Registration broadly refers to the legal process of recording or entering a document, transaction, or institution into a governmental register. It is a key procedure that grants authenticity, validity, and legal recognition to a range of transactions — from property transactions, marriage, power of attorney, and agreements to businesses and societies. The main law governing registration in India is the Registration Act of 1908, which prescribes the procedure, authorities, and documents required for registration. At Delhi NCR Lawyer, we specialize in guiding you through all aspects of registration to make sure your documents are legally recognized and enforceable in a court of law.

Types of Registrations

•       ~ Property Registration: Whenever you buy, sell, or transfer ownership of immovable property (such as land, a flat, or a shop), registration under Section 17 of the Registration Act, 1908 is mandatory. It converts the transaction into a permanent and legally valid record in government archives.
•       ~ General Power of Attorney or Special Power of Attorney: Registration validates a power of attorney and prevents future disputes about its authenticity.
•       ~ Will or Gift Deed: Although registering a will is optional, it's often recommended to avoid future disputes. A gift deed must be registered under Section 123 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.
•       ~ Marriage Registration: The marriage certificate is an essential legal document. It serves as proof of marriage for passport, visa, bank account, or name change procedures.
•       ~ Registration of Agreements: Certain agreements, like a lease of immovable property for more than 11 months, must be registered under Section 17 of the Registration Act.
•       ~ Registration of Societies, Trusts, and NGOs: If you form a society, a trust, or a non-governmental organization, registration under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 or Indian Trusts Act, 1882 is required to make it a legal entity.

Benefit of Registration

•       ~ Provides legal recognition and authenticity to transactions.
•       ~ Precludes future disputes: A registered document is considered a strong piece of legal evidence in a court of law.
•       ~ Ensuring proper title: Registering transactions related to immovable property prevents fraud, disputes over ownership, and future litigation.
•       ~ Protection: The registration process safeguards transactions against forgeries and frauds.
•       ~ Transparency: All registered documents become a part of the public record, which anyone can inspect, thereby adding a layer of fairness and credibility.

Our Services — Registration Support

•       ~ We advise you on the documents required for registration — title papers, IDs, certificates — and help you compile them accurately.
•       ~ We prepare and execute deeds, agreements, power of attorney, marriage applications, society registration papers, and other documents in conformity with legal requirements.
•       ~ We submit documents to the Sub-Registrar's Office or the Registrar of Societies/NGOs, pay the required stamp duty and registration fees, and follow through with the process.
•       ~ We handle all procedural formalities to make sure your documents are duly registered and legally valid.
•       ~ We provide you with the certified copies or registration certificates once the process is complete.