Short-term residential/commercial rent agreement.
A Rent Agreement sets out the terms of a residential or commercial tenancy — rent, security deposit, duration, and each party's obligations. Most rent agreements in India are drawn up for 11 months specifically to avoid mandatory registration requirements that apply to longer terms in many states.
Under the Registration Act, 1908, leases of 12 months or more generally require compulsory registration in most states — an 11-month term avoids that requirement, which is why it's the common default.
Yes, typically — the amount and method (physical stamp paper vs. e-stamping) vary by state.
The agreement is usually renewed (a fresh agreement, or a renewal endorsement) if both parties want to continue.
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