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5% + cess/surcharge ≈ 5.6% for > ₹45L; lower slabs below
Stamp duty rates in Karnataka
Karnataka charges 5.6% stamp duty for male buyers, with no gender-based rebate, plus a 1% registration charge. Both are charged on the higher of your agreement value or the government's circle (ready-reckoner) rate for the property's locality — not simply what you agree to pay the seller.
Worked example — ₹80 lakh property in Karnataka
| Buyer | Stamp duty | Registration | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | ₹4,48,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹5,28,000 |
| Female | ₹4,48,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹5,28,000 |
Stamp duty vs. circle rate
This calculator only models the agreement value you enter — it has no way to know the circle rate for your specific locality within Karnataka. If that circle rate is higher than your agreement value, stamp duty is charged on the circle rate instead. Treat this calculator's output as a starting point, and confirm the exact figure with your local sub-registrar before paying. For the full explanation of how stamp duty interacts with GST, registration fee caps, and joint-ownership rules, see our full stamp duty calculator.