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Himachal Pradesh Stamp Duty Calculator 2026

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Himachal Pradesh Stamp Duty Rates 2026

Property registration costs in Himachal Pradesh are determined by state-specific regulations. Calculations are typically based on the higher of the agreement value or the government guidance value (market value).

Total Registration Cost — Quick Reference

ValueRegionSDRegTotalEffective
₹15 LakhHimachal Pradesh₹90,000₹25,000₹1,15,0007.67%
₹30 LakhHimachal Pradesh₹1,80,000₹25,000₹2,05,0006.83%
₹50 LakhHimachal Pradesh₹3,00,000₹25,000₹3,25,0006.50%
₹75 LakhHimachal Pradesh₹6,00,000₹25,000₹6,25,0008.33%
Note: Slab-based with buyer-type concessions on the lower slab. Male: 6% (≤₹50L) / 8% (>₹50L). Female: 4% / 8%. Joint M+F: 5% / 8%. Company: 6% / 8%. **Non-residents acquiring agricultural land under Section 118 of the HP Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972: uniform 12% stamp duty** regardless of buyer gender or value (per Indian Stamp (HP Amendment) Bill 2025, effective 26 March 2025). The displayed slab rate above shows the male / company default; adjust for your applicable buyer category. 2% of property value, capped at ₹25,000. Applies to all buyer types.

Revenue Terms — English · Hindi · Hindi

Trilingual reference for common property registration and revenue terms in Himachal Pradesh.

EnglishHindiHindiTransliteration
Stamp Dutyमुद्रांक शुल्कमुद्रांक शुल्कMudrānk Shulk
Registration Feeपंजीकरण शुल्कपंजीकरण शुल्कPanjikaran Shulk

Legal Framework

  • The Indian Stamp Act, 1899 (HP) (भारतीय स्टांप अधिनियम)
  • The Registration Act, 1908 (पंजीकरण अधिनियम)
  • The Indian Registration (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Act, 1968 (भारतीय पंजीकरण (हिमाचल प्रदेश संशोधन) अधिनियम)
  • The Indian Stamp (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2025 (effective 26 March 2025) — establishes 12% uniform SD on Section-118 non-resident agricultural-land acquisitions (भारतीय स्टांप (हिमाचल प्रदेश संशोधन) अधिनियम, 2025)
  • Section 118, Himachal Pradesh Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972 — restricts non-resident acquisition of agricultural land in HP without state permission (धारा 118, हिमाचल प्रदेश काश्तकारी एवं भूमि सुधार अधिनियम, 1972)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the stamp duty in Himachal Pradesh in 2026?

HP follows a slab structure: 6% for properties up to ₹50 lakh and 8% above ₹50 lakh, for male and joint-with-male and corporate buyers. Female buyers get a concession on the lower slab — 4% (vs 6%) up to ₹50 lakh, 8% above. Joint (Male + Female) ownership pays 5% on the lower slab and 8% above. Registration fee is 2% capped at ₹25,000 (binds at ₹12.5L+). Stamp duty paid is eligible for Section 80C deduction (overall ₹1.5 lakh cap). Payment via SHCIL e-stamping or treasury challan.

What is the female stamp duty concession in Himachal Pradesh?

Women buyers pay 4% stamp duty on the lower slab (residential property valued up to ₹50 lakh) — a 2 percentage point concession vs the 6% male/company rate. Above ₹50 lakh, the rate is uniform 8% across all buyer types. The registration fee (2%, capped at ₹25,000) is the same for all buyer types.

What is the Section 118 (HP Tenancy Act) 12% rate?

Per the Indian Stamp (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2025 (effective 26 March 2025), non-residents acquiring agricultural land in HP under Section 118 of the HP Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972 attract a uniform 12% stamp duty regardless of buyer gender or property value. This is meant to discourage outsider acquisition of HP agricultural land. Buyers in this category should consult the local Sub-Registrar before relying on the standard 6%/8% slab rates shown in the calculator.

What are the joint and company stamp duty rates in HP?

Joint (Male + Female) ownership: 5% on the lower slab (≤₹50L), 8% above ₹50L — a 1pp concession vs the male rate on the lower slab only. Company / corporate buyers: 6% / 8%, the same as male buyers (no separate corporate concession in HP).

Are HP stamp duty and registration charges tax-deductible?

Yes. Under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961, stamp duty and registration charges paid on a self-occupied residential property can be claimed as a deduction up to an overall 80C cap of ₹1.5 lakh in a financial year, subject to conditions.

Source: Revenue Department, HP. HP Revenue Verified as of March 2026.

Disclaimer: Rates shown are indicative and based on publicly available government notifications as of 2026. Actual charges may vary based on property type, location classification, and applicable exemptions. Consult the Sub-Registrar office or a legal advisor for exact computation. 1acre.in is not liable for any discrepancy.