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How to Draft a Mortgage Deed in Bangalore? (2026 Template)

Mukeshram G
Mukeshram GUpdated on: July 15, 2026
How to Draft a Mortgage Deed in Bangalore? (2026 Template)

Get the ultimate 2026 Bangalore mortgage deed template for flats, land, and buildings. Learn Kaveri 2.0 registration steps, stamp duty, and expert legal tips.

Quick Summary: (TL; DR)

This comprehensive 2026 Bangalore guide outlines standard mortgage deed templates for flats, land, and residential buildings. It details essential legal clauses, step-by-step registration on the Kaveri 2.0 platform, and updated Karnataka stamp duty and registration fees. Protect your real estate transactions with direct, expert-backed legal advice and secure templates.

What is a Mortgage Deed and Why is it Used in Bangalore?

Mortgage Deed is a document. It is used when a property owner transfers their property to a lender. This transfer is done as security for a loan. The borrower gets to use the property. The lender has a claim, on it.

Without a Mortgage Deed lenders do not have the right to sell the property in court. This happens if the borrower fails to repay the loan. In Bangalore people often use Mortgage Deeds to get loans. They use these loans to buy homes.

Usually Mortgage Deeds are created through documents. These documents are prepared by lawyers. They help people get loans. People use these loans to buy residences in Bangalore. A Mortgage Deed protects both the borrower and the lender. It makes sure that the borrower can use the property. The lender can also recover their money.

What is the Difference Between a Simple Mortgage and an MODT?

A simple mortgage refers to a fully registered mortgage under section 58(b) of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, created for private individuals or non-banking corporations. The MODT (memorandum of deposit of title deeds) is an equitable mortgage used by commercial banks for deposits of documents against which the bank will charge a security interest. This mortgage creates and registers a memorandum.

While a simple mortgage carries a statutory cap on its registration fee in Karnataka, an MODT does not. This means high-value bank loans in Bangalore often incur substantial registration expenses because the MODT fee scale runs continuously without a ceiling.

Comparison Feature

Registered Simple Mortgage

Memorandum of Deposit of Title Deeds (MODT)

Applicable Section

Section 58(b), Transfer of Property Act.

Equitable Mortgage framework.

Custody of Papers

Borrower may retain custody unless agreed otherwise.

Original documents physically held by the lender.

Base Stamp Duty

0.5% of the sanctioned loan amount.

0.5% of the sanctioned loan amount.

Registration Charge

0.5% of the loan amount.

~0.1% of the loan amount.

Maximum Fee Cap

Capped at ₹10,000.

No upper limit for loans above ₹10 Lakhs.

What are the Stamp Duty and Registration Charges in Bangalore?

In Bangalore, a simple mortgage (without possession) attracts 0.5% stamp duty plus applicable BBMP/urban surcharges, with a registration fee of 0.5% capped at ₹10,000. An MODT charges a 0.5% stamp duty and a 0.1% registration fee on the loan amount, with no maximum cap for loans over ₹10 Lakhs.

Following the major amendment enacted on August 31, 2025, standard property registration and transaction fees in Karnataka doubled from 1% to 2%. Consequently, mortgages with possession now attract a hefty 5% stamp duty plus 2% registration charges.

Transaction Category

Base Stamp Duty

Base Registration Fee

Added Levies & Caps

Simple Mortgage

0.5%.

0.5%.

Registration fee capped at ₹10,000.

MODT (Loans > 10L)

0.5%.

~0.1%.

Uncapped; scales directly with the loan size.

Mortgage with Possession

5.0%.

2.0%.

2% Urban Surcharge, 10% BBMP Cess apply.

How Do You Register a Mortgage Deed on Kaveri 2.0?

To register a mortgage deed online in Bangalore, you must perform pre-registration data entry on the Kaveri 2.0 portal, calculate and pay stamp duty through the K2 gateway, and book an SRO appointment for biometric verification. The process concludes with a brief 30-minute physical visit to the jurisdictional sub-registrar's office.

To complete this online-to-offline process smoothly, follow these sequential steps:

  1. Portal Login: Access the Kaveri 2.0 system and sign in using your authenticated credentials.

  2. Pre-Registration Entry: Input property details, municipal ward data, survey numbers, and the precise financial terms of the mortgage.

  3. Duty Calculation: Use the system calculator to generate the exact stamp duty, cess, and registration fees.

  4. K2 Payment: Generate a payment challan and pay online via net banking or credit card to secure your digital e-stamp certificate.

  5. Physical Appointment: Book a slot at your local SRO and attend in person with the lender, two witnesses, and original identity documents for biometric scanning.

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What is the Standard Mortgage Deed Template for a Bangalore Flat?

A standard mortgage deed template for a flat in Bangalore must include the specific apartment super built-up area, the undivided share of land (UDS), and local identifiers like the BBMP Khata or PID number. This template documents the transfer of interest to the lender as collateral while ensuring the borrower maintains occupancy.

Vault Expert Opinion

“Most disputes arise not from missing documents, but from buyers not understanding what each document legally represents.” - Krishna LLB, Bangalore Property Advocate

Sample Simple Mortgage Deed Format for a Flat

THIS DEED OF SIMPLE MORTGAGE is made at Bengaluru on this _____ day of ________ 2026,

BY and BETWEEN:


Mr Rakesh Sharma, S/o Late Mr Mohan Sharma, aged about 48 years, residing at

#45, Green Valley Enclave, Indiranagar, Bengaluru – 560038, holding PAN No. ABCD5678PQ

and Aadhaar No. 9876 1234 5678 (hereinafter referred to as the "MORTGAGOR") of the ONE PART;


IN FAVOUR OF:


Ms Vibha Ravi, D/o Mr Ravi Narayan, aged about 42 years, residing at

#12, Lakeview Residency, Whitefield, Bengaluru – 560066, holding PAN No. PQRS4567YZ

and Aadhaar No. 1234 5678 9012 (hereinafter referred to as the "MORTGAGEE") of the OTHER PART.


WHEREAS: The Mortgagor is the sole and absolute owner of Flat No. 302, 3rd Floor,

measuring 1,200 sq. ft. super built-up area, together with an Undivided Share (UDS) of 350 sq. ft.

in the land, situated in Dasarahalli Village, Krishnarajapura Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk,

Within BBMP limits, fully described in the Schedule below.


The Mortgagor has requested the Mortgagee to advance a loan of ₹16,00,000/- for personal

requirements, which the Mortgagee has agreed to advance against the security of the Scheduled Property.


NOW THIS DEED WITNESSETH AS FOLLOWS:


1. Loan Amount & Interest: In consideration of ₹16,00,000/- advanced by the Mortgagee,

   The Mortgagor covenants to repay the principal with interest at 7% per annum within 5 years.


2. Security: The Mortgagor hereby transfers by way of Simple Mortgage (without delivery of

   possession) all rights, title, and interest in the Scheduled Property.


3. Negative Covenant: The Mortgagor shall not sell, lease, transfer, or create any further

   Charge on the flat without the prior written consent of the Mortgagee.


4. Default Remedies: On default, the Mortgagee shall be entitled to recover the outstanding

   debt by selling the Scheduled Property through a competent court.


SCHEDULE OF FLAT PROPERTY:

Flat No. 302, 3rd Floor, "Lakeview Residency", Site No. 22, BBMP Khata No. 2791/66/67/1/1048,

Dasarahalli Village, Krishnarajapura Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk.

Super built-up area: 1,200 sq. ft., UDS: 350 sq. ft.

East: Site No. 23 | West: 60 ft Road | North: 30 ft Road | South: Site No. 21


MORTGAGOR: _________________     MORTGAGEE: _________________

What is the Standard Mortgage Deed Template for Land in Bangalore?

The Standard Plot/land site in Bangalore comprises the municipal survey number, dimensions, boundary, plot layout approved by the concerned authorities such as BDA or BMRDA, and land conversion. This is essential to provide the exact vacant land and to avoid issues such as overlapping of plots or double financing on the same land.

Sample Simple Mortgage Deed Format for Land

THIS DEED OF SIMPLE MORTGAGE is made at Bengaluru on this _____ day of ________ 2026,

BETWEEN:


[Mortgagor Name], S/o _________________, aged about ___ years,

residing at _____________________________________, PAN: _____________ Aadhaar: _________________

(hereinafter called the "MORTGAGOR") of the ONE PART;


AND:


[Mortgagee Name], S/o _________________, aged about ___ years,

residing at _____________________________________, PAN: _____________ Aadhaar: _________________

(hereinafter called the "MORTGAGEE") of the OTHER PART.


WHEREAS the Mortgagor is the absolute owner of vacant land bearing Plot/Site No. ____,

in the BMRDA approved layout at Bangalore, measuring East to West ___ feet and

North to South ___ feet, in all measuring _______ sq. ft., described in the Schedule below.


NOW THIS DEED WITNESSETH AS FOLLOWS:


1. Principal Sum and Interest: The Mortgagee has advanced ₹___________ to the Mortgagor,

   receipt acknowledged. The Mortgagor covenants to repay with interest at ___% per annum.


2. Security of Vacant Land: The Mortgagor hereby mortgages, without possession,

   The vacant land is described in the Schedule below.


3. Land Revenue & Taxes: The Mortgagor shall continue to pay all government land revenue,

   municipal property taxes, and other levies during the subsistence of this mortgage.


4. Restriction on Alienation: The Mortgagor shall not sell, lease, gift, or create any

   Further charge on the scheduled land without the express written consent of the Mortgagee.


SCHEDULE OF LAND PROPERTY:

Site No. ____, Layout approved by BDA/BMRDA under File No. _________________,

Survey No. ________ of ________________ Village, ________________ Hobli,

Bengaluru Taluk, measuring East to West _____ feet and North to South _____ feet.

East: Layout Road | West: Survey Boundary | North: Plot No. ____ | South: Plot No. ____


MORTGAGOR: _________________     MORTGAGEE: _________________

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What is the Standard Mortgage Deed Template for a Residential Building?

This is an extension template which combines underneath land identifiers with the characteristics of the building structure such as plinth area, number of stories, approved construction plan as well as active construction insurance covenants.

This template secures the entire physical structure as well as the plot it stands on.

Sample Simple Mortgage Deed Format for a Residential Building

THIS DEED OF SIMPLE MORTGAGE is made at Bengaluru on this _____ day of ________ 2026,

BETWEEN:


[Mortgagor Name], S/o _________________, aged about ___ years,

residing at _____________________________________, PAN: _____________ Aadhaar: _________________

(hereinafter called the "MORTGAGOR") of the ONE PART;


AND:


[Mortgagee Name], S/o _________________, aged about ___ years,

residing at _____________________________________, PAN: _____________ Aadhaar: _________________

(hereinafter called the "MORTGAGEE") of the OTHER PART.


WHEREAS the Mortgagor is the sole and absolute owner of land bearing PID No. ____________,

together with the residential building consisting of the Ground and First Floors,

having a total built-up area of _________ sq. ft., situated at Bengaluru.


NOW THIS DEED WITNESSETH AS FOLLOWS:


1. Loan Disbursement: The Mortgagor acknowledges receipt of ₹___________ advanced by the

   Mortgagee, agreeing to repay with interest at ___% per annum within ___ years.


2. Charge on Structure and Site: The Mortgagor hereby charges and transfers by way of

   Simple Mortgage, without delivery of possession, the land and residential building as security.


3. Insurance Covenant: The Mortgagor shall keep the residential building comprehensively insured

   insured against natural disasters in the joint names of both parties.


4. Upkeep and Repair: The Mortgagor is obligated to maintain the residential building in

   structurally sound condition at his own expense during the tenure of this loan.


SCHEDULE OF BUILDING PROPERTY:

PID No. ________________, Site No. ____, ________________ Road,

________________ Corporation Ward, Bengaluru, total built-up plinth area _________ sq. ft.

East: Site No. ____ | West: Site No. ____ | North: Private Property | South: Public Road


MORTGAGOR: _________________     MORTGAGEE: _________________


How Vault Helps with Property Documentation

Executing a mortgage deed or registering an MODT in Bangalore requires navigating complex state laws, calculating exact stamp duties, and dealing with the Kaveri 2.0 digital platform. Vault Proptech offers professional end-to-end guidance to handle these legal administrative steps smoothly.

Vault's platform helps you conduct comprehensive 30-year property title checks, trace the mother deed vs sale deed chain, verify BBMP Khata compliance, and calculate exact tax liabilities. Vault also assists in verifying the sale deed registration number and drafting error-free, simple mortgage deed templates tailored to your property type. Whether you need to register a new home loan MODT or formally release a mortgage deed after final repayment,

Vault's experienced legal team manages the entire SRO coordination for you. Protect your real estate investments and complete your mortgage documentation efficiently. Get a professional legal consultation and secure your property transaction today with Vault.

Frequently Asked Questions

If someone wants to use a piece of land as security for a loan of than one hundred rupees they have to make a registered document under section 17 of the Registration Act, 1908. If they do not do this the document will not be accepted as evidence and the person who borrowed the money the mortgagor will not be able to enforce the loan.

The Registration Act 1908 says that a document like this has to be registered within four months of being made. This means it has to be taken to the Sub-Registrars Office within four months of being signed. If this is not done the District Registrar might give an extension of another four months. Only if a penalty is paid. This penalty will be least ten times the normal fee for registering the document. If the document is not registered within eight months of being made it will not be accepted for registration. The document is called an MODT. It has to follow these rules. The Registration Act 1908 is very clear, about what has to be done with an MODT.

An equitable mortgage is created by depositing original title deeds with the bank, while a simple mortgage requires executing a formal registered deed. An equitable mortgage (MODT) is the usual practice for retail housing loans by banks. A simple mortgage is a distinct legal relation created by a contract under section 58(b) of the Transfer of Property Act and is often used in private dealings where the original title deeds may not always be in the possession of the mortgagee.

The stamp duty on a home loan, which is also known as an MODT is basically a fee that we have to pay. This fee is 0.5 percent of the loan amount that the bank has agreed to give us. The Karnataka Stamp Act of 1957 and the Karnataka Stamp Amendment Act of 2023 have all the details about this. For example if we take out a home loan of ₹80 Lakhs then the stamp duty, on this home loan will be ₹40,000.This amount must be paid online via the K2 gateway before scheduling the SRO registration slot.

No, there is no maximum limit of MODT stamp duty for loans above 10 Lakhs in Karnataka. The Karnataka Stamp (Amendment) Act, 2023 has removed the cap of 10 Lakhs earlier imposed on MODT property transactions. Hence, the 0.5% stamp duty and 0.1% registration charges continue to rise in tandem with the loan amount. Only home loans under ₹10 Lakhs enjoy a concessional flat cap of ₹500.

The registration charge for a simple mortgage without possession is @ 0.5 per cent of the loan amount, subject to a maximum of Rs. 10,000, which is very nominal according to the Karnataka Stamp Act rules, making it a value proposition for high-value private transactions. For a loan of ₹1 Crore, the registration fee remains exactly ₹10,000 instead of scaling up to ₹50,000.

No, commercial banks and institutional lenders do not accept B Khata properties for mortgage loans. Nationalised and private banks strictly require a BBMP A Khata certificate and up-to-date tax receipts to approve home loans. B Khata represents a municipal registry entry for properties with construction deviations or missing approvals, making them highly risky for credit underwriting.

UDS represents your proportionate legal ownership of the land on which your apartment building stands. When a bank registers a mortgage on a flat, they secure not just the built-up structure but also your specific undivided share of the land. Since physical flat structures depreciate over time, the real underlying asset value resides in the land share. Under RERA guidelines, developers must clearly state the UDS in the sale agreement to enable smooth loan underwriting.

Failing to register the deed within four months makes it legally unenforceable, and any late registration attracts steep penal fees. If the delay is under eight months, the District Registrar can permit registration after imposing a penalty of up to ten times the standard registration charge. If the eight-month absolute limit is crossed, the deed cannot be registered at all, invalidating the lender's lien and potentially prompting the bank to demand immediate repayment.

To cancel a registered mortgage, you must register a Deed of Release (Reconveyance Deed) at the Sub-Registrar Office. Once the loan is fully repaid, the lender issues a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and returns the original title papers. The borrower must draft a Release Deed, pay a flat stamp duty of ₹200 plus a ₹200 registration fee, and complete the biometric process at the SRO. This updates the Encumbrance Certificate (EC), officially clearing the property of all liabilities.

A sale deed transfers absolute ownership of the property to the buyer, whereas a mortgage deed transfers only a limited security interest to the lender. Under a sale deed, the transaction is absolute and permanent once registered. Under a mortgage deed, the property remains owned by the borrower, and the lender's limited security interest is automatically extinguished upon full repayment of the debt and subsequent registration of a Release Deed.

Yes, a registered Power of Attorney (POA) holder can execute a mortgage deed, provided the POA contains specific clauses authorising borrowing and mortgaging. Lenders and sub-registrars inspect the parent POA document to verify that the agent has explicit power to create a charge on the specific property. If the POA is executed outside India, it must be notarised, attested by the Indian Consulate, and adjudicated at the local Revenue Office within three months of arrival in India.

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