Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in West Bengal

Stamp duty is a tax paid to the West Bengal government when registering a property. It is calculated on the higher of the agreed sale price or the official government value (market value rates) for your locality. Applies to all West Bengal cities including Kolkata, Asansol, Howrah, Siliguri, Khulna, Durgapur.

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West Bengal Stamp Duty Rates (2026)

Category	Stamp Duty	Registration	Total
Property up to Rs 1Cr	5%	1%	6%
Property above Rs 1Cr	6%	1%	7%

How Stamp Duty is Calculated in West Bengal

Stamp duty in West Bengal is calculated on the higher of:

A. Agreed Sale Price

The price the buyer and seller settle on

B. Government Value

The official market value rates for your locality, from WB Registration

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 West Bengal instantly — so you know the stamp duty base before you negotiate.

Government Value Data for West Bengal

Stamp duty in West Bengal is calculated against the official market value rates published by Directorate of Registration & Stamp Revenue, WB. Kubera has 33,483 records from this portal.

Portal: WB RegistrationVerified: 2026-04-13View data source details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the stamp duty rate in West Bengal in 2026?

Stamp duty in West Bengal ranges from 5% to 6% 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 West Bengal?

Currently, West Bengal does not offer a specific women-only stamp duty concession. All buyers pay the same rate.

How is stamp duty calculated in West Bengal?

Stamp duty is calculated on the higher of: (a) the agreed sale price, or (b) the official government value (market value rates) for that locality. The Directorate of Registration & Stamp Revenue, WB publishes locality-wise government values. Kubera looks up this rate for you instantly.

Can I reduce stamp duty in West Bengal?

Stamp duty rates are set by the West Bengal 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 West Bengal 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 West Bengal registration department or a qualified legal advisor before making financial decisions.

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