Power of Attorney in Maharashtra

Authorise someone to act on your behalf — property, banking, court, government work. 50+ variants.

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⚖️ Power of Attorney stamp duty & registration in Maharashtra

  • Stamp duty: 6% of consideration
  • Registration fee: 1% of consideration
  • Validity: Until revoked or until the specific purpose is complete. NRI POAs typically expire after the stated period.
  • Regulator: Maharashtra Department of Registration & Stamps (IGR)

💡 Maharashtra adds a 1% metro cess in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik on top of the headline 5% stamp duty.

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🎯 When you need a Power of Attorney in Maharashtra

  • NRI selling Indian property without flying back
  • Authorising a family member to operate your bank account
  • Court appearances on behalf of an elderly parent
  • Managing rental collection while travelling
  • Vehicle sale or registration when out of station

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is a Power of Attorney legally valid in India?

Yes — under the Powers of Attorney Act 1882. Special POAs for one-off acts are valid as soon as executed; General POAs covering property transactions must be registered at the Sub-Registrar.

Does a Power of Attorney need to be registered?

Special POAs (one specific act) require only notarisation. General POAs covering immovable property transactions must be registered under Section 17 of the Registration Act.

Can an NRI execute a Power of Attorney from abroad?

Yes — the POA must be signed before an Indian Embassy/Consulate (consular POA) or apostilled in the country of residence, then adjudicated and stamped in India within 3 months.

How do I revoke a Power of Attorney?

Execute a notarised Revocation Deed, inform the attorney in writing, and publish a notice in a local newspaper. For registered POAs, the revocation must also be registered.

What is the difference between SPA and GPA?

Special Power of Attorney (SPA) authorises one specific act (e.g., signing a sale deed). General Power of Attorney (GPA) authorises a broad set of acts; banned for property transfer post-2011 Supreme Court ruling.

🔗 Related documents for Maharashtra

Sale Deed

Legally transfer ownership of land, flat, or commercial property under the Indian Registration Act.

Affidavit

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Rent Agreement

11-month residential or commercial rent agreement — landlord-and-tenant balanced, ready for stamp paper.

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