RERA Registration: Process, Fees and Required Documents

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In this arena, real estate is one of the fastest-growing businesses. Besides providing several investment opportunities, it contributes significantly to economic growth. In this investment, transparency is required to ensure that the buyer is satisfied with the appropriate development of the property.

RERA Registration plays a vital role in the real estate world. It helps to promote fair practices among the developers. In this article, we will discuss all about RERA Registration, its fees and required documents. If you are a real estate agent or builder this article will help you to get your registration hassle-free.

What is RERA Registration?

RERA Registration is a lawful procedure providing a legal license to the seller or builder to construct and develop the properties. RERA stands for “Real Estate Regulatory Authority” also known as “RERA Act”. This Act was issued by the Indian Government in May 2016 to protect the interest of home buyers and boost investment in the real estate industry.

In the RERA Act 2016, the Government of India clearly mentioned that RERA Registration is mandatory for every builder and developer who intends to sell any residential and commercial properties. This registration aids in maintaining transparency, accountability and efficiency among the buyer and seller.

Who can Apply for RERA Registration?

There are two main categories given below of the real estate industry that need RERA Registration such as:

  • 1.   Real Estate Builder or Developer:

    If there is a Builder/Developer/Promoter who developing any project that has land of more than 500 sq. meters and 8 apartments must get the RERA Registration. The Builder/Developer also has to update the construction progress and status to the authority.

  • 2.   Real Estate Agent:

    According to the RERA Act, anyone who is a real estate agent must first register with RERA. A unique registration number is assigned by the RERA authority to the agent, which serves as legal proof for the sale or purchase of a property. The registration number confirms that the agent complies with RERA.

The Procedure for RERA Registration

The step-wise procedure of RERA Registration is mentioned below:

Step 1- Prepare for Registration:

Before going for the RERA Registration whether you are a builder or agent, you should prepare all the necessary information regarding your work. In this preparation, the applicant should have project plans, and their approval by the competent authorities.

Step 2 - Filing Application:

After preparing and gathering all the necessary information and documents, the applicant must file the application for RERA Registration. During the filing application, all the details should be mentioned properly and appropriately. If the applicant does not provide proper information so, it has a higher chance of rejection and they could also have to pay the penalty as well.

However, the applicant must consult with a professional lawyer or attorney who will guide the complete procedure with every aspect. Litem Legalis can help you obtain a RERA certificate in a hassle-free manner.

Step 3 - Pay Fees:

Along with the RERA application, the applicant has to pay appropriate government fees. Every state has its own fee structure, for example, in Delhi, it requires INR 10,000 and in Uttar Pradesh, its fee is INR 25,000. So, the registration fees can vary on the state and project area.

Step 4 - Examination and Verification:

After submitting the application, the examination process begins. At this stage, the RERA authority examines and verifies all the details provided by the applicant. This complete procedure can take 30 days.

Step 5: Granting of Registration

When the Examination is done and approved by the authority a registration number is issued by them. This Registration Number serves as legal proof that the builder or agent complies with the RERA. The applicant has to mention this number on all marketing material.

Step 6: Regular Updates ( for builders)

If the applicant is a builder so, after the RERA Registration they have to do regular updates to the process of the project and construction. If they fail to update the progress detail they could face several penalties.

Required Documents for RERA Registration

Document requirements for real estate agents and builders/developers are different in some categories. The all Required documents for RERA Registration are provided below:

Documents for Agent Documents for Builder
  • Aadhar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Office Proof - Rent Agreement
  • ITR - Last 3 years
  • Passport size Photograph
  • PAN Card of Builder/ Promoter
  • Details of Land
  • Proof of the Land Possession
  • Details of Architects/ Engineer
  • Projects Schedule
  • Project Cost and Financing
  • Past 3 years' project descriptions

Government Fees for RERA Registration

The complete state-wise list of government fees for RERA Registration is given below:

RERA Registration Fees

State's Name Govt. Fees of RERA Registration for Individual Govt. Fees of RERA Registration for Other than Individual
Delhi ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Andhra Pradesh ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Arunachal Pradesh ₹ -- ₹ --
Assam ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Bihar ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Chhattisgarh ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Dadra & Nagar Haveli ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000*
Daman & Diu ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Goa ₹ 10,000 ₹ 1,00,000
Gujarat ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Haryana ₹ 25,000 ₹ 2,50,000
Himachal Pradesh ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Jammu & Kashmir ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Jharkhand ₹ 25,000 ₹ 2,50,000
Karnataka ₹ 25,000 ₹ 2,00,000
Kerala ₹ 25,000 ₹ 2,50,000
Ladakh ₹ -- ₹ --
Madhya Pradesh ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Maharashtra ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Manipur ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Meghalaya ₹ -- ₹ --
Mizoram ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Nagaland ₹ -- ₹ --
Odisha ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Puducherry ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Punjab ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Rajasthan ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Sikkim ₹ -- ₹ --
Tamil Nadu ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Telangana ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Tripura ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Uttarakhand ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000
Uttar Pradesh ₹ 50,000 ₹ 2,50,000
West Bengal ₹ 10,000 ₹ 50,000

Time taken for RERA Registration

As per the RERA Act, the RERA certificate is generally issued within 30 days by the RERA department of that particular state. But in many cases, the issuance might occur earlier or delayed. There may be several reasons and circumstances for the delay, such as incorrect submission of documents. Therefore, it is highly advisable to seek professional guidance where they may handle all the hustles and provide accurate legal advice as per the RERA rules & regulations.

Benefits of RERA Registration

RERA registration has several benefits for both buyers and builders/promoters. Some of them are mentioned here:

Homebuyers Builders or Promoters
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Protection Against Fraud
  • Grievance Redressal
  • Quality Assurance
  • Standardised Sales Agreement
  • Boosts Credibility
  • Access to Funds
  • Reduced Risk of Project Delays
  • Market Discipline
  • Clear Project Details
  • Enhanced Marketability

How can “Litem Legalis” help you?

Litem Legalis handles RERA registration, provides expert guidance, and handles dispute resolution in accordance with RERA. Providing preparation and review of documents, compliance audits, and ensuring smooth real estate transactions are factors we focus on. It is our goal to provide legal support for your real estate projects and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements.

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Conclusion

The RERA contributes significantly to the improvement of transparency, accountability, and fairness in the real estate sector. In addition to detailed project disclosures, timely completion guarantees, and robust grievance redress mechanisms, it offers homebuyers protection. By promoting ethical practices and a structured framework, builders gain better market credibility, better funding, and access to better financing. Compliance with RERA laws allows all parties to avoid problems and maintain a trustworthy real estate ecosystem. At Litem Legalis, we are committed to assisting you with every stage of the RERA process, including registration, documentation, and dispute resolution. Our knowledge guarantees that your real estate transactions are both legal and compliant, providing you peace of mind and confidence in your investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 aims to protect homebuyers and promote transparency in the real estate industry.

Every residential and commercial project that exceeds 500 square meters or eight apartments must register under RERA.

A key objective of RERA is to enhance transparency, ensure timely completion of projects, protect buyers from fraud, and establish a fast and efficient grievance redressal process.

Any builder who develops any project that has land of more than 500 sq. metres & 8 apartments and a Real Estate agent needs to Register under RERA.