Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in Tamil Nadu

Stamp duty is a tax paid to the Tamil Nadu government when registering a property. It is calculated on the higher of the agreed sale price or the official government value (guideline values) for your locality. Applies to all Tamil Nadu cities including Chennai, Kanyakumari, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Tirupur.

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Tamil Nadu Stamp Duty Rates (2026)

CategoryStamp DutyRegistrationTotal
Male buyer7%4%11%
Female buyer7%4%11%
Note: No gender-based concession. Total is among the highest in India.

How Stamp Duty is Calculated in Tamil Nadu

Stamp duty in Tamil Nadu is calculated on the higher of:

A. Agreed Sale Price

The price the buyer and seller settle on

B. Government Value

The official guideline values for your locality, from TNREGINET

If you agree to buy a flat for Rs 60L but the government value for that locality works out to Rs 65L, stamp duty is calculated on Rs 65L (the higher number). This is why knowing the government value before negotiating is critical.

Kubera AVM shows you the official government value for any locality in Tamil Nadu instantly — so you know the stamp duty base before you negotiate.

Government Value Data for Tamil Nadu

Stamp duty in Tamil Nadu is calculated against the official guideline values published by Inspector General of Registration, Tamil Nadu. Kubera has 39,048 records from this portal.

Portal: TNREGINETVerified: 2026-04-13View data source details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the stamp duty rate in Tamil Nadu in 2026?
Stamp duty in Tamil Nadu ranges from 7% to 7% depending on buyer category and property location. Registration charges are additional. See the full rate table above.
Do women get a discount on stamp duty in Tamil Nadu?
Currently, Tamil Nadu does not offer a specific women-only stamp duty concession. All buyers pay the same rate.
How is stamp duty calculated in Tamil Nadu?
Stamp duty is calculated on the higher of: (a) the agreed sale price, or (b) the official government value (guideline values) for that locality. The Inspector General of Registration, Tamil Nadu publishes locality-wise government values. Kubera looks up this rate for you instantly.
Can I reduce stamp duty in Tamil Nadu?
Stamp duty rates are set by the Tamil Nadu government and cannot be negotiated. However, you can: (1) register the property in a woman's name for a lower rate (in states that offer this concession), (2) check if first-time buyer schemes apply, and (3) use Kubera to verify the government value — paying stamp duty on an inflated base costs you more.

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Disclaimer: Stamp duty rates shown on this page are for general reference only and may have been revised by the Tamil Nadu government since our last update (2026). Actual rates may vary based on property type, location, and applicable surcharges. Always verify the latest rates with the official Tamil Nadu registration department or a qualified legal advisor before making financial decisions.

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