Trust Deed Format: Private Family Trust Sample
A trust deed settles property on trustees to hold for named beneficiaries. This format is for a private family trust; public charitable and religious trusts follow State laws and tax registration rules.
Trust deed format
Non-judicial stamp paper or e-stamp certificate of value Rs. ______________ as applicable in the State of ______________
E-stamp certificate No. ______________ Date of issue ______________
Stamp duty depends on the State and the type of document. Confirm the correct value before printing.
TRUST DEED
This Deed of Trust is made at Chennai on 14 October 2026 by Vidya Krishnan, W/o Late Shri M. Krishnan, residing at 12, Besant Avenue, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020 (the "Settlor").
The Settlor wishes to create a private trust for the benefit of the grandchildren of the settlor, for their school and college education, and the persons named below have agreed to act as trustees (the "Trustees").
NOW THIS DEED WITNESSES
- Name: The trust shall be called Krishnan Family Education Trust (the "Trust").
- Trust property: The Settlor transfers Rs. 10,00,000 by bank transfer, and the investments bought from it to the Trustees, to be held on trust under this deed.
- Trustees: The first Trustees are:
- Vidya Krishnan, 12 Besant Avenue, Adyar, Chennai 600020
- Arun Krishnan, 45 Lake View Road, Kodambakkam, Chennai 600024
- Objects: The Trustees shall hold and apply the trust property for the following objects:
- To pay tuition fees, books and hostel charges of the beneficiaries
- To invest the trust fund in bank deposits and government securities
- To distribute the balance equally among the beneficiaries when the youngest turns 25
- Powers: The Trustees may open and operate bank accounts, invest the trust fund, receive income, pay expenses, keep accounts and do all lawful acts needed for the objects. Decisions shall be taken by majority, and the bank account shall be operated jointly by any two Trustees.
- Accounts: The Trustees shall keep proper accounts and have them audited where required by law.
- Vacancy: A Trustee may resign by written notice. A vacancy shall be filled by the remaining Trustees in writing.
- Revocation: This Trust is irrevocable, unless stated otherwise here: ______________.
We accept the office of Trustee:
WITNESSES
1. Name: ______________
Address: ______________
Signature: ______________
2. Name: ______________
Address: ______________
Signature: ______________
Presented at the office of the Sub-Registrar ______________ on ______________
Registered as Document No. ______________ Book No. ______________ Volume ______________
Registration fee and stamp duty as per the rules of the State: ______________
Drafting note: Under section 5 of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, a trust of immovable property must be declared by a registered written instrument. The Act does not apply to public religious or charitable endowments, which follow State laws and income tax rules for registration.
Notarised / attested on ______________ by ______________ Registration No. of notary ______________
Under section 5 of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, a trust of immovable property must be declared by a registered written instrument signed by the author of the trust or the trustee, or by a will. The Act does not apply to public religious or charitable endowments.
Frequently asked questions
Can a trust deed be in Hindi or another language?
Yes. Registries accept deeds in local languages.
Do charitable trusts use this format?
No. Public charitable trusts need objects and clauses that satisfy State trust laws and income tax registration.
Please note: these templates are for general information and are not legal advice. Laws, stamp duty, notarisation and registration rules vary by State. Consult an advocate for your case. This is an independent website, not a law firm and not a government office.