Circle Rate Delhi 2026 - Area-Wise Property Rates

Why Were Circle Rates Introduced?

Before 2007, buyers could declare any value for their transaction. The Delhi government introduced circle rates on 18th July 2007 under the Delhi Stamp (Prevention of Undervaluation of Instruments) Rules, 2007.

Biggest Revision Since Introduction

Through Notification No. F1.(152)/Regn.br/Div.Com./HQ/2011/780 dated 4th December 2012, rates increased. Category A up to 2.5x, F-H smallest increase.

Commercial rates: 1.3x residential. Industrial: 0.9x residential.

The Rates Still in Effect Today (2026)

Revised on 20th September 2014. These remain in effect as of 2026 - over 11 years without revision.

Major Relief - 20% Reduction in Circle Rates

Stamp duty calculated on 80% of the notified circle rate. Savings: Rs.60,000 on Rs.50L property, Rs.1,20,000 on Rs.1Cr property (male buyer at 6%).

The Delhi government extended the 20% rebate on circle rates till 31st December 2021. Industry bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO had requested the extension to sustain market momentum.

On 30th December 2021, Delhi Revenue Department extended the 20% reduction in circle rates till 30th June 2022. The Omicron wave had created fresh uncertainty in the market.

Full Rates Restored

Revenue Department: "The circle rates notified on September 20, 2014 will be applicable from July 1." Male buyer on Rs.1 Cr property: stamp duty increased by +Rs.1,20,000. Female buyer: +Rs.80,000.

No Revision Since 2014

As of April 2026, the circle rates notified on 20th September 2014 continue to be in effect. In June 2025, CM Rekha Gupta announced a review committee. May introduce A+ category, increase rates up to 35%. No official revised notification issued yet.