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Uttar Pradesh Unveils Sweeping Real Estate Reforms for 2026
24 Aug
Summary
- Digitization of land records with QR codes for property verification
- Reduced stamp duty for tenancy agreements to encourage formal rentals
- Simplified family property settlements with fixed charges
Uttar Pradesh is set to introduce sweeping real estate reforms as part of its Vision 2047 plan, with several initiatives expected to be implemented by March 2026. According to Jaiswal, the state's Minister of State for Stamp and Court Fee, the digitization of land records is progressing rapidly, with the development of QR codes to help homebuyers verify property ownership and transaction history.
In the coming months, prospective homebuyers will be able to scan a QR code to access detailed information about a property, including its ownership details, past transactions, and the seller's legal entitlement to sell the entire area. This move aims to protect buyers from fraud. Additionally, revenue officials will be stationed at registration offices to verify records before a transaction is finalized, ensuring that the homebuyer's name is updated immediately after registration.
Another major initiative focuses on encouraging property owners to formalize tenancy agreements by reducing the high stamp duty charges. Currently, the 4% stamp duty makes registration expensive, leading many landlords to opt for unregistered agreements. The state plans to introduce a fixed charge of ₹500 to ₹1,000 for registering tenancy agreements, making the process more accessible for both landlords and tenants.
The government is also working to simplify family property settlements, allowing for settlements of up to four generations at a fixed charge of ₹5,000, reducing litigation and providing clarity.
These reforms come as the state has seen a significant increase in property registrations, from around 16 lakh annually in 2017-18 to around 50 lakh currently. To handle the increased workload, the government plans to modernize registration offices with features like air-conditioned halls, furniture, help desks, and token systems for appointments. Additionally, the department will soon launch "ATMs" for commonly used stamp papers, allowing citizens to conveniently withdraw them without visiting registration offices.
