RENT AGREEMENT
Agreement of tenancy for residential premises
This rent agreement (“Agreement”) is made on 9th day of November, 2026 at city, state.
full name, holding Aadhaar Number ID number, resident of address (hereinafter referred to as the “LANDLORD”), which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context, mean and include his/her heirs, executors, and permitted assigns.
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full name, holding Aadhaar Number ID number, resident of address (hereinafter referred to as the “TENANT”), which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context, mean and include his/her heirs, executors, and permitted assigns.
The LANDLORD owns the residential flat at address of the property (the “Property”). The TENANT wants to take the Property on rent, and the LANDLORD has agreed to rent it out, on the terms given below.
| TERM | 11 months, from 09/11/2026 to 08/10/2027 |
|---|---|
| MONTHLY RENT | monthly rent, payable by the 5th of each month |
| SECURITY DEPOSIT | deposit, interest-free and refundable |
| NOTICE PERIOD | 30 days written notice by either party |
Now, this deed further witnesseth and is agreed by and between the said parties as follows:
1. Term of Tenancy
This agreement is for 11 months, from 09/11/2026 to 08/10/2027.
2. Possession and Handover
- The Landlord will hand over the Property to the Tenant on the start date, empty and ready to use.
- The Landlord confirms that the fittings work, and that no one else has a claim that would stop the Tenant from using the Property.
3. Rent and Security Deposit
- The monthly rent is monthly rent.
- The Tenant will pay the rent on or before the 5th of every month, by bank transfer or UPI.
- The Tenant has paid a security deposit of deposit. It carries no interest.
- The Landlord will return the deposit within 15 days after the Tenant leaves and hands back the keys. The Landlord may deduct only unpaid rent or bills, the cost of damage beyond normal wear and tear, or other money the Tenant owes under this agreement, and will give a written list of any deductions.
4. Bills and Maintenance
- The electricity, water, gas and other bills for the Property will be paid by the Tenant.
- Society maintenance charges, if any, will be paid by the Tenant.
- The Tenant will keep the Property clean and in good condition, and will pay for any damage beyond normal wear and tear.
- The Landlord will take care of major repairs, such as plumbing, wiring and structural work.
5. Use of the Property
- The Tenant will use the Property only as a home for the Tenant and family.
- The Tenant will not sublet the Property or give it to anyone else, in whole or in part, without the Landlord's written consent.
6. Peaceful Use
As long as the Tenant pays the rent and follows this agreement, the Landlord will not disturb the Tenant's use of the Property, except for the visits allowed in this agreement.
7. Police Verification
The Tenant will complete police verification at the local police station within 15 days of moving in, at the Tenant's own cost, and give a copy to the Landlord. The Landlord will provide any documents needed for it.
8. Society Rules
The Tenant will follow the rules of the housing society or residents' association, such as those on parking, visitors, garbage, noise and moving in or out. Any fine for breaking these rules will be paid by the Tenant.
9. Ending the Agreement
- Either party may end this agreement by giving 30 days written notice to the other.
- When the agreement ends, the Tenant will hand back the Property in the same condition as at the start, except for normal wear and tear.
10. Repairs and Changes
- The Tenant will tell the Landlord promptly about any repair that is needed.
- The Tenant will not make any structural change to the Property without the Landlord's written consent.
11. Visits by the Landlord
- The Landlord may visit the Property to check it or to do repairs, after giving the Tenant reasonable notice.
- In an emergency, the Landlord may enter without notice.
12. If the Tenant Does Not Pay
- If the Tenant does not pay the rent for 2 months in a row, or seriously breaks this agreement, the Landlord may end the agreement by written notice.
- The Landlord may then take back the Property and recover the money due, as allowed by law.
13. Proper Use
- The Tenant will not use the Property for anything illegal or immoral.
- The Tenant will not cause any nuisance or disturbance to the neighbours.
14. Renewal
- This agreement can be renewed for a further term if both parties agree in writing.
- Any change in rent or terms for the renewal will be agreed in writing before the renewal date.
15. Rent Increase
If the agreement is renewed, the rent will go up by 5%.
16. Pets
The Tenant will not keep pets without the Landlord's written consent.
17. Settling Disputes
If there is a disagreement about this agreement, both parties will first try to settle it by talking, for 30 days. If it is not settled, it will go to one arbitrator chosen by both parties, under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The arbitration will take place at city, in English.
18. Courts and Law
This agreement follows the laws of India. Subject to the clause above, the courts at city, state will decide any matter under this agreement.
19. Stamp Duty and Registration
The stamp duty and registration charges (if any) for this agreement will be paid by the Tenant. Both parties will help to complete the stamping and registration on time.
20. Events Beyond Control
If either party cannot do something under this agreement because of events beyond their control, such as natural disasters or government orders, they will not be at fault for that time.
21. Responsibility for Claims
The Tenant will be responsible for, and will protect the Landlord from, any claim or loss caused by the Tenant's use of the Property.
22. Notices
All notices under this agreement will be in writing, sent by registered post, courier, email or any other way both parties agree.
In Witness Whereof, the Parties hereto have set their hands and signatures on the date and year first above mentioned.