Stamp Duty in Assam — 2026
Stamp duty 8.25% + registration 8.25%. Use the calculator below for your exact property value.
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Stamp duty rates in Assam — at a glance
| Buyer type | Stamp duty | Registration | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male buyer | 8.25% | 8.25% | 16.50% |
| Female buyer | 8.25% | 8.25% | 16.50% |
| Joint (M + F) | 8.25% | 8.25% | 16.50% |
How stamp duty works in Assam
Stamp duty is a state government tax on legal documents — most commonly the sale deed when you buy a property. In Assam the standard rate is 8.25% of property value.
Unlike many Indian states, Assam does not currently offer a gender-based stamp duty discount. Male, female, and joint buyers all pay 8.25%.
On top of stamp duty, Assam charges a registration fee of 8.25% (no cap), which is paid to the sub-registrar at the time of deed registration.
Note: Stamp duty includes registration in some interpretations; verify locally.
The total upfront cost (stamp duty + registration) is typically 16.50% of property value for male buyers in Assam, before legal fees, GST on under-construction properties, and any society transfer charges.
Worked examples — total cost in Assam
| Property value | Male | Female | Joint |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹ 25,00,000 | ₹ 4,12,500 (16.50%) | ₹ 4,12,500 (16.50%) | ₹ 4,12,500 (16.50%) |
| ₹ 50,00,000 | ₹ 8,25,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 8,25,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 8,25,000 (16.50%) |
| ₹ 75,00,000 | ₹ 12,37,500 (16.50%) | ₹ 12,37,500 (16.50%) | ₹ 12,37,500 (16.50%) |
| ₹ 1,00,00,000 | ₹ 16,50,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 16,50,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 16,50,000 (16.50%) |
| ₹ 2,00,00,000 | ₹ 33,00,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 33,00,000 (16.50%) | ₹ 33,00,000 (16.50%) |
Stamp duty + registration combined. Percentages in brackets show total cost as a fraction of property value.
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Frequently asked questions about stamp duty in Assam
What is the stamp duty rate in Assam for 2026?
Stamp duty in Assam is approximately 8.25% of property value for male buyers, 8.25% for female buyers, and 8.25% for joint (male + female) registration. Registration charge is an additional 8.25% with no cap. Stamp duty includes registration in some interpretations; verify locally.
Is there a female-buyer stamp duty discount in Assam?
Assam does not currently offer a gender-based stamp duty discount. Both male and female buyers pay 8.25% on a sale deed. Stamp duty includes registration in some interpretations; verify locally.
How much is the registration charge in Assam?
Registration charge in Assam is 8.25% of property value with no cap. This is paid in addition to stamp duty when registering the sale deed at the sub-registrar's office.
Can I claim stamp duty in Assam as a tax deduction?
Yes — under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, stamp duty + registration charges paid on a residential property in Assam are deductible in the year of payment, within the overall ₹1.5 lakh 80C limit. Available only under the Old Tax Regime.
Do I also need to pay TDS on a property purchase in Assam?
Yes — separately from stamp duty, if the property value is ₹50 lakh or more, the buyer must deduct 1% TDS under Section 194-IA at payment to the seller and deposit via Form 26QB. Use the GSTBox TDS Calculator for the exact amount.