Stamp Duty in Puducherry (UT) — 2026
Stamp duty 7% + registration 4%. Use the calculator below for your exact property value.
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Stamp duty rates in Puducherry (UT) — at a glance
| Buyer type | Stamp duty | Registration | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male buyer | 7% | 4% | 11.00% |
| Female buyer | 7% | 4% | 11.00% |
| Joint (M + F) | 7% | 4% | 11.00% |
How stamp duty works in Puducherry (UT)
Stamp duty is a state government tax on legal documents — most commonly the sale deed when you buy a property. In Puducherry (UT) the standard rate is 7% of property value.
Unlike many Indian states, Puducherry (UT) does not currently offer a gender-based stamp duty discount. Male, female, and joint buyers all pay 7%.
On top of stamp duty, Puducherry (UT) charges a registration fee of 4% (no cap), which is paid to the sub-registrar at the time of deed registration.
The total upfront cost (stamp duty + registration) is typically 11.00% of property value for male buyers in Puducherry (UT), before legal fees, GST on under-construction properties, and any society transfer charges.
Worked examples — total cost in Puducherry (UT)
| Property value | Male | Female | Joint |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹ 25,00,000 | ₹ 2,75,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 2,75,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 2,75,000 (11.00%) |
| ₹ 50,00,000 | ₹ 5,50,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 5,50,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 5,50,000 (11.00%) |
| ₹ 75,00,000 | ₹ 8,25,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 8,25,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 8,25,000 (11.00%) |
| ₹ 1,00,00,000 | ₹ 11,00,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 11,00,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 11,00,000 (11.00%) |
| ₹ 2,00,00,000 | ₹ 22,00,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 22,00,000 (11.00%) | ₹ 22,00,000 (11.00%) |
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 Puducherry (UT)
What is the stamp duty rate in Puducherry (UT) for 2026?
Stamp duty in Puducherry (UT) is approximately 7% of property value for male buyers, 7% for female buyers, and 7% for joint (male + female) registration. Registration charge is an additional 4% with no cap.
Is there a female-buyer stamp duty discount in Puducherry (UT)?
Puducherry (UT) does not currently offer a gender-based stamp duty discount. Both male and female buyers pay 7% on a sale deed.
How much is the registration charge in Puducherry (UT)?
Registration charge in Puducherry (UT) is 4% 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 Puducherry (UT) as a tax deduction?
Yes — under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, stamp duty + registration charges paid on a residential property in Puducherry (UT) 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 Puducherry (UT)?
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.