Real-estate project or agent registration
Category: Licenses & Certifications. From ₹7,499. Typical timeline: 15–30 days.
Overview
RERA Registration under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 is mandatory for real estate developers launching projects above the notified size threshold and for real estate agents facilitating property transactions, bringing transparency, timeline accountability and buyer protection to a sector historically prone to delays and disputes. Registration requires developers to disclose project details, escrow 70% of buyer collections for construction costs, and report progress regularly, while agents must register individually or as firms to legally broker RERA-registered projects.
Who needs it
- Real estate developers launching new residential or commercial projects
- Real estate agents and brokerage firms facilitating property transactions
- Joint development/redevelopment project promoters
- Buyers and investors who rely on RERA registration status before purchasing units
Eligibility
- Developers of projects with plot area exceeding 500 sq. m. or more than 8 units (thresholds vary slightly by state)
- Real estate agents facilitating sale/purchase/lease of properties in registered projects
- Applicant must have clear land title and requisite approvals (building plan, environmental clearance where applicable) before registration
- Ongoing projects without completion certificate as of the Act's commencement also required registration during the transition period
Documents required
- Title deed and land ownership documents of the project site
- Sanctioned building plan, layout plan and specifications
- Details of promoter (developer) including PAN, incorporation documents
- Proforma of allotment letter, agreement for sale and other project documents
- Details of the separate escrow bank account for the project
Process
- Project/agent assessment — Determine whether the project meets the RERA threshold or the applicant qualifies as an agent requiring registration.
- Documentation — Compile land title, building plan approvals, project specifications and promoter details.
- Online application — File the registration application on the respective state RERA portal with prescribed fees.
- Authority scrutiny — The state RERA authority reviews documents for completeness and compliance.
- Registration certificate — On approval, a RERA registration number is issued, to be displayed on all project marketing material.
Government fees
- Project registration fee: Varies by state, typically calculated per sq. m. of proposed built-up area
- Agent registration fee: Varies by state; typically a modest fixed fee for individuals, higher for firms
Professional fee
Kanoons charges from ₹14,999 for RERA registration facilitation (project or agent), covering documentation, portal filing and liaison with the state RERA authority.
Timeline
RERA registration typically takes 15–30 working days for projects with complete documentation; agent registration is generally faster.
Deliverables
- RERA Registration Certificate with a unique project/agent registration number
- Compliance checklist for quarterly progress updates and escrow account maintenance
Frequently asked questions
Do all real estate projects need RERA registration?
No, only projects above the state-notified threshold (commonly plot area over 500 sq. m. or more than 8 units) require registration; smaller projects are generally exempt.
What is the 70% escrow requirement?
Developers must deposit 70% of amounts collected from buyers into a separate escrow account, to be used only for construction and land costs of that project.
Is RERA agent registration mandatory even for a solo broker?
Yes, any individual or firm facilitating sale/purchase of property in a RERA-registered project must obtain agent registration to legally earn brokerage.
Common mistakes
- Advertising or selling units before obtaining RERA registration, which is a punishable offence
- Not maintaining the mandatory 70% escrow account separately for each project
- Missing quarterly project progress update filings on the RERA portal
- Agents facilitating transactions in unregistered projects, exposing them to penalty
Penalties for non-compliance
- Developers marketing or selling without registration can face penalty up to 10% of the project cost under Section 59 of the RERA Act
- Continued violation can attract imprisonment up to 3 years under Section 59(2)
- Agents operating without registration or facilitating transactions in unregistered projects can face penalty of ₹10,000 per day, extendable up to 5% of the property cost
Legal references
- Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 — central Act governing real estate project and agent registration
- State-specific RERA Rules — prescribe fee, forms and procedure for each state's regulatory authority
- Respective State Real Estate Regulatory Authorities — issuing and enforcement bodies
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