What Is a Rectification Deed? How to Correct a Deed in Bangalore
Learn How to Correct a Deed. A wrong name, survey number, or address in your sale deed isn't the end of the world, but fix it properly. Here's how a rectification deed works in India.
Quick Summary (TL; DR):
The Rectification Deed is employed to correct minor errors made in a registered deed on account of typographic errors or other errors of a similar nature.
This should only be done in the case of factual or typographic errors, like misspelled names, wrong survey numbers, wrong property measurements, etc.
A rectification deed cannot be used to make any changes to the terms of the original deed, such as changes in the price of sale, the parties, or any changes to property parcels.
Consent from both parties, along with their signatures, will be required. In case of the death of any party, their legal heir will also have to give consent.
In case of a registered deed, the rectification deed also needs to be filed with the same Sub-Registrar’s Office (SRO).
Filing a rectification deed is cheap, costing just ₹100 to ₹200 in registration and stamp duty fees.
There is no time limit after which a rectification deed can be filed, though it is better to do so sooner rather than later.
What is a Rectification Deed?
A Rectification Deed, also known as a Correction Deed, is a document used to rectify errors made accidentally on any property deed registered earlier. The objective behind this type of document is to make sure that the public record reflects the original intention of the parties. It rectifies mistakes related to any information mentioned in the deed, like spelling errors of any name, mistakes in the survey/plot number, or errors relating to the measurement of land, but does not change the core of the document.
What is the meaning of boundary rectification?
Boundary rectification involves the correction of any mistakes made in relation to either the physical measurement of or the coordinate location of any particular plot of land.
Boundary rectification takes place when there are mistakes in relation to the registered sale deed in respect of the direction and demarcation of boundaries of the property in question. Such mistakes could be related to confusion between North and South directions or differences between the information provided in the registered sale deed and the actual layout of the site plan. This is necessary for clear demarcation of the property.
What proof is needed for rectification?
In order to file for the Rectification Deed, the sub-registrar would require evidence documents to be provided in order to confirm that there had been a genuine clerical error made in the previous deed.
The following evidence documents would normally be required:
Original Registered Deed: The document having the mistake made in it.
Identity Proofs: An identity card of either the buyer or the seller along with a PAN card or Aadhar card.
Evidence of Right in the Property: Correct information would have to be proved with the help of a sale deed, EC or Khata certificate of the municipality, land documents from the village itself, etc.
Affidavit / Undertaking: A written agreement signed by both sides confirming that it is solely a rectification deed and there is no transfer of property or any other consideration involved in it.
What is a rectification deed in Karnataka?
A Rectification Deed, which is popularly known in Karnataka as a Tiddupadi Patra, is a supplementary deed registered under the law for correcting the errors made in the original document, such as the Sale Deed, Gift Deed, or Partition Deed.
The Rectification Deed is considered an "addendum" to the original deed. The deed is registered, and its registration number will be linked to the original document in the Kaveri 2.0 system such that the record will always show both the deed and its rectification when searched in the future.
What is the charge of rectification deed in Bangalore?
If there are any clerical mistakes (spelling errors) or if any correction of boundaries is to be done that does not affect the market value of the property, the expenses involved are:
Stamp duty - fixed at ₹100.
Registration charges - fixed at ₹200.
Scanning charges - approx. ₹50 per page of the document.
Can a rectification deed be done online?
The answer is no; all the steps involved cannot be accomplished using the Internet. As much as you are able to do things like writing down the documents, computing the charges for stamp duty, paying it, and booking an appointment, among others, by utilizing the online portals such as TNREGINET for Tamil Nadu and Karnataka’s Kaveri 2.0, there is one aspect that involves a physical presence of both parties, and that is the registration step itself.
Is There a Time Limit for Filing a Rectification Deed?
This is a question that a lot of people ask about rectification deeds. The answer is that there is no time limit for filing a rectification deed in India. The law that deals with registration of documents does not say when you have to fix mistakes.
The truth is, you should fix mistakes as soon as you find them. If you do not fix mistakes, they can cause problems over time. For example, the person who sold you the property might move away. Not want to help you after a few years. One of the people who originally signed the documents might pass away. Then their family members will be involved, which can make things more complicated. The property might be sold again, which adds another layer of complexity. And the longer you wait to fix the mistake, the more documents and transactions will be based on information.
So what should you do? It is an idea to check your sale documents carefully soon after they are registered. Property lawyers in Karnataka think this is an idea. If you find any mistakes, you should fix them right away.
How Vault Helps with Rectification Deed in Bangalore
A single spelling error or wrong survey number in your sale deed can quietly create problems for years if left uncorrected. Vault helps you identify such errors early by reviewing your registered documents thoroughly, confirms whether the correction qualifies as a rectification or requires a separate legal process, and drafts the rectification deed accurately on the correct stamp paper as per Karnataka's Kaveri 2.0 requirements. We coordinate with both parties to obtain the required signatures and affidavits, handle stamp duty and registration fee payments, and schedule the Sub-Registrar appointment on your behalf. Once registered, Vault also verifies that the rectification is correctly linked to the original deed in the Kaveri 2.0 system so your property records reflect clean, error-free documentation going forward.
