1. The Registration Process

The property registration process in Manipur is facilitated by the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) and carried out at the Sub-Registrar's Office (SRO). It involves preparing the deed, paying stamp duty and registration charges, and getting the document officially registered.

Steps for Property Registration:

1. Preparation of Deed: The sale deed or transfer document must be prepared on an e-Stamp paper.
2. Payment of Fees: Pay the required stamp duty and registration charges, which can often be done online.
3. Appointment with SRO: Schedule an appointment at the concerned Sub-Registrar's Office (SRO).
4. Document Submission: The buyer, seller, and witnesses must visit the SRO with all original documents for verification.
5. Biometric Verification: The SRO will verify all details, and biometric data (photographs and fingerprints) of all parties will be recorded.
6. Issuance of Deed: The registered deed is then officially recorded and can be collected from the office.

2. Stamp Duty and Registration Charges

Stamp duty and registration charges are mandatory taxes levied by the state government on property transactions. These fees are based on the higher value between the property's market value and the consideration amount.

Current Rates (as of 2025):

• Stamp Duty: Approximately 7% of the property's market value.
• Registration Charges: Approximately 3% of the property's market value.

These rates are subject to change, and it is recommended to verify the latest rates on the official government portals before any transaction.

3. e-Stamping in Manipur

Manipur has implemented the e-Stamping system to prevent fraud and simplify the payment of stamp duty. This system provides a secure, tamper-proof way to pay stamp duty electronically, eliminating the need for physical stamp papers.

How to use e-Stamping:

• Visit the official e-Stamping portal.
• Enter details of the transaction, including property and party information.
• Pay the stamp duty amount online.
• A unique e-Stamp certificate is generated, which can be downloaded and used for the registration process.

4. National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS)

Manipur is one of the states participating in the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS), a national initiative to computerize the property registration process. NGDRS aims to provide a uniform, citizen-friendly interface for land and property registration services.

Key Features of NGDRS:

• Online filing and submission of documents.
• Appointment scheduling for physical verification at the SRO.
• Online calculation of stamp duty and registration fees.
• Generation of e-Stamps and other receipts.

5. Contact & Department Information

For more detailed information, contact the Department of Revenue and the Sub-Registrar's Office.

• Department: Department of Revenue, Government of Manipur
• Key Authority: Inspector General of Registration (IGR)
• Office Address: Sub-Registrar (HQ), Lamphel, Imphal West