Bengaluru (Bangalore) Stamp Duty & Registration Charges
Complete guide to stamp duty rates and registration fees for property transactions in Bengaluru (Bangalore). Use our free calculator to estimate costs. Rates vary by buyer type and jurisdiction.
5.5%
Max Stamp Duty
4.4%
Min Stamp Duty
1%
Registration Fee
BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike)
| Buyer Type | Stamp Duty | Registration | Fixed Fees | Total Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 5.5% | 1% | - | 6.5% |
| Female (1% concession) | 4.4% | 1% | - | 5.4% |
| Joint (Male & Female) | 5% | 1% | - | 6% |
BDA (Bangalore Development Authority - Outer Areas)
| Buyer Type | Stamp Duty | Registration | Fixed Fees | Total Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 5.5% | 1% | - | 6.5% |
| Female (1% concession) | 4.4% | 1% | - | 5.4% |
| Joint (Male & Female) | 5% | 1% | - | 6% |
How Charges are Calculated
Step 1: Determine Duty Base Value
The duty base is calculated as: max(circle_value, declared_price). If your declared price is lower than circle rate, the circle rate value will be used.
Step 2: Calculate Stamp Duty
Stamp Duty = Duty Base Value × Stamp Duty Rate
Step 3: Calculate Registration Fee
Registration Fee = Duty Base Value × Registration Rate
Example Calculation
For a flat worth ₹50 lakhs (circle value), purchased by a male buyer in General area:
- • Duty Base: ₹50,00,000
- • Stamp Duty (6%): ₹3,00,000
- • Registration (1%): ₹50,000
- • Total: ₹3,50,000
Benefits for Female Buyers
Bengaluru (Bangalore) offers reduced stamp duty rates for female buyers to encourage women property ownership. Female buyers typically save 2% on stamp duty compared to male buyers. For joint ownership, an average rate applies.
Stamp Duty & Registration Charges for Resale Flat in Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Stamp duty on resale flats in Bengaluru (Bangalore) is calculated the same way as new property. The duty is charged on the higher of the guidance value (circle rate) or declared sale price.
Example: ₹75 Lakh Resale Flat
- • Property Value: ₹75,00,000
- • Stamp Duty (Male, 5.5%): ₹4,12,500
- • Stamp Duty (Female, 4.4%): ₹3,30,000
- • Registration Fee (1%): ₹75,000
- • Total for Male: ₹4,87,500
- • Total for Female: ₹4,05,000
How to Save on Stamp Duty in Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Register in Woman's Name
Female buyers get 4.4% vs 5.5% for male buyers — saving 1.0999999999999996% on the property value.
Joint Ownership
Registering jointly with a female family member can get you an intermediate rate.
Section 80C Deduction
Claim stamp duty and registration charges under Section 80C of Income Tax Act (up to ₹1.5 lakh).
Verify Guidance Value
Ensure your property value is not inflated above the government guidance value to avoid excess duty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stamp duty in Bengaluru (Bangalore) ranges from 4.4% to 5.5% of the property value, depending on buyer type. Female buyers pay 4.4%, male buyers pay 5.5%. Registration charges are 1% additional. For a ₹50 lakh property, male buyer pays approximately ₹2,75,000 stamp duty + ₹50,000 registration.
Stamp duty on resale flat in Bengaluru (Bangalore) is the same as new property: 4.4%-5.5%. Stamp duty is calculated on the higher of the guidance value (circle rate) or declared sale price. Registration fee is 1%. There is no difference between new and resale property for stamp duty calculation.
Stamp duty in Bengaluru (Bangalore) is calculated on the higher of guidance value value or declared transaction price. The duty base is multiplied by the applicable stamp duty percentage (4.4%-5.5% depending on buyer type). Registration fee is typically 1% of the duty base.
Bengaluru (Bangalore) offers reduced stamp duty for female buyers (typically 2% lower than male buyers) to encourage women property ownership. Use our calculator to get exact rates for your property.
Registration fee in Bengaluru (Bangalore) is typically 1% of the property value (duty base). Some jurisdictions may have additional fixed fees. Check the rate tables above for your jurisdiction.
Ways to save: (1) Register in a female family member's name for lower rates, (2) Use joint ownership with a female co-owner, (3) Ensure the property value is not inflated above guidance value, (4) Claim stamp duty deduction under Section 80C (up to ₹1.5 lakh). Always verify with the sub-registrar office.
Use our free circle rate calculator for Bengaluru (Bangalore) - select your locality and property type to get the official rate. You can also view the complete circle rate table by area on our circle-rates page.
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