A Release Deed is a legal document used to formally relinquish or surrender one’s claim over a property in favour of another person who already holds a share or interest in it.
It is a common document in family settlements, partition cases, or joint property ownership transfers, helping to simplify ownership rights and prevent legal disputes.
In this guide, we will explain:
- When a Release Deed is needed
- The stamp duty and registration charges for a Release Deed in Karnataka
- Additional costs involved
- How to register a Release Deed efficiently
WHEN IS A RELEASE DEED REQUIRED IN KARNATAKA?
A Release Deed is typically used in situations such as:
- Family property settlement – One legal heir releases their share to another.
- Partition of property – Co-owners agree to transfer ownership to a single party.
- Gift within the family – In certain cases, instead of executing a Gift Deed, a Release Deed can be used to transfer ownership rights to an existing co-owner. For example, a husband may release his share in a jointly owned property in favour of his wife.
STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION CHARGES FOR RELEASE DEED IN KARNATAKA
Charges for registering a Release Deed are:
| Fee Type | Amount |
| Stamp Duty | Rs.5,000 |
| Registration Fee | Rs.1,000 |
| Scanning Fee | Rs.50 per page |
Example:
In a recent Release Deed transaction handled by our team, the total government fee was Rs.6,450.
ADDITIONAL & MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES
In addition to the above statutory charges, you may incur:
- Document paper for Release Deed Printing – Rs.50 (Approx. 10 pages @ Rs.5 each)
- Printing cost – Rs.20
- Professional fee (if using an advocate/agent) – Approx. Rs.3,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST FOR RELEASE DEED REGISTRATION
If you engage a professional, the total cost for registering a Release Deed in Karnataka generally comes to around Rs.9,500, which includes:
- Stamp Duty
- Registration Fee
- Scanning Fee
- Printing & Stationery
- Advocate or agent fee (if applicable)
HOW TO REGISTER A RELEASE DEED IN KARNATAKA
- Draft the Release Deed – Prepare the document with complete details of the property, parties involved, and clear terms of relinquishment.
- Submit the Application Online – Log in to the Kaveri Online Services portal and fill in the required details for Release Deed registration.
- Pay the Government Fees – Make the payment for Stamp Duty, Registration Fee, and Scanning Charges as applicable.
- Book an Appointment – Schedule a visit to the relevant Sub-Registrar Office through the Kaveri Online Services portal.
- Execute and Register the Document – Both parties, along with two witnesses, must be present at the Sub-Registrar Office to sign and complete the registration process.
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