[Core clauses of an 11-month agreement]
Term: This agreement is for a period of 11 (eleven) months commencing on 1 November 2026 and ending on 30 September 2027.
Renewal: On expiry, the agreement may be renewed for a further period on terms mutually agreed in writing, with a rent increase of up to 5% unless otherwise agreed.
Rent and deposit: Rent of Rs. 15,000 per month payable by the 5th; interest-free security deposit of Rs. 45,000 refundable within 15 days of vacating after deducting unpaid dues and repair costs with an itemised list.
Notice: Either party may terminate by giving one month's written notice, after a lock-in of three months.
Use and upkeep: Residential use only; tenant pays electricity and water as per meter; landlord pays property tax and major repairs; minor repairs up to Rs. 1,000 by the tenant.
Signed
Landlord · Tenant · two witnesses, on non-judicial stamp paper
Names, numbers and dates above are examples. Replace them with yours.
Stamp paper, notary and signing
Not compulsory to register. Stamp duty varies: Kerala typically Rs. 100–250 e-stamp for residential (0.5% of total rent for higher values); Karnataka 0.5% of annual rent plus deposit; Maharashtra 0.25% of total rent and deposit and registration IS compulsory there even for 11 months; Delhi 2% of average annual rent plus Rs. 100 pasting fee. The generator's state pages give each state's steps.
Common questions
Is an 11-month agreement valid in court?Yes, if it is on proper stamp paper and signed by both parties and witnesses. Unregistered agreements over 12 months are what courts refuse to rely on.
Can I make it 3 years?Yes, but it must be registered at the sub-registrar's office with registration fee and stamp duty on the whole term; it gives both sides more security.
Does Maharashtra really require registration for 11 months?Yes. Maharashtra requires every leave-and-licence agreement to be registered, which can be done online with biometrics. Elsewhere 11-month agreements are usually notarised or just stamped.
This page is a template and general guidance for a common situation, not legal advice. Rules differ by state and office; check with the office that asked for the document. Last reviewed October 2026.