What is E-Stamp Paper?
E-Stamp paper is a computer-generated certificate issued by SHCIL (Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited) as an alternative to traditional physical stamp paper. It is the only legally valid method to pay stamp duty in Delhi for property registration and legal documents.
Physical stamp paper is NO LONGER VALID for property registration in Delhi. Only e-stamp certificates from authorized SHCIL centres are accepted at SROs. Any deed on physical stamp paper will be rejected.
How to Buy E-Stamp Paper in Delhi
- Visit an authorized SHCIL Collection Centre (listed below) or go to www.shcilestamp.com for online purchase
- Provide details: First party name (buyer), Second party name (seller), Purpose (Sale Deed/Gift Deed/etc.), Stamp duty amount, Property details
- Pay the stamp duty amount via cash/DD/NEFT/online transfer
- Receive the e-Stamp Certificate with a unique certificate number, barcode, and security features
- Get your deed printed on plain A4 paper and attach the e-stamp certificate as the first page
Tip: E-stamp can be purchased on the same day. No advance booking needed. Keep the original e-stamp certificate safely - if lost, you'll need to apply for a duplicate with police FIR.
Stamp Duty Rates in Delhi 2026
| Document Type | Male Buyer | Female Buyer | Joint (M+F) |
|---|
| Sale Deed | 6% | 4% | 5% |
| Gift Deed | 6% | 4% | 5% |
| Lease Deed (above 11 months) | 2% of (avg annual rent + security deposit) for up to 5 years |
| Rent Agreement (up to 5 years) | 2% of total rent + advance |
| Power of Attorney (GPA) | Rs.100 (General) / Same as Sale Deed (if for property sale) |
| Will Registration | Rs.100 |
| Relinquishment Deed | Same as Sale Deed (on share value) |
| Agreement to Sell | Rs.100 (if no possession given) |
Registration fee of 1% (max Rs.30,000) is additional and paid separately at the SRO.
How to Verify E-Stamp Paper
You can verify the authenticity of an e-stamp certificate online:
- Go to www.shcilestamp.com and click on "Verify e-Stamp"
- Enter the Certificate Number (printed on the e-stamp)
- Enter the Stamp Duty Amount
- Click Verify - the system will confirm if the certificate is genuine and show its current status (Used/Unused)
Always verify before accepting: Fraudulent e-stamps exist. If buying property, insist on verifying the seller's stamp paper online before signing. A fake e-stamp makes the entire deed invalid.
Authorized SHCIL Centres in Delhi
E-stamp paper can be purchased from any of the SHCIL authorized collection centres. Major locations include:
- Janakpuri District Centre (near Metro Station)
- Saket (near Select Citywalk Mall)
- Netaji Subhash Place (Pitampura)
- Connaught Place (Barakhamba Road)
- Laxmi Nagar (near Metro Station)
- Dwarka (Sector 6)
- Rohini (Sector 16)
Full list available at: www.shcilestamp.com > Authorized Collection Centres > Delhi
Validity & Important Rules
- E-stamp certificate is valid for 6 months from date of issue
- Must be purchased in the name of the first party (buyer/executant)
- Cannot be transferred to another person once issued
- Refund possible if unused - apply within 6 months with original certificate
- One e-stamp certificate per deed (combine multiple values if needed)
- Cannot be used for a different deed type than originally stated
- Overwritten/torn/damaged certificates are invalid
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