Stamp duty is a mandatory tax imposed on property transactions by the state government. Read this blog for an informative guide on Stamp Duty and Registration charges in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Stamp duty in West Bengal is levied on various types of property transactions, including property sales, gift deeds, mortgage deeds, lease agreements, and exchange deeds. It is calculated as a percentage of the property's market value or the consideration amount mentioned in the agreement, whichever is higher.

Several factors affect the Stamp Duty rates in West Bengal, including property type, gender, age, the property's market value, and its location. For example, flat Registration Charges in Godrej Platinum in Alipore will be higher than properties in rural areas of Kolkata.

Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in West Bengal 2022-23

In incorporation areas such as Howrah and Kolkata, the government offers a 2% rebate on Stamp Duty for properties registered up to September 30, 2023. Furthermore, there is a 10% rebate on circle rates for such properties. Currently, new Stamp Duty rates in West Bengal stand at 5% for properties valued below INR 25 lakh and 6% for those above INR 25 lakh. Female buyers are subject to the same Stamp Duty rates and Registration fee of 1% of the property's value across all locations.

Procedure to Pay Stamp Duty in West Bengal

Stamp Duty can be paid online, by non-judicial stamp paper, or by franking, depending on the value of the transaction and the preference of the parties involved. The online method is as follows:

Log in to the GRIPS portal, ‘Payment of Taxes & Non-Taxes Revenue
’Select ‘Directorate of Registration and Stamp Revenue and ‘Payment of Stamp Duty and Registration Fee’ to pay the IGR WB registration fees
Enter your personal information and provide the Query Year and number mentioned on the e-assessment slip
Click on ‘Online Payment
Download the e-challan containing the GRN (Government Reference Number) and BRN (Bank Reference Number) for future reference

How to Calculate Land Registration Fees in West Bengal

Go to the West Bengal Registration website - 'E-services'
Select 'Calculator for SD, RF, and MV'. It opens a new window to choose the appropriate option for your case
Click on 'Stamp Duty and Registration Charges', and select transaction type and institution
Fill in the required information. The screen will show the Stamp Duty and Registration Charges specific to your property in West Bengal

The Final Word

Stamp Duty rates vary for rural and urban areas, so it’s prudent to check with the relevant authorities to make the right decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Stamp Duty applicable to an inherited property or one that has been received as a gift?

Ans: Yes, Stamp Duty is generally applicable to both. However, the rates differ for such transactions.

2. Are there any penalties for non-payment of Stamp Duty in West Bengal?

Ans: In the event of default, the penalty for non-payment can range from 2% to a maximum of 200% of the outstanding amount of Stamp Duty in West Bengal.

Stamp Duty and Registration Charges in West Bengal

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