Leave and Licence Agreement Format (Maharashtra) in Word
In Maharashtra, homes are commonly let on leave and licence rather than as a lease. The licensee gets permission to use the premises; legal possession stays with the licensor.
Leave and licence agreement 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.
LEAVE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT
This Leave and Licence Agreement is made at Mumbai on 25 October 2026 BETWEEN Sanjay Deshpande, S/o Shri Vasant Deshpande, residing at B-7, Shree Ganesh CHS, Dadar West, Mumbai 400028 (the "Licensor") AND Neha Kulkarni, D/o Shri Prakash Kulkarni, residing at Plot 21, Shivaji Nagar, Kolhapur, Maharashtra 416001 (the "Licensee").
The Licensor is the owner of Flat No. 504, fifth floor, Sea Breeze CHS, Prabhadevi, Mumbai 400025, carpet area about 550 square feet (the "Licensed Premises") and has agreed to allow the Licensee to use it on leave and licence basis, on the following terms:
- Nature: This is a licence only. It does not create any tenancy, lease or other interest in the Licensed Premises in favour of the Licensee, and the legal possession remains with the Licensor.
- Period: 11 months from 1 November 2026.
- Licence fee: Rs. 45,000 (Rupees forty-five thousand only) per month, payable in advance by the 5th of each month.
- Deposit: Rs. 1,50,000 (Rupees one lakh fifty thousand only), interest free, refundable on the Licensee vacating, after adjusting dues.
- Charges: Electricity and gas by the Licensee as per actual use. Society maintenance and property tax by the Licensor.
- Use: Residential use by the Licensee and immediate family only. No subletting or transfer.
- Society rules: The Licensee shall follow the bye-laws and rules of the housing society.
- Termination: Either party may end this licence by giving one month written notice. On expiry or termination the Licensee shall vacate and hand over the Licensed Premises.
- Registration: The Licensor and Licensee shall complete registration of this agreement where required by the law of the State.
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: In Maharashtra, section 55 of the Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999 requires leave and licence agreements to be in writing and registered, and puts the responsibility on the landlord. Online registration is offered through the State’s registration department.
Notarised / attested on ______________ by ______________ Registration No. of notary ______________
Registration is compulsory in Maharashtra
Section 55 of the Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999 says any agreement for leave and licence or letting of premises must be in writing and registered under the Registration Act, 1908, and puts the responsibility on the landlord. Without a registered agreement, the tenant’s version of the terms prevails unless proved otherwise. Maharashtra offers online registration through its registration department.
| Point | Leave and licence | Lease |
|---|---|---|
| Interest created | Permission to use; no interest in property | Transfer of a right to enjoy property |
| Possession | Legal possession stays with licensor | Lessee is in possession |
| Common use | Maharashtra residential lettings | Longer commercial lettings everywhere |
Frequently asked questions
Is leave and licence registration compulsory for 11 months?
In Maharashtra, yes, under section 55, whatever the term.
What is the difference between leave and licence and rent agreement?
A licence gives permission to use without creating an interest in the property; a lease transfers a right to enjoy it. Rent control and eviction rules can differ.
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.