Gift Deed Format for Property (Father to Son, Mother to Daughter)
A gift deed transfers property without payment, out of love and affection. For immovable property it must be registered and attested by at least two witnesses, and the donee must accept the gift during the donor’s lifetime.
Gift 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.
GIFT DEED
This Gift Deed is made at Bengaluru on 14 October 2026 BY Kamlesh Rao, S/o Late Shri Venkat Rao, residing at 16, Jayanagar 4th Block, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560011 (the "Donor") IN FAVOUR OF Sneha Rao, D/o Shri Kamlesh Rao, residing at 16, Jayanagar 4th Block, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560011, the Donor’s daughter (the "Donee").
WHEREAS the Donor is the absolute owner of the property described in the Schedule (the "Property") by virtue of registered sale deed dated 20 March 2014, and out of natural love and affection for the Donee wishes to gift the Property to the Donee.
NOW THIS DEED WITNESSES
- The Donor, out of natural love and affection and without any consideration, hereby gifts and transfers the Property to the Donee absolutely, with all rights, title, interest, easements and appurtenances.
- The Donee accepts this gift, as shown by the Donee’s signature on this deed, during the lifetime of the Donor.
- The Donor has today handed over possession of the Property and the original title documents to the Donee.
- The Donor declares that the Property is free from all encumbrances, charges and disputes, and that the Donor has full right to gift it.
- The Donee may get the Property transferred into the Donee’s name in all records, and the Donor shall sign any further papers needed for this.
- The market value of the Property for stamp duty is as per the guidance value notified for the area.
SCHEDULE OF THE PROPERTY
Apartment No. 2B, second floor, Lakeview Residency, Khata No. 1234/56, JP Nagar 6th Phase, Bengaluru 560078, super built-up area about 1,250 square feet with one covered car parking
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 123 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, a gift of immovable property must be made by a registered instrument signed by the donor and attested by at least two witnesses. Stamp duty on gifts, including concessions for family members, is set by each State.
Notarised / attested on ______________ by ______________ Registration No. of notary ______________
Requirements in brief
- Registered instrument signed by the donor and attested by at least two witnesses (section 123, Transfer of Property Act).
- Acceptance by the donee during the donor’s lifetime; the donee signs the deed to show acceptance.
- Stamp duty set by the State; several States give concessions for gifts to close family members.
- Gifts of movable property, such as money or jewellery, may be made by registered deed or by delivery.
For a gift of money, a short cash or cheque gift deed on stamp paper records the gift; tax rules on gifts from relatives and others should be checked with a tax professional.
Frequently asked questions
Can a gift deed be revoked?
Generally not, once accepted and registered, except in limited situations the law recognises. Take legal advice.
Is a gift deed better than a will?
A gift takes effect now; a will takes effect on death. The choice depends on your plans and on stamp duty.
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.