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Introduction
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THE KARNATAKA STAMP ACT, 1957
The Karnataka Stamp Act, 1957 is a law that governs the use of stamps in the state of Karnataka. It consolidates and amends the laws relating to stamps that were previously in force in the state. The Act defines a stamp as “a paper impressed with an adhesive stamp or a stamp denoting the payment of duty”. It also prescribes the rates of stamp duty payable on various documents and instruments.
Some of the key provisions of the Karnataka Stamp Act, 1957 are:
- The Act requires that all documents and instruments that are subject to stamp duty must be stamped in accordance with the Act.
- The Act prescribes the rates of stamp duty payable on various documents and instruments.
- The Act provides for the punishment of persons who fail to comply with the provisions of the Act.
- The Act also provides for the recovery of unpaid stamp duty.
Stamp Duty in Karnataka
| Document | Explanation | Stamp Duty |
|---|---|---|
| Administration Bond | A bond filed by administrators of an estate. | Rs. 5 |
| Adoption Deed | Legal document formalizing the adoption of a person. | Rs. 500 |
| Affidavit | A written statement of facts sworn to be true. | Rs. 20 |
| Agreement or Memorandum of an Agreement | A contract between parties outlining terms and conditions. | Rs. 1 for every 10,000 |
| Agreement related to deposit of Title-Deeds, Pawn or Pledge | Document related to the deposit or pledge of assets. | 0.1 percent on the loan or debt |
| Appointment in Execution of Power | Document appointing someone to execute a power. | Rs. 1000 |
| Appraisement or Valuation | Document relating to the appraisal or valuation of property. | Rs. 100 |
| Apprenticeship Deed | Agreement outlining terms of an apprenticeship. | Rs. 100 |
| Articles of Association of a Company | Document detailing regulations for a company’s operation. | Rs. 1000 for every 10,00,000 subject to a maximum of 50,00,000 |
| Articles of Clerkship | Document related to a clerk’s articles of training. | Rs. 250 |
| more than 5 Crores | Legal decision or judgment by an arbitrator. | (a) Same duty as conveyance on the market value of the property or consideration, whichever is higher. |
| Bill of Exchange | Written order to pay a certain amount to a specific party. | Rs. 5 |
| Bottomry Bond | Bond related to maritime law, involving ship and cargo. | 50 paise for every Rs. 500 |
| Cancellation | Document cancelling a previous agreement or transaction. | Rs. 100 |
| Certificate of Sale | Document certifying the sale of property. | Rs. 1 on Every Rs.1000 |
| Certificate or Other Document | General term for various types of certificates. | Rs. 1 on Every Rs.1000 |
| Charter Party | Agreement for hiring a whole or part of a ship. | Rs. 100 |
| Composition Deed | Agreement settling terms of debt repayment. | Rs. 200 |
| Conveyance | Transfer of property ownership. | Rs. 5 on Every Rs. 100 |
| Conveyance in the nature of part performance | Conveyance showing partial transfer. | 90% of (Rs. 5 on Every Rs. 100) |
| Copy or extract | Duplicate copy or extract of a document. | Rs. 10 |
| Counterpart or duplicate | Duplicate or counterpart of an original document. | Rs. 500 |
| Customs Bond | Bond related to customs duties or taxes. | Rs. 5 |
| Debenture | Document evidencing a loan or debt. | Rs. 3.75 on every Rs. 500 |
| Divorce | Legal dissolution of a marriage. | Rs. 100 |
| Entry as an advocate, vakil, or attorney on the roll of any high court | Enrolment as a legal practitioner. | Rs. 500 (Advocate/Vakil), Rs. 250 (Attorney) |
| Further Charge | Additional charge on an existing mortgage. | Rs. .005 on Every Rs. 100 |
| Lease | Legal agreement for property use. | Explained Here |
| Letter of allotment of shares | Letter confirming allocation of shares in a company. | Rupee 1 |
| Letter of Credit (Letter of Guarantee) | Financial instrument to ensure payment to a third party. | Rupee 1 |
| Letter of License | Document granting a license for certain actions. | Rs. 100 |
| Memorandum of association of a company | Legal document outlining company’s constitution. | Rs. 1000 |
| Order for the payment of money | Official order for the payment of a certain amount. | Rupee 1 |
| Partnership Deed | Agreement outlining terms of partnership. | Rs. 2000 |
| Dissolution of Partnership | Document regarding the dissolution of a partnership. | Rs. 1000 |
| Power of Attorney | Authorization to act on someone’s behalf. | Rs. 200 |
| Protest of Bill or Note | Formal declaration of dishonor of a negotiable instrument. | Rs 10 |
| Surrender of Lease | Document surrendering a lease agreement. | Rs.100 |
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- Swift Processing: Once you’ve submitted your details, sit back and relax. Within 15 minutes, you’ll receive the soft copy of the stamp paper on your WhatsApp number.
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- Simpler Than Physically Obtaining Stamp Paper Skip the queues and save time by obtaining stamp papers online. With eSahayak, the process is streamlined, eliminating the need for physical visits.
- Error Avoidance and Editing Convenience Before placing your final order, our system prompts you to review and reconfirm the stamp paper details. This step minimises the chances of errors and allows for corrections and edits before proceeding.
- Timely Availability With eSahayak, you can count on timely availability. Receive your stamp papers promptly without any unnecessary delays.
- Digital Accessibility and Security Say goodbye to the risk of losing physical documents. eSahayak ensures that your stamp papers are always digitally accessible, providing you with peace of mind.
- Nationwide Access from the Comfort of Your Home No matter where you are in the country, you can place stamp duty orders through eSahayak from the comfort of your home. Our platform is designed to cater to your needs, regardless of your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all stamp papers procured through eSahayak are legally valid and comply with the regulations of your state.