Stamp Duty in Kolkata (2026)
Stamp duty in Kolkata is 7% for male buyers (same for both genders). Registration charge is 1%. 1% additional stamp duty for properties within KMC (Kolkata Municipal Corporation). Total all-in charges are approximately ~8% for men.
Last updated: 2026-06-03
Kolkata Stamp Duty Breakdown
| Component | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Stamp duty | 7% | 7% |
| Registration charge | 1% | |
| Additional charges | 1% additional stamp duty for properties within KMC (Kolkata Municipal Corporation) | |
| Total effective rate | ~8% | ~8% |
Note: Kolkata properties within KMC limits attract an additional 1% stamp duty (total 7%) plus 1% registration. Properties in suburban/rural West Bengal pay 6% stamp duty. The KMC premium pushes all-in charges to ~8%.
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Women Buyer Discount Available
A woman buyer saves ₹50,000 on this property compared to a male buyer in Maharashtra.
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Stamp Duty FAQs — Kolkata
What is the stamp duty rate in Kolkata in 2026?
Stamp duty in Kolkata is 7% for male buyers and 7% for female buyers. 1% additional stamp duty for properties within KMC (Kolkata Municipal Corporation). Registration charge is 1%. The total effective rate is approximately ~8% for men and ~8% for women.
Do women get a concession on stamp duty in Kolkata?
No gender-based concession in West Bengal for stamp duty; 2% women's rebate on registration in some cases. The stamp duty rate is the same (7%) for both men and women in Kolkata.
What is the total cost of property registration in Kolkata?
The total government charges for buying property in Kolkata are approximately ~8% for male buyers (stamp duty 7% + registration 1% + 1% additional stamp duty for properties within kmc (kolkata municipal corporation)). On a ₹1 crore property, that is roughly ₹8,00,000 in government charges alone.
What makes Kolkata's stamp duty different from the rest of West Bengal?
Kolkata properties within KMC limits attract an additional 1% stamp duty (total 7%) plus 1% registration. Properties in suburban/rural West Bengal pay 6% stamp duty. The KMC premium pushes all-in charges to ~8%.
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Disclaimer: Stamp duty rates are based on publicly available data from state registration portals and reputable sources as of June 2026. Rates are indicative and may change; verify with the sub-registrar office in Kolkata before finalizing your purchase. Source: WBSR + KMC Property Tax Portal, June 2026. Educational information, not legal advice.