{"id":4807,"date":"2024-08-02T07:28:05","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T07:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.bricknbolt.com\/?p=4807"},"modified":"2024-08-02T07:28:05","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T07:28:05","slug":"what-is-a-rectification-deed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/index.php\/permits-and-legal\/what-is-a-rectification-deed\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Rectification Deed: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As a property buyer, seller, or real estate professional, you may encounter errors or inaccuracies in property-related documents, such as sale deeds, title deeds, or purchase agreements. This blog aims to give you a full understanding of rectification deeds. And ensure that your property transactions are smooth and hassle-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Rectification Deed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-1.webp\" alt=\"Rectification Deed\" class=\"wp-image-4812\" style=\"width:900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-1-300x170.webp 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-1-768x435.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A rectification deed is a legal tool. It corrects errors in past property documents, like sale deeds, title deeds, and purchase agreements. It ensures that the document reflects the parties&#8217; original intent. It prevents disputes from clerical mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conditions for executing a rectification deed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The error in the original deed must be genuine and unintentional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All parties involved in the original deed must mutually agree to the rectification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The rectification deed can only correct factual errors and not legal mistakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both parties &#8216; interests should remain the same due to the rectification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sub-registrar must be convinced that the error in the original document was inadvertent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The parties must appear before the sub-registrar to register the rectification deed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the time limit for executing a rectification deed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no specific time limit prescribed by law for executing a rectification deed. However, it is advisable to correct errors as soon as they are discovered to prevent any legal complications or disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much cost of rectification deed stamp duty?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/permits-and-legal\/stamp-duty-on-home-loan\">stamp duty <\/a>for a rectification deed varies depending on the state and the nature of the error being corrected. In some cases, a nominal fee of Rs. 100 may be charged for minor corrections, while more significant errors may attract higher stamp duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to create a rectification deed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Identifying the error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Draft a rectification deed that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Corrective statement outlining the text that needs correction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reference to the original document, including the date and parties involved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mutual agreement clause confirming all parties agree to the corrections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Get signatures from all parties in the original document. If the original owner has passed away, their legal heirs must be involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Both parties must go to the sub-registrar with supporting documents and pay the stamp duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to register a rectification deed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visit the sub-registrar&#8217;s Office<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both parties involved must visit the sub-registrar&#8217;s office where the original deed was registered. This is required even if the rectification deed is being executed online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Apply.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply the sub-registrar seeking correction of the error in the original document. Attach all supporting documents proving the error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pay the stamp duty.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is usually a nominal fee of Rs. 100 for minor corrections. However, if major changes are being made, higher stamp duty may be applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Witness Requirement<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the original document is changing a lot, the sub-registrar may require two witnesses from each party to be present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Online Registration<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some states allow online appointments and stamp duty payments for rectification deeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">State-wise official sites for rectification deed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many states in India have dedicated websites for online registration of rectification deeds. Some prominent states websites are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Bihar:<a href=\"http:\/\/bhumijankari.bihar.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> http:\/\/bhumijankari.bihar.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Delhi:<a href=\"http:\/\/revenue.delhi.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> http:\/\/revenue.delhi.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Gujarat:<a href=\"https:\/\/services.india.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/services.india.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Karnataka:<a href=\"https:\/\/kaverionline.karnataka.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> https:\/\/kaverionline.karnataka.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Maharashtra:<a href=\"https:\/\/gras.mahakosh.gov.in\/igr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> https:\/\/gras.mahakosh.gov.in\/igr\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Tamil Nadu:<a href=\"https:\/\/tnreginet.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> https:\/\/tnreginet.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Uttar Pradesh:<a href=\"https:\/\/igrsup.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> https:\/\/igrsup.gov.in<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rectification deed format<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Corrective statement:<\/strong> Clearly outlines the error and the correction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Original document reference: <\/strong>It includes its date and parties involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Mutual agreement clause:<\/strong> Confirms that all parties agree to the correction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The format below can change based on the specific requirements. It is for the changes to the original property document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><em>This deed of rectification is executed at [Place], on [Date], between:[Name], son\/daughter of [Father&#8217;s Name], residing at [Address], hereinafter referred to as the &#8220;Rectifier\/Vendor&#8221;, which term includes its successors and assigns of the ONE PART;<\/em><br><br><em>And[Name], son\/daughter of [Father&#8217;s Name], residing at [Address], hereinafter referred to as the &#8220;Purchaser\/Buyer&#8221;, which term includes his heirs, executors, administrators, representatives, and assigns of the OTHER PART.<\/em><br><br><em>WHEREAS:<\/em><br><br><em>A. The property was sold by the Rectifier in favour of the Purchaser herein in and by a sale deed dated [Date] and registered as Document No. [Number] in the file of the Sub Registrar of [Location], hereinafter referred to as the &#8220;Principal Deed&#8221;.<\/em><br><br><em>B. In the Principal Deed dated [Date] in line [Number] of page number [Number], the [description of error] was wrongly [details of error].<\/em><br><br><em>C. This [type of error] has come to the knowledge of the above-said Purchaser and the Purchaser has requested the Rectifier\/Vendor to rectify the same.<\/em><br><br><em>NOW THIS DEED OF RECTIFICATION WITNESSETH AS FOLLOWS:<\/em><br><br><em>1. That in the Principal Deed dated [Date] in line [Number] of page number [Number], the [description of error] is hereby rectified as [corrected details].<\/em><br><br><em>2. That no consideration has been received by the Rectifier for executing this Deed of Rectification.<\/em><br><br><em>IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Deed of Rectification on the day, month, and year first above written.<\/em><br><br><em>[Signatures of Rectifier\/Vendor and Purchaser\/Buyer]<\/em><br><br><em>Witnesses:<\/em><br><em>1. [Name, Address]<\/em><br><br><em>2. [Name, Address]<\/em><br><br><em>This rectification deed format includes:<\/em><br><br><em>1. Proper identification of the parties involved.<\/em><br><em>2. Recitals stating the background and reason for rectification.<\/em><br><em>3. The operative part clearly states the correction being made.<\/em><br><em>4. Confirmation of no additional considerations.<\/em><br><em>5. Signatures of the parties and witnesses.<\/em><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key facts to remember about the rectification deed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-2.webp\" alt=\"facts to remember about the rectification deed\" class=\"wp-image-4814\" style=\"width:900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-2.webp 1000w, https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-2-300x170.webp 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-preprod.bricknbolt.com\/blogs-and-articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Rectification-Deed-2-768x435.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Honest mistake:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The errors in the original document must be genuine and unintentional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Joint execution:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the rectification deed, both the buyer and the seller should consent to its signing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Registration:&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The rectification deed required certain formalities to be complied with to make it effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Legal remedy against its rectification:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A rectification deed was executed fraudulently or against all the parties\u2019 interests. In that case, it can be contested in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, a rectification deed is a necessary legal tool. It fixes mistakes in property documents. But, it lacks power if not done with mutual consent and registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1725012535690\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. <strong>Does a deed of rectification need to be stamped?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, a rectification deed requires stamp duty. The duty can vary by state and by the kind of error being corrected.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1725012577659\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. <strong>What is the difference between a rectification deed and a correction deed?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Rectification deeds and correction deeds are used interchangeably. They refer to the same legal tool used to correct errors in property documents.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1725012586054\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. <strong>Can the rectification deed be cancelled?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can cancel a rectification deed if it has fraud or lacks consent from all the affected parties. In such cases, the affected party can only seek legal redress by suing the deed.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a property buyer, seller, or real estate professional, you may encounter errors or inaccuracies in property-related documents, such as sale deeds, title deeds, or purchase agreements. This blog aims to give you a full understanding of rectification deeds. And ensure that your property transactions are smooth and hassle-free. 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