Rent agreement format / Telangana
Rent agreement format in Telangana
Stamp duty, registration rules and a free sample rental agreement for Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Warangal and the rest of Telangana.
Telangana rules at a glance
- Document name
- Rental Agreement
- Stamp duty
- Commonly reported as about 0.4% for leases under 1 year and 0.5% for residential leases of 1–5 years, with a registration fee around 0.2%. Sources differ on the base amount.
- Registration
- Optional for terms under 12 months, compulsory for 12 months or more.
- Official portals
- Registration & Stamps, Telangana
Stamp duty in Telangana
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Telangana · Rental Agreement
Published rates for Telangana conflict, so we don't show a single number that could be wrong. Here's what we know:
- Commonly reported rates: about 0.4% for leases under 1 year and 0.5% for residential leases of 1–5 years.
- Registration fee is commonly reported at about 0.2%.
- Sources differ on whether the deposit is included in the base, so confirm on the Telangana registration portal.
Please note: Rules last reviewed on 20 October 2026 from published sources. Stamp duty and registration rules change, so confirm on the official portal before paying. This page is general information, not legal advice.
What your agreement must include
- Full names, addresses and ID details of both parties
- Complete address and description of the property (flat number, floor, furnishing)
- Monthly rent, due date and payment method
- Security deposit amount and when and how it will be refunded
- Agreement start date and term, and how it can be renewed
- Rent increase on renewal (for example 5% per year)
- Notice period for either side to end the agreement (commonly 1 month)
- Who pays maintenance, electricity, water and repairs
- Rules on use: residential only, pets, subletting, guests
- List of fittings and appliances handed over (annexure)
Sample rental agreement format (Telangana)
A basic residential format to show the usual structure. Replace everything in [brackets]. Have it reviewed before signing, especially for longer terms or unusual terms.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
This Rental Agreement is made at [City], Telangana on [Date] between:
[Owner's full name], aged [ ], residing at [address] (hereinafter called the "Owner") of the ONE PART,
AND
[Occupant's full name], aged [ ], permanently residing at [address] (hereinafter called the "Tenant") of the OTHER PART.
WHEREAS the Owner is the lawful owner of the premises at [full property address] ("the Premises"), and the Tenant has requested to use the Premises for residential purposes.
NOW THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSES AS FOLLOWS:
1. TERM: The agreement is for [11] months, from [start date] to [end date].
2. RENT: The Tenant shall pay ₹[amount] per month on or before the [5th] of each month by [UPI / bank transfer].
3. SECURITY DEPOSIT: The Tenant has paid an interest-free refundable deposit of ₹[amount], to be refunded at the end of the term after deducting unpaid dues and the cost of damage beyond normal wear and tear.
4. MAINTENANCE & UTILITIES: Electricity and water charges shall be paid by the Tenant as per actual bills. Society maintenance shall be paid by the [Owner / Tenant].
5. USE: The Premises shall be used only for residential purposes and shall not be sublet.
6. REPAIRS: Minor day-to-day repairs shall be done by the Tenant; structural and major repairs by the Owner.
7. NOTICE: Either party may end this agreement by giving [one] month's written notice.
8. RENEWAL: The agreement may be renewed by mutual consent, with a rent increase of [5]%.
9. INSPECTION: The Owner may inspect the Premises at a reasonable time with prior notice.
10. HANDOVER: At the end of the term, the Tenant shall hand over vacant and peaceful possession of the Premises.
ANNEXURE: List of fittings and fixtures: [fans, lights, geyser, wardrobe, …]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have signed this agreement on the date first mentioned above.
Owner: ____________________ Tenant: ____________________
Witness 1: ____________________ Witness 2: ____________________