How to Register a Flat in Hyderabad – Cost & Procedure (2025 Guide)

How to Register a Flat in Hyderabad – Cost & Procedure (2025 Guide)

Registering your flat is the final and legal step to becoming the rightful owner. In Hyderabad, flat registration involves paying stamp duty, visiting the Sub-Registrar Office (SRO), and getting your sale deed officially recorded. This guide explains the flat registration process in Telangana, along with the latest charges and documents required.

🧾 What Is Property Registration?

Property registration is the legal process of transferring ownership of the flat from the builder/seller to the buyer by recording the sale deed with the government.

Once registered:

• You are the legal owner
• The transaction becomes part of public record
• You receive a Registered Sale Deed as proof of ownership

📌 Mandatory under the Registration Act, 1908

✅ Step-by-Step Procedure to Register a Flat in Hyderabad

✅ Step 1: Verify the Final Sale Deed

Your builder will prepare a Sale Deed draft, which should include:

• Buyer & seller (builder) details
• Flat number, tower, super built-up area
• Total cost (base price + taxes + amenities)
• Payment confirmation
• Stamp duty clause
• Possession and OC references

🛡️ Tip: Get the draft reviewed by a property lawyer before proceeding.

✅ Step 2: Collect Required Documents

From Builder/Seller:

• Copy of Sale Deed
• Occupancy Certificate (OC)
• GHMC/HMDA Approvals
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
• PAN of builder/company
• RERA registration details

From Buyer:

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• Passport-size photo
• Sale Agreement copy
• Loan sanction letter (if applicable)
• Khata number / Assessment number (for property tax)

✅ Step 3: Calculate Registration Charges

Component	Rate (as per Telangana Govt)
Stamp Duty	4.0% of property value
Transfer Duty (Registration)	0.5% of property value
Capital Gains Surcharge	1.5% of property value (Transfer Duty)
Document Preparation Fee	₹1,000 – ₹2,000
Total Registration Cost	~6% to 7% of the agreement value

📌 Example:
For a flat worth ₹60 lakhs
→ Registration cost ≈ ₹3.6L–₹4.2L

✅ Step 4: Book a Slot at the SRO (Sub-Registrar Office)

You can book online appointment on:
🔗 https://registration.telangana.gov.in

• Choose “Online Slot Booking”
• Select your district, SRO office, and date
• Upload soft copies of Sale Deed and documents
• Get a confirmation slip

✅ Step 5: Pay Stamp Duty & Registration Charges

• Pay online via Challan (GRAS system)
• Or deposit at the Sub-Registrar Office (SRO)

💡 Keep the challan receipt or printout as proof

✅ Step 6: Attend the Registration Appointment

At the SRO office:

• Buyer and seller (or authorized builder rep) must be present
• Submit documents and challan
• Biometrics and photographs will be taken
• Sale deed is scanned and digitally recorded

✅ You’ll receive:

• Registered Sale Deed (physical + digital copy)
• Acknowledgment and property registration number

🏦 Home Loan Buyers: Extra Step

If you’re buying through a home loan, the bank usually:

• Holds the original registered Sale Deed
• Provides you a certified copy
• Registers the mortgage deed with the SRO

📌 Inform your loan manager before registration and coordinate with them.

⚠️ Red Flags to Avoid

• Registering without an Occupancy Certificate
• Undervalued property to save stamp duty (illegal)
• Not verifying title deed and EC before registration
• Letting someone else register without a registered Power of Attorney

💬 FAQs – Flat Registration in Hyderabad

1. Can I register a flat without an OC?
   ➡ No. It’s risky and often illegal. Wait until OC is issued.
2. How long does the registration take?
   ➡ The process at SRO takes 1–2 hours. The registered deed is issued same day or within a week.
3. Do I need a lawyer for registration?
   ➡ Not mandatory but recommended for legal clarity.
4. Can registration be done online?
   ➡ You can book a slot and pay online, but physical presence is required at SRO.

📞 Final Thoughts + CTA

Flat registration is not just paperwork — it’s legal proof of your ownership. Never skip document checks and always verify charges with your builder or registrar.

💬 Need help registering your flat in Hyderabad?
👉 Chat with our legal expert on WhatsApp or Fill out this form — we’ll assist you with cost estimates, document prep, and SRO appointments.

✅ Categories:

• Legal Guide
• Buying Guide
• Property Registration

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