Rental Agreement
(Residential — 11 months)
This Rental Agreement is made at city on date between:
Landlord name, residing at landlord’s address (the “Landlord”, which includes their heirs and assigns), and
Tenant name, permanently residing at permanent address (the “Tenant”).
The Landlord is the owner of the residential property at full property address, a 2BHK flat (the “Premises”), and has agreed to let it to the Tenant on the following terms.
1. Term
This agreement is for 11 months, from start date to end date. It may be renewed for a further term by mutual written consent, with the rent increased by 5% at each renewal.
2. Rent
The monthly rent is ₹18,000 (Eighteen Thousand Rupees Only), payable in advance on or before the 5th day of each month by bank transfer or UPI, or by any other mode the Landlord accepts against a receipt.
3. Maintenance and utilities
Society / building maintenance charges of ₹2,500 per month will be paid by the Tenant, in addition to the rent.
Electricity, water (if metered), cooking gas, internet and DTH bills for the period of occupation will be paid by the Tenant directly to the service providers, and the Tenant will hand over the last paid bills when vacating.
4. Security deposit
The Tenant has paid an interest-free security deposit of ₹36,000 (Thirty Six Thousand Rupees Only). The Landlord will refund it when the Tenant vacates and hands over vacant possession and the keys, after deducting any unpaid rent, maintenance or utility dues and the reasonable cost of repairing damage beyond normal wear and tear. The deposit will not be adjusted against rent unless both parties agree in writing.
5. Notice period and lock-in
Either party may end this agreement by giving 30 days’ written notice, or rent in lieu of the notice period.
Neither party will end this agreement during the first 6 months (lock-in period), except for a breach of its terms. If the Tenant leaves during the lock-in period, rent for the rest of it is payable.
6. Use of the premises
The Premises will be used only for residence by the Tenant and their immediate family. The Tenant will not sublet, assign or part with possession of the Premises, use it for any commercial or unlawful purpose, or keep anything hazardous on it, and will follow the rules of the society or building.
7. Repairs and maintenance
The Tenant will keep the Premises clean and in good condition and carry out minor day-to-day repairs (such as replacing bulbs, taps and switches) at their cost. Major structural repairs and repairs to wiring and plumbing that are not caused by the Tenant’s misuse are the Landlord’s responsibility. The Tenant will not make any structural change, drill into load-bearing walls or install fittings without the Landlord’s written consent.
8. Inspection
The Landlord or their representative may inspect the Premises at a reasonable time with at least 24 hours’ notice, and at any time in an emergency.
9. Fittings and fixtures
The Premises are let with the following fittings, which the Tenant will return in the same condition, subject to normal wear and tear:
- Ceiling fans
- Tube lights / LED lights
- Geyser
- Kitchen chimney
- Wardrobes
- Curtain rods
10. Termination
The Landlord may end this agreement by giving 15 days’ written notice if the Tenant fails to pay rent for two consecutive months, sublets the Premises, uses it for an unlawful purpose or seriously breaks any other term. On expiry or termination the Tenant will hand over vacant and peaceful possession of the Premises with all keys.
11. Tenant verification
The Tenant has given a valid photo ID and address proof and consents to tenant verification with the local police, which the Landlord will complete as required by local rules.
12. Stamp duty and registration
Stamp duty on this agreement will be borne by the Tenant. If registration is required by law in the state where the Premises are located, both parties will cooperate to register it.
13. Governing law
This agreement is governed by the laws of India, and the courts at city will have jurisdiction.
In witness whereof, the parties have signed this agreement on the date first written above.
Landlord
Name: name
Tenant
Name: name
Witnesses
1. Signature
Name
Address
2. Signature
Name
Address
Template from mypgmanager.com · Not legal advice — check stamp duty and registration rules in your state.