New Delhi: The central government has introduced the Registration Bill 2025 to fully digitize the property registration process. If passed, this bill will replace the 1908 Registration Act and enable online property registration from the convenience of one's home. This will make the registration process faster, easier, and more time-efficient.
Changes in Registration
India's current property registration law, the Registration Act, 1908, is decades old, resulting in a lengthy and paperwork-intensive registration process. This not only wastes time but also forces people to endure long queues at government offices.
Keeping this problem in mind, the government drafted the Registration Bill 2025, aiming to fully digitize and online the registration process. After this bill's implementation, all property registration formalities can be completed from home.
What is the Registration Bill 2025?
The draft of the Registration Bill 2025 has been publicly released on the official website of the Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development. The public and stakeholders can submit suggestions on this bill until June 25, 2025.
Under this bill, the process of online uploading of property documents, payments, and registration will be simplified and expedited. Its aim is to save people's time and resources, while reducing corruption and paperwork.
Expert Opinions and Impact
According to Neeraj Sharma, MD of Ascon Infra Realtors, “In today's digital age, taking a crucial process like property registration online is a necessity. This will especially benefit working professionals and investors residing in other cities.”
He explained that delays in documentation in the real estate sector often stall transactions, a problem this bill will largely eliminate. This will not only improve customer experience but also enhance the credibility of the real estate sector.
When will it be implemented?
The Registration Bill 2025 needs to be passed by both houses of Parliament. After parliamentary approval, it will be implemented. Following this, the entire property registration process will be online, allowing citizens to complete all necessary tasks from home.
