Yes, witnesses are mandatory for property registration in India. A witness plays a crucial role in validating the identity of the parties involved and attesting to their signatures on the registered deed. The presence of witnesses at the Sub-Registrar’s Office is essential at the time of registration.
NUMBER OF WITNESSES REQUIRED
A minimum of two witnesses is required for registering a property. Both witnesses must carry a valid, government-approved ID proof such as:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport
- Voter ID
- Driving License
WHO CAN ACT AS A WITNESS?
Anyone who meets the following criteria is eligible to act as a witness:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be of sound mind
- Should not be a party to the transaction (i.e., not the buyer or the seller)
Family members, friends, or colleagues who are not directly involved in the property transaction can serve as witnesses, provided they meet the above requirements.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM WITNESSES
The following details of each witness must be recorded in the registered deed:
- Full Name
- Age
- Gender
- Relative’s Name (e.g., Father’s Name, Husband’s Name, or Guardian’s Name)
- Full Residential Address
RECENT CASE EXAMPLE
In a recent Sale Deed registration we facilitated in Bangalore, it was mandatory to provide the details of two witnesses in the online application. These witnesses were also required to be physically present at the Sub-Registrar’s office during the registration process.
The sub-registrar’s office insisted on furnishing complete particulars of both witnesses, including:
- Full Name
- Age
- Gender
- Relative’s Name (such as Father’s/Husband’s/Guardian’s Name)
- Residential Address
We have highlighted the witness section from our registered Sale Deed for reference. This reinforces the importance of collecting and preparing all witness details in advance to ensure a smooth and hassle-free registration at the Sub-Registrar’s office.
In case the witnesses mentioned in the online application are unavailable on the day of registration, the details can be updated at the time of registration at the Sub-Registrar’s office by presenting alternate witnesses who meet the eligibility criteria.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
If you need any assistance with property registration or have questions about witness requirements, write to us.
- Email: pgnproperties@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +91-9742479020