A gift deed transfers property without payment. A release (relinquishment) deed is used when a co-owner or heir gives up their share in favour of the others. Both have to be stamped and registered to be effective. GurugramHelp assists with drafting, stamping and registration.
Does a gift deed need to be registered?
Yes. A gift of immovable property has to be made by a registered document, signed by the donor and attested by at least two witnesses, and the recipient has to accept it while the donor is alive.
Gift deed
A gift deed suits transfers within the family where no money changes hands. Stamp duty on gifts to certain close relatives can differ from a sale, so check the current Haryana rates when the deed is prepared.
Release deed
When property is inherited by several people, one or more of them can release their share to the others through a registered release deed. It is common after a parent's death, and it simplifies a later sale or mutation.
What to get right
- A property description that matches the title documents
- Clear identification of the donor and recipient, or the releasor and releasee
- Whether any payment is involved, which changes the document
- Witnesses, stamp duty and registration
How GurugramHelp helps
We help prepare the deed, work out the stamp duty, and assist with the appointment and registration.
Common questions
Can a gift deed be revoked?
A registered gift can generally be revoked only in limited circumstances, such as a condition agreed in the deed itself. Treat it as final.
Is a release deed the same as a gift deed?
No. A release deed is between existing co-owners, where one gives up their share; a gift transfers property to someone who isn't already an owner.
Is mutation needed after a gift or release deed?
Yes. The revenue records should be updated to reflect the new position after registration.
Official resources
Rules, fees, forms and online workflows can change. Verify current information directly with the authority. All official portals