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Rent Receipt

Official rent receipt for documenting rental payments, useful for HRA tax exemption claims in India.

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Landlord Name *

Landlord PAN Number *

Landlord Address *

Tenant Name *

Tenant PAN Number *

Rented Property Address *

Monthly Rent Amount (INR) *

Month/Period of Payment *

Payment Date *

Mode of Payment (Cash/Cheque/Bank Transfer) *

City *

Date of Receipt *

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Instructions

How to create a Rent Receipt:
1. Enter complete details of both landlord and tenant with PAN numbers.
2. Specify the rented property address, rent amount, payment period, date, and mode of payment.
3. The landlord should sign the receipt. For cash payments above Rs. 5,000, affix a revenue stamp.
4. The tenant should keep the receipt for HRA tax exemption claims. The landlord's PAN is mandatory if rent exceeds Rs. 1 lakh per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the landlord's PAN mandatory on rent receipt?

Yes, if the annual rent exceeds Rs. 1,00,000, the landlord's PAN is mandatory. Without it, the tenant cannot claim HRA exemption.

When is a revenue stamp required?

A revenue stamp is required on rent receipts for cash payments exceeding Rs. 5,000.

Can I use this for HRA exemption?

Yes, rent receipts are essential for claiming HRA exemption under Section 10(13A) of the Income Tax Act if your rent exceeds Rs. 3,000 per month.

Is TDS applicable on rent payments?

Yes, if the annual rent exceeds Rs. 2,40,000, the tenant must deduct TDS at 5% under Section 194-IB.

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