A deed of transfer is a registered document by which the transferor actually transfers rights in immovable property — such as a society flat with membership, a shop, a gala, tenancy rights or occupancy rights — to the transferee. It is usually executed after an agreement to transfer, once consideration is paid and the society, landlord or authority has consented. It is stamped like a conveyance on the market value of the rights and registered with 1% fee, capped at ₹30,000.
Deed of transfer, sale deed or assignment?
| What is being transferred | Usual document |
|---|---|
| Freehold flat, house or land | Sale deed |
| Society flat or shop with membership; tenancy; gala or occupancy rights | Deed of transfer |
| Leasehold land or building (MIDC, CIDCO, 99-year lease) | Deed of assignment |
| Booked under-construction flat | Agreement to assignment |
| Transfer to a family member without payment | Gift deed or release deed |
Documents required for deed of transfer
Transferor
- Registered agreement to transfer, if any
- Title documents, allotment letter or tenancy proof
- Share certificate (society) / rent receipts (tenancy)
- Aadhaar and PAN card
Transferee
- Aadhaar and PAN card
- Payment proof
- Passport-size photographs
Consents
- Society NOC / landlord consent / authority permission
- Aadhaar of two witnesses
How the deed of transfer process works
- Collect documents
We confirm payment is complete and all consents are available.
- Draft
Deed drafted referring to the agreement, consideration, consent and handover of possession.
- Stamp duty
Duty calculated on market value of the rights; credit for duty already paid on the agreement where allowed.
- Register
Both parties sign at the Sub-Registrar office with two witnesses.
- Update records
Society share transfer, landlord rent receipt or authority records changed to the transferee.
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Society transfer after registration
For a co-operative society flat, the society transfers the share certificate and membership to the new owner after receiving the registered transfer document, the membership application and the transfer premium as per its bye-laws (subject to the government cap). Under the society bye-laws the managing committee must decide within the prescribed period, and a society cannot refuse a transfer without valid reasons.
Deed of Transfer in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Mumbai, Thane & Palghar
We handle deed of transfer for clients across these cities. What differs locally:
| City | What to know locally |
|---|---|
| Pune | Stamp duty ~7% in PMC limits (6% for women), incl. metro cess & LBT. Registered at Haveli and Pune city Sub-Registrar offices. |
| Pimpri-Chinchwad | Stamp duty ~7% in PCMC limits (6% for women), incl. metro cess & LBT. Registered at Jurisdictional Sub-Registrar office for Pimpri-Chinchwad (Haveli / Maval / Mulshi as applicable). |
| Mumbai | Stamp duty 6% in BMC limits incl. 1% metro cess (5% for women). Registered at Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban Sub-Registrar offices. |
| Thane | Stamp duty ~7% in TMC limits (6% for women), incl. metro cess & LBT. Registered at Thane district Sub-Registrar offices (Thane, Kalyan, Bhiwandi, Ulhasnagar, Ambernath). |
| Palghar | Stamp duty ~4–7% depending on corporation, council or gram panchayat limits. Registered at Palghar district Sub-Registrar offices (Vasai, Palghar, Dahanu and others). |
Frequently asked questions
What is a deed of transfer?
It is the registered document that actually transfers rights in a flat, shop, gala or tenanted premises from one person to another, usually after an agreement to transfer and the required consents.
Is a deed of transfer the same as a sale deed?
Not always. A sale deed transfers full ownership; a deed of transfer is used where the rights are membership, tenancy or occupancy rights, though the stamp duty treatment is often similar.
What is the stamp duty on a deed of transfer?
Generally like a conveyance on the market value of the rights transferred, with credit for duty already paid on a registered agreement to transfer where the law allows.
Do I need society permission?
Yes for society flats and shops. The society records the transfer and issues the share certificate in your name after registration.
Can tenancy rights be transferred by a deed of transfer?
Yes, with the landlord’s written consent. The landlord then issues rent receipts in the incoming tenant’s name.
