Rent Agreement Format: 11 Month Rental Agreement in Word and PDF
A clear rent agreement prevents most landlord and tenant disputes. Start with the 11 month residential format below, which covers rent, deposit, bills, repairs, notice and handover, then adapt it with the Agreement Builder.
Rent agreement format (11 months, residential)
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.
RENT AGREEMENT
This Rent Agreement is made at Delhi on 25 October 2026 BETWEEN Mahesh Gupta, S/o Shri Ramesh Gupta, residing at C-12, Prashant Vihar, Rohini, Delhi 110085 (the "Landlord", which expression includes heirs, legal representatives and assigns) of the ONE PART AND Vikram Singh, S/o Shri Harpal Singh, permanently residing at Village Kheri, Tehsil Kaithal, District Kaithal, Haryana 136027 (the "Tenant") of the OTHER PART.
WHEREAS the Landlord is the lawful owner of the premises described as Second floor flat with two bedrooms, hall, kitchen, two bathrooms and balcony, at C-12, Prashant Vihar, Rohini, Delhi 110085, with fittings listed in the Annexure (the "Premises") and has agreed to let the Premises to the Tenant on the following terms.
NOW THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSES AS FOLLOWS
- Term: The tenancy is for 11 months starting from 1 November 2026. It may be renewed by mutual written consent, and on renewal the rent shall increase by 5 percent unless the parties agree otherwise.
- Rent: The Tenant shall pay a monthly rent of Rs. 18,000 (Rupees eighteen thousand only), in advance, on or before the 7th day of each English calendar month, by bank transfer or cheque. The Landlord shall give a receipt for every payment.
- Security deposit: The Tenant has paid Rs. 36,000 (Rupees thirty-six thousand only) as an interest-free refundable security deposit. The Landlord shall refund it at the end of the tenancy when the Tenant hands over vacant possession, after deducting only unpaid rent, unpaid bills and the cost of repairing damage beyond normal wear and tear.
- Utilities: The Tenant shall pay electricity, water and gas charges as per actual meter readings for the period of occupation. Property tax shall be paid by the Landlord.
- Maintenance: Day-to-day minor repairs shall be done by the Tenant. Structural repairs, major plumbing and electrical faults not caused by the Tenant shall be the Landlord’s responsibility.
- Use: The Premises shall be used only for residential use of the Tenant and family only. The Tenant shall not sublet, assign or part with possession of the Premises or any part of it.
- Alterations: The Tenant shall not make structural changes without the Landlord’s written consent.
- Inspection: The Landlord may inspect the Premises at a reasonable time after giving prior notice to the Tenant.
- Termination: Either party may end this agreement by giving one month written notice. If the Tenant defaults in paying rent for two consecutive months, the Landlord may terminate the agreement after notice.
- Handover: On expiry or termination, the Tenant shall hand over vacant and peaceful possession of the Premises with all fittings listed in the Annexure in good condition, subject to normal wear and tear.
- Police verification: The Tenant shall provide identity documents and cooperate in tenant verification as required by local police.
- Law and disputes: This agreement is governed by the laws of India. Disputes shall first be settled by mutual discussion, failing which the courts at Delhi shall have jurisdiction.
ANNEXURE: FITTINGS AND FIXTURES
- 2 ceiling fans in each room
- 6 LED tube lights
- 1 geyser in each bathroom
- Modular kitchen with chimney
- 2 split ACs in bedrooms
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have signed this agreement on the date and at the place first mentioned above.
WITNESSES
1. Name: ______________
Address: ______________
Signature: ______________
2. Name: ______________
Address: ______________
Signature: ______________
Attested before me on ______________
Name of Notary ______________ Registration No. ______________
Seal and signature of Notary ______________
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: A lease for a term exceeding one year must be registered under the Registration Act, 1908. Some States, such as Maharashtra, require leave and licence and rent agreements to be registered whatever the term. Check your State’s rule and stamp duty.
Why rent agreements are usually for 11 months
A lease of immovable property from year to year, for any term exceeding one year, or reserving a yearly rent must be registered: section 17 of the Registration Act, 1908 lists it among compulsorily registrable documents, and section 107 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 says such a lease can be made only by a registered instrument. A lease for one year or less is optional to register under section 18. An 11-month term keeps a margin below that line, which is why it became the common practice. It is a practice, not a legal requirement, and some States require registration whatever the term: Maharashtra’s section 55 is the best known example.
Detail: why a rent agreement is made for 11 months.
Clauses every rent agreement should have
| Clause | What to write | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Parties | Full names, parentage, permanent addresses. | Identifies who is bound and helps police verification. |
| Premises | Exact address, floor, rooms, parking. | Prevents disputes about what was let. |
| Term and renewal | Start date, months, renewal and increase. | Sets expectations for both. |
| Rent and due date | Amount in figures and words, mode of payment. | Bank transfers create a record. |
| Security deposit | Amount, refund timing and deductions. | The most common dispute. |
| Bills and maintenance | Who pays electricity, water, society charges, repairs. | Avoids monthly arguments. |
| Use and subletting | Residential or commercial use, no subletting. | Protects the owner. |
| Notice and termination | Notice period and grounds. | Allows a clean exit. |
| Fittings annexure | List of fans, lights, appliances. | Basis for deposit deductions. |
Steps to make a rent agreement
- Agree the termsRent, deposit, term, notice, increase on renewal, who pays which bills, and the fittings list.
- DraftUse the Agreement Builder or the format below; check names against ID documents.
- StampBuy stamp paper or an e-stamp certificate. Stamp duty on rent agreements is set by each State and usually depends on rent, deposit and term.
- SignLandlord and tenant sign every page before two witnesses.
- Notarise or registerNotarise it, or register it at the Sub-Registrar where the term or your State’s law requires registration.
- Police verificationSubmit tenant verification where local police require it.
All rent and lease formats
Rental agreement
Residential format with notes for metros.
Open formatFormat11 month agreement in Word
Editable Word file for 11 months.
Open formatFormatE-stamp rent agreement
How to print on an e-stamp certificate.
Open formatFormatShop rent agreement
Commercial format with lock-in.
Open formatFormatLeave and licence
Maharashtra style licence.
Open formatFormatKirayanama in Hindi
Rent agreement in Hindi.
Open formatFormatLease deed
More than one year, registered.
Open formatFormatWhy 11 months
The registration rule explained.
Open formatDo
- Take the deposit and rent by bank transfer.
- Do a joint inspection and sign the fittings list.
- Keep ID copies of both parties.
- Give rent receipts every month.
Do not
- Leave the notice period blank.
- Let the tenant move in before signing.
- Assume an 11 month agreement never needs registration in your State.
- Write different rent in the agreement and in practice.
Frequently asked questions
Is a notarised rent agreement valid?
A notarised rent agreement for 11 months is widely used where registration is optional for short leases. Notarisation records the signing; it does not replace registration where registration is compulsory.
Who pays the stamp duty on a rent agreement?
Whoever the parties agree. Many agreements put it on the tenant; the amount is set by State law.
Can the rent agreement be on plain paper?
An agreement chargeable with stamp duty that is not stamped cannot be admitted in evidence until the duty and penalty are paid (section 35, Indian Stamp Act). Use stamp paper or e-stamp.
What is the maximum security deposit?
Unless your State has adopted a law such as the Model Tenancy Act, which caps deposits at two months’ rent for residential premises, there is no general cap; it is agreed between the parties.
Do I need police verification of tenants?
Many city police departments require it. Check your local police website.
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.