How Stamp Duty on a Rent Agreement Is Calculated in Maharashtra

Stamp duty on a leave-and-license agreement in Maharashtra is calculated on the total rent payable over the license period plus a notional interest component on the refundable deposit. The registration fee is charged separately.

For a typical 11-month residential agreement, the duty works out to a fraction of one month's rent — but the exact figure shifts with your deposit and any non-refundable premium. Our draft flow computes it automatically before you pay, so the number you see at checkout is the number the government receives.

One common misconception: a notarized agreement on stamp paper is not the same as a registered agreement. For license periods that require registration, only a registered document gives you the full legal protection of the Maharashtra Rent Control Act framework.