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Rent agreement in Maharashtra — stamp duty & format

A rent agreement in Maharashtra is a legal contract between landlord and tenant, typically drafted for 11 months to avoid mandatory registration. This guide covers Maharashtra-specific stamp duty, registration rules, e-stamping availability, and gives you a free 11-month format you can download.

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Maharashtra rent agreement — key facts

Capital	Mumbai
Major rental cities	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Thane, Aurangabad
Stamp duty (11-month)	0.25% × (annual rent × years) + 10% × deposit
Registration	Mandatory regardless of duration
E-stamping	Yes — via efilingigr.maharashtra.gov.in

Maharashtra-specific rule: Leave & license registration mandatory regardless of term under Section 55 MRCA 1999.

How to create a rent agreement in Maharashtra

Draft the 11-month agreement — use our free generator to produce a Maharashtra-specific format.
Buy e-stamp paper — online via efilingigr.maharashtra.gov.in.
Print the stamped agreement on the stamp paper.
Sign — both parties plus two witnesses with ID proof (Aadhaar or PAN).
Register — mandatory in Maharashtra; done at the sub-registrar's office or online.

Major rental cities in Maharashtra

Mumbai

Rent agreements in Mumbai follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Pune

Rent agreements in Pune follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Nagpur

Rent agreements in Nagpur follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Nashik

Rent agreements in Nashik follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Thane

Rent agreements in Thane follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Aurangabad

Rent agreements in Aurangabad follow Maharashtra state stamp duty rules. Most landlords use the 11-month format.

Frequently asked questions

How much stamp duty is payable on a rent agreement in Maharashtra?

Stamp duty for an 11-month rent agreement in Maharashtra is 0.25% × (annual rent × years) + 10% × deposit.

Is registration mandatory for a rent agreement in Maharashtra?

Yes. In Maharashtra, registration is mandatory regardless of the duration of the agreement.

Is e-stamping available in Maharashtra?

Yes. Maharashtra accepts e-stamp paper issued by SHCIL via shcilestamp.com, which is faster and more secure than traditional stamp paper.

What are the major cities in Maharashtra for rental demand?

The main rental markets in Maharashtra are Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Thane, Aurangabad.

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