: 1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-

Lease Deed - Up to 99 Years & Above 30 Years

Stamp Duty: 4% of the total amount of rent, premium, fine, etc., Registration Fee: 1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-

Lease Deed - More than 99 Years

Stamp Duty: 8% of the total amount of rent, premium, fine, etc., Registration Fee: 1% subject to a maximum of Rs.20000/-

Trust Registration

Stamp Duty: Rs.180 Registration Fee: 1% of the amount

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stamp Duty Rates in Tamilnadu.

Stamp duty is a tax levied on legal documents like property sale deeds, gift deeds, lease agreements, and mortgages. It is mandated by the Registration Act and aims to generate revenue for the state government. Stamp duty rates vary across states and transaction types.

For registering a sale deed or conveyance deed in Tamil Nadu, the stamp duty is 7% of the property's market value. Additionally, a registration fee of 1% of the market value is payable.

Yes, stamp duty is applicable when registering a gift deed for a property in Tamil Nadu. The stamp duty rate is 7% of the property's market value, and a 1% registration fee is also payable.

For a simple mortgage, the stamp duty is 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs. 40,000. For a mortgage with possession, the stamp duty is 4% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs. 40,000. Registration fees are also payable, varying from 1% to a maximum of Rs. 2,00,000.

The stamp duty for a lease deed in Tamil Nadu depends on the lease tenure. For leases below 30 years, it is 1% of the total rent, premium, and other charges. For leases between 30-99 years, it is 4%, and for leases exceeding 99 years, it is 8%. A registration fee of 1% (maximum Rs. 20,000) is also payable.

Yes, there are stamp duty concessions for certain transactions among family members in Tamil Nadu. For instance, partition deeds, settlement deeds, and release deeds among family members attract a lower stamp duty rate of 1% (up to a maximum of Rs. 10,000).

For registering a partnership deed in Tamil Nadu, the stamp duty is Rs. 50 if the capital is less than Rs. 500, and Rs. 300 if the capital is more than Rs. 500. Additionally, a registration fee of 1% of the capital invested is payable.

For depositing title deeds in Tamil Nadu, the stamp duty is 0.5% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs. 25,000. The registration fee is 1% of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs. 5,000.

Yes, stamp duty is payable for registering a trust in Tamil Nadu. The stamp duty is a fixed amount of Rs. 180, and a registration fee of 1% of the trust's value is also payable.

For registering a general power of attorney to sell immovable property in Tamil Nadu, the stamp duty is Rs. 100, and the registration fee is Rs. 10,000. For a power of attorney to sell movable property or other purposes, the stamp duty is Rs. 100, and the registration fee is Rs. 50.