Andhra Pradesh Stamp Duty & Registration 2026
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Plain-English guide to the stamp duty and registration charges a property buyer in Andhra Pradesh must budget — with the real arithmetic on a ₹50 lakh property and the official online payment path.
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On a ₹50 lakh property in Andhra Pradesh, the cash you need for stamp duty + registration + cess is approximately ₹35,000 for male-only registration, dropping to ₹35,000 when the property is registered in a female buyer's name — a ₹0 saving. Source: /data/stamp-duty-data.ts, last verified 2026-04-01.
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/data/stamp-duty-data.ts - Source:https://registration.ap.gov.in
Rate sheet
| Charge | Male buyer | Female buyer | Joint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamp duty | 5% | 5% | 5% |
| Registration | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Surcharge / cess | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Effective total | 7.00% | 7.00% | 7.00% |
Last updated: 2026-04-01
Exemptions & concessions in Andhra Pradesh
- SC/ST buyers get 50% concession on stamp duty
- Properties under Rs 25L in Tier-3 cities get reduced rates
Paying stamp duty in Andhra Pradesh
- Compute the total stamp duty + registration + cess on your property value
- Decide the buyer's name to register under (female-only can save on stamp duty in many states)
- Go to the state e-stamp portal: https://registration.ap.gov.in
- Pay the stamp duty online and generate the e-stamp certificate (or franking at the bank)
- Book an appointment at the sub-registrar's office for registration
- Sign the sale deed in person with two witnesses and the seller
Official portal: https://registration.ap.gov.in
FAQ
- What is the stamp duty on property purchase in Andhra Pradesh in 2026?
- Andhra Pradesh charges 5% stamp duty for male buyers, 5% for female buyers. Registration charges are 0.5%. Total effective charge: 7% for male-only and 7% for female-only.
- Does Andhra Pradesh offer a stamp-duty discount for women buyers?
- Andhra Pradesh does not offer a separate female-buyer concession on stamp duty as of 2026-04-01.
- Can I pay Andhra Pradesh stamp duty online?
- Yes. Use the official state portal: https://registration.ap.gov.in. e-Stamp, e-challan, and franking are accepted forms.
- Is stamp duty added to my home loan?
- No. Banks finance the property value, not the stamp duty. You must arrange stamp duty and registration as cash from your own funds at the time of property registration — plan this separately from your down payment.
- What if I miss the Andhra Pradesh stamp duty payment window?
- Stamp duty is payable before or at the time of execution of the sale deed. Delay attracts penalty — typically 2% per month of delay, capped at 200% of the stamp duty. Registration must happen within 4 months of deed execution.
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Stamp duty rates may change with state budget announcements — always verify on the state portal before executing a sale deed. This page reflects 2026-04-01 data.